Smile Escapes

“Reducing sugar consumption is a complex, cross-sectoral task”

In light of rising rates of chronic disease and growing awareness of the health risks associated with excessive sugar consumption, governments around the world are stepping up efforts to promote healthier lifestyles. In this interview with Dental Tribune International, Dr Wu Jing, director of the National Center for Chronic and Noncommunicable Disease Control and Prevention at […]

How I set up a holistic dental practice

James Goolnik shares his journey to setting up a holistic dental practice – and why viewing the mouth as a gateway to the body is essential in dentistry. My journey into holistic dentistry started not in the surgery, but as a frustrated father. As a parent of three, I couldn’t ignore the flood of sugary… 

Face masks release microplastics that may harm human health

Disposable face masks, such as surgical masks and filtering facepieces used in clinical dentistry, have been found to release harmful microplastics in a new study. Researchers placed unused face masks in pure water for 24 hours and assessed the quantity of microplastics and chemicals left in the water. Even without wear or movement, the masks… 

Training, celebrating and tree-planting: growth and development day

Treeline Dental Care’s growth and development day brings the team together to review, strategise and celebrate achievements. Three years ago, Dr Jimmey Palahey, Treeline’s co-founder, decided that each of his group’s dental practices should set aside a day to review and plan. And so, the concept of a growth and strategy day was born. Treeline… 

“As oral disease becomes more prevalent, collaboration becomes essential”

A global leader in consumer health, Haleon is committed to improving everyday oral health through science-backed innovation, education and partnerships. As a long-standing FDI partner and main sponsor of this year’s FDI World Dental Congress (FDIWDC25), Haleon is advancing conversations around prevention and global health. In this interview, Jayant Singh, head of global oral health […]

FDIWDC25: GC presents modern amalgam alternatives

SHANGHAI, China: As the dental industry moves away from amalgam, GC is presenting its latest restorative solutions at the 2025 FDI World Dental Congress (FDIWDC25) this week. The company is highlighting how EQUIA Forte HT and everX Flow enable dental professionals to transition to modern materials without compromising durability, efficiency or aesthetics.  

Oral cancer: avoiding delay in diagnosis

Join Helen Kaney on 17 September at 7pm as she discusses how dental professionals can most effectively avoid delays in diagnosing oral cancer. This webinar draws from MDDUS case experience and analysis of clinical negligence claims associated with delayed referral, resulting in a diagnosis of oral cancer. Common pitfalls are highlighted along with strategies to… 

The dental landscape in Northern Ireland: a system at a crossroads

Nigel Jones offers an overview of the dental landscape in Northern Ireland as it navigates a period of systemic strain, shifting workforce dynamics, and a growing divergence between NHS and private practice models. Although NHS dentists in each of the four home nations strive towards the common goal of providing patient care, since devolution in… 

Dental recruitment: how to build and maintain your workforce

Kunal Thakker explores the tricky topics of recruitment and retention as part of his series on developing a successful squat practice. Everyone knows that recruitment is a real challenge in dentistry right now. So how do we deal with it at Tooth Club? Here are my tips and guidance. Firstly, before we even think about…