Mobile health: a new era of patient support beyond appointments
Justin Durham and Alexandra Penn discuss the rise of mobile health and how adopting it could help dental professionals support patients after they leave the chair. Dentistry has always been an early adopter of digital innovation. From CAD/CAM systems and automated laboratory workflows to digital radiography and intraoral scanners, dentistry has consistently embraced technologies that…
Comprehensive aesthetic transformation: Integrating hard- and soft-tissue treatments using the FotonaSMILE approach
Aesthetic dentistry has evolved from a focus on individual teeth to a comprehensive approach involving the entire perioral region. Patients increasingly expect outcomes that integrate naturally with their facial features, requiring treatment strategies that address not only the dentition but also the gingival architecture and surrounding soft tissue.
Norwegian dentists’ pulp treatment choices driven by availability, not evidence
TROMSØ, Norway: Despite evidence that hydraulic calcium silicate cements generally achieve better outcomes in vital pulp therapy, calcium hydroxide has remained widely used. The factors influencing this choice are incompletely understood. A new Norwegian survey study has explored how public sector dentists manage pulp exposure in asymptomatic permanent teeth, focusing on which treatments and materials […]
Tooth-Colored Fillings vs Silver Fillings: Which Is Safer and More Durable?
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Dentists: can you solve this murder case?
A murder investigation spanning more than a decade could finally be cracked by a dentist who recognises their own work. Part of the victim’s skull was discovered by two campers in Clocaenog Forest, Conwy county, Wales, in 2015. The remainder of his skeleton was then found by police shortly after. Despite a thorough investigation including…
Snus linked to gum damage
Snus, the Swedish smokeless tobacco that has seen a sharp rise in usage among UK adolescents and young adults, has been found to ‘clearly’ damage the gums. Although illegal to sell in the UK, snus, a form of nicotine usually delivered in a small pouch placed under the top lip, has grown in popularity as…
Ivoclar introduces Adhese 2 with dual-polymerisation capability for the VivaPen
SCHAAN, Liechtenstein: Adhese 2 is the latest addition to Ivoclar’s portfolio of adhesives and is designed to improve flexibility and efficiency in routine practice. The new universal adhesive supports both light and dual polymerisation in a single product and is the first adhesive that can be used for dual-polymerising applications directly from the VivaPen dispensing system […]
Study evaluates influence of CAD software on crown morphology and function
REGENSBURG, Germany: In CAD workflows, differences in software algorithms and design strategies may result in clinically relevant variations in crown morphology, fit and functional performance. A new in vitro study has demonstrated that the choice of CAD system can significantly influence restoration outcomes, highlighting important considerations for clinicians seeking to optimise both function and aesthetics. […]
Treatment of periodontitis and minimally invasive treatment with modern technology
NSK explains how minimally invasive dentistry is transforming prophylaxis and periodontal care through technologies like air polishing, powder therapy and piezo systems. Minimally invasive dentistry in focus Minimally invasive treatment has received increased attention, especially in periodontitis treatment and prophylaxis. The goal of minimally invasive treatment is to preserve healthy tissue and reduce pain and…
NHS dentistry satisfaction remains low but Scotland shows what a different model can achieve
New data from the King’s Fund’s Public Satisfaction with the NHS and Social Care in 2025 survey shows that NHS dentistry satisfaction remains stubbornly low, but also demonstrates how different national approaches can make a significant difference to public sentiment. The survey, drawn from 1,460 respondents on specific services including dentistry, found that just 22%…