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Researchers use snowflakes to explain tooth enamel formation

HELSINKI, Finland: Researchers from the University of Helsinki and Aalto University in Finland have used the snowflake formation process as a way to explain...

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Primary teeth reveal unknown group of ancient people

CAMBRIDGE, UK: Scientists have recently found two primary teeth buried deep in a remote archaeological site in north-eastern Siberia. The discovery has ...

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The KATANA Zirconia Block—Clinical experiences from Italy

Earlier this year, Kuraray Noritake Dental invited dental professionals from all over Europe to a symposium in Berlin in Germany that highlighted the newest...

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Study introduces new surgical guide for placement of zygomatic implants

BOLOGNA, Italy/FORT LEE, N.J., US: Dental patients who show a deficiency of bone volume cannot be treated with root-form dental implants. Thus, new ...

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British Orthodontic Society to celebrate 25 years at Glasgow conference

MONMOUTH, UK: The British Orthodontic Society (BOS) will celebrate a quarter of a century of promoting the study and practice of orthodontics at its next ...

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From opening bottles to tearing Sellotape—Study reveals hazardous uses of teeth

RUGBY, UK/AMSTERDAM, Netherlands: According to the findings of a new study, most people do not just use their teeth for eating. The research by the Oral ...

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Interview: “Mouth cancer is a growing problem”

With oral cancer rates continuing to increase worldwide, it has become clear that more needs to be done to raise awareness and combat this issue. Dental ...

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New evidence confirms long-term benefits of electric toothbrush use

SCHWALBACH, Germany/GREIFSWALD, Germany: A new study has shown that the long-term use of an electric toothbrush slows progression of periodontal disease and...

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New 3Shape Dental System 2019 software now available

COPENHAGEN, Denmark: 3Shape has announced the release of the 2019 version of its industry-leading design software for laboratories. The new and improved ...

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Reducing plastic footprint with zero-waste toothpaste

LEIPZIG, Germany: The climate change caused by human influences—such as littering and over-consumption of non-biodegradable waste products—is a reality ...

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Interview: “For most people, toothbrushing is an unconscious action. iTOP changes this.”

Although toothbrushing is the most decisive factor in preventing oral disease, only a few patients and dental professionals know how to brush perfectly. ...

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Project for improved root canal therapy launched

ROSTOCK, Germany: In Germany, about 7.5 million root canal therapies are carried out annually. With the help of an innovative system, it may soon be ...

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World No Tobacco Day—FDI highlights role of dental practitioners

GENEVA, Switzerland: Annually on 31 May, the World Health Organization (WHO) and global partners celebrate World No Tobacco Day. This year, lung health is ...

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Oral health project addresses dental needs of prison inmates

DUNDEE, Scotland: Dental students from the University of Dundee have won an award for an innovative oral health project aimed at benefitting prison inmates....

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Researchers find genetic mechanism that triggers cleft lip and palate

BONN, Germany/PHILADELPHIA, US: It has long been known that the gene TP63 can contribute to the development of cleft lip and palate, but the exact process ...

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Webinar to focus on alternatives in periodontal maintenance

ZURICH, Switzerland: In an upcoming free webinar on Thursday, 30 May, an expert will be discussing minimally invasive alternatives to traditional ...

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Food additive used in toothpaste and chewing gum may have negative impact on health

SYDNEY, Australia: Nanoparticles of the common food additive titanium dioxide (E171), which is found in more than 900 food products, including chewing gum, ...

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German researchers develop high-strength material for dental crown

WÜRZBURG, Germany: Conventionally, the production of a dental crown requires several dentist appointments in order to complete the treatment. Researchers ...

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Edelweiss PEDIATRIC CROWNs: A new and innovative approach to restoring primary teeth

The management of dental caries in children is necessary because caries is a progressive disease which can eventually damage the tooth and can be ...

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Review study compares machined and sandblasted dental implant surfaces

BUDAPEST, Hungary: Previous studies have suggested that surface roughness is one of several key factors that influence the degree of biological integration ...

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“Simply apply and dry, and you're done”: CLEARFIL CERAMIC PRIMER PLUS

Combining ease of use and excellent viscosity, CLEARFIL CERAMIC PRIMER PLUS is a stable and universal prosthetic primer designed for all restorations. By ...

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Interview: It is all about soft-tissue management

Dr Giovanni Zucchelli is professor at the University of Bologna in Italy and president elect of the Italian Academy of Osseointegration. He specialises in ...

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Experts discuss aesthetics and function at international congress in Sardinia

CHIA, Italy: “Focus on New Visions in Dentistry” is the theme at the 10th International Dental Congress and will take place in Chia in Sardinia on ...

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Dental implants are medically advisable for patients with Sjögren’s syndrome

MALMÖ/GOTHENBURG, Sweden: Up until now it was not known whether dental implants were successful in patients affected by Sjögren’s syndrome. In fact, ...

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Interview: "Innovation backed by science"

Dental Tribune International sat down at IDS 2019 with Hans Geiselhöringer, President of Nobel Biocare Systems, to discuss the company’s latest ...

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Changes to the European Social Fund could keep health high on the agenda

BRUSSELS, Belgium: The European Social Fund (ESF) is geared towards supporting employment, helping people improve their work situation and ensuring fairer ...

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Dentists discourage the use of charcoal toothpaste

LONDON/MANCHESTER, UK: From face masks to burger buns, charcoal, the latest health trend, can be found in all kinds of products. This also applies to oral ...

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Ancient chewing gum reveals new insight into Scandinavia

STOCKHOLM, Sweden: Chewing gum has long been something that many people use. In a recent discovery in Scandinavia, researchers have found that the first ...

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ROOTS SUMMIT 2020: Registration is now open

PRAGUE, Czech Republic: Online registration for the next ROOTS SUMMIT, the premier global discussion forum dedicated to endodontics, is now open. The event,...

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"The future of dentistry will be driven by data"

HELSINKI, Finland: Digital dentistry has been talked about as the future of the industry for nearly two decades, but as digital dental technology gradually ...

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