Dental News

“We aim to push the boundaries of regenerative medicine”

Diego Gabathuler took the reins at Geistlich Pharma in December last year, succeeding Dr Ralf Halbach as CEO of the Swiss regenerative biomaterial ...

Breaking new ground in orthodontics with ClearCorrect

India begins assessing its 400 dental colleges

NAGPUR, India: The sheer number of dental colleges in India makes the country a global powerhouse in dental education, and efforts are underway to ensure ...

Prof. Moritz Kebschull is the new president of the European Federation of Periodontology

BRUSSELS, Belgium: The European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) has announced Prof. Moritz Kebschull as its new president. He succeeds Dr Darko Božić ...

Treating periodontal disease reduces atrial fibrillation recurrence

HIGASHIHIROSHIMA, Japan: Although periodontitis is not currently considered a modifiable risk factor for atrial fibrillation (AF), a recent study has ...

Zumax Medical: From endodontics to general dentistry

SUZHOU, China: Founded in 2005 and based in Suzhou, Zumax Medical is a manufacturer specialising in dental surgical magnification devices. The company ...

Can dentists help patients experiencing food insecurity?

LIVERPOOL, UK: Food insecurity affects 17% of households in the UK, according to a 2023 government survey. This lack of consistent access to sufficient ...

HeyGears 3D printers simplify and speed up operations

The Label Dent laboratory has a history of exploring new technologies in the pursuit of happy customers since its establishment in 2007, in Bordeaux in ...

“IDEM is putting scientific advancements in dentistry front and centre this year”

A unique highlight of the conference programme, Drs David and Davey Alleman held the Singapore Dental Association Masterclass on the six lessons approach to...

Discover the future of orthodontic and restorative care at IDEM Singapore

SINGAPORE: The first software of its kind, Invisalign Smile Architect combines planning for orthodontic and restorative care in a single platform, ...

This mouthwash protects your patients in three ways

SINGAPORE: Curaprox’s Perio plus regenerate belongs to a new generation of chlorhexidine-based mouthwashes that employ a unique blend of additives. It ...

“I anticipate dental clinics being redesigned to optimise ergonomics”

The first Indian dentist certified in zero concept dental ergonomics, Dr Lisha Jain is set to share invaluable insights on transforming dental practices for...

Asia Pacific’s digital dentistry renaissance

In the 1980s, Dr François Duret pioneered the integration of CAD/CAM technology into dentistry, introducing the revolutionary CEREC system. This marked the...

Entries open for SMILE Health dental start‑up accelerator programme

BOSTON, US: SMILE Health is a business accelerator programme that aims to bridge the gap between dental and medical care by providing a platform for ...

Researcher from Singapore offers guidance for treating elderly dental patients

SINGAPORE: Culture meets science in a recent study by oral health researchers in Singapore. The findings indicate that, in Singapore, clinicians need to ...

Flowable injection technique: How to avoid air bubbles in composite restorations

LEGNICA, Poland: A composite restoration should be homogeneous in order to ensure the seal of the filling and its durability. However, air bubbles are a ...

Low-cost tooth sensitivity liquid found to combat dental caries

NEW YORK, US: Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) has clearance by the US Food and Drug Administration for treatment of tooth sensitivity, and there is strong ...

Digital fuel—what is propelling the markets for 3D printers and other CAD/CAM devices?

BURNABY, British Columbia, Canada: Digital fabrication in dentistry encompasses new and old technologies—3D printing being in its early stages of ...

Rising treatment costs in New Zealand causing mass avoidance of the dentist’s chair

WELLINGTON, New Zealand: The findings from a national survey of dental fees in 2023 has highlighted a concerning trend in the accessibility of dental care ...

Doubled-edged sword: AI must foster, not worsen, sustainability in dental care

LYON, France: Given that dentistry is already struggling to increase equity of care and reduce its adverse impact on the environment, the ethical duality of...

Osseointegration of the future with Osstem’s TSIII SOI implant

SEOUL, South Korea: For decades, researchers have sought to enhance the reliability and speed of implant osseointegration through innovations in design and ...

Gearing up for Mallorca: MIS Global Conference to present 360° of implantology

MALLORCA, Spain: From 12 to 15 September in Palma de Mallorca, the forthcoming MIS Global Conference will spotlight the latest trends in dental ...

“The UltraGLOSS printing technique is an absolute winner”

As a certified dental technician, I have worked in, managed and owned several laboratories around the world. This has exposed me to many different analogue,...

The fight for anaesthesia safety in dentistry—Part 3

Last April, Dental Tribune International first spoke with Drs Rita Agarwal and James Tom, paediatric anaesthesiologist and dentist anaesthesiologist, ...

Conquering dental fear with the tap of an app

Supporting dental professionals in offering trauma-informed services

VICTORIA, British Columbia, Canada: Trauma is an emotional response caused by certain past events that have caused great distress in individuals. Since ...

“The Patent Dental Implant System is the best choice for every patient and dentist”

Conducted in collaboration with the Medical University of Graz in Austria, a new independent study followed patients treated with the two-piece Patent ...

Flowable injection technique—a composite revolution with CLEARFIL MAJESTY ES Flow Low

A specialist in minimally invasive dentistry, Dr Michał Jaczewski graduated from Wroclaw Medical University in 2006, and today he runs his own private ...

X-Smart Pro+: “Ensuring safety while going much faster”

In February in the UAE, Dentsply Sirona held the second Dentsply Sirona World Dubai, attracting almost 1,200 participants from 50 countries. At the event,...