Enhancing cosmetic dental outcomes by using AI
It is important to recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) is not something to be feared: it is a tool designed to enhance, not replace, the role of the dentist. By automating time-consuming tasks such as data analysis, diagnostics and administrative work, AI frees up valuable time for dentists to focus on what truly matters: providing […]
Pressure beneath the surface: protecting mental health in the lab
Ashley Byrne explains why dental technicians’ mental health is suffering and how they can seek support to improve it. Let’s be honest. Running a dental lab right now is tough. It’s always been a juggling act but lately, in my role as Dental Lab Association (DLA) communications officer, I am seeing an alarming rise in…
Discover Clarity Portal’s latest updates
Discover the latest updates to the Clarity Portal software for your digital orthodontic treatments. Clarity Portal isn’t just another tool – it’s an intuitive cloud-based system that makes it easy for you to design and link custom treatment options. Clarity Portal features a consistent process to submit, review and manage cases across all digital treatments,…
Dental industry to take on Mount Snowdon for charity
More than 100 senior figures from across the dental industry will take on a charity climb of Mount Snowdon this autumn. The teams will tackle the Snowdon Sunrise Trek on 19 September 2025 to raise funds for international dental charity Bridge2Aid. Organised by Barker PR, the event will see teams from Henry Schein and Optident, GC Medical, Rodericks Dental, EMS Dental…
Becoming an award-winning clinician and educator by 30
Best Young Dentist at the Dentistry Awards 2024, Wiktor Pietraszewski shares his journey to award-winning clinical skills and developing a rubber dam course. Why did you choose dentistry as a career path? I didn’t get into dentistry the conventional way – my predicted grades held me back at interview, and I missed out. I do…
Maple compound used to fight tooth decay
A compound derived from maple trees and naturally occurring in maple syrup was found to prevent caries-causing biofilm from adhering to teeth in a new study. The compound, epicatechin gallate, has been described as ‘a powerful and safe alternative to traditional plaque-fighting agents’. Researchers unexpectedly observed that bacteria formed a biofilm on some plants but…
Invisalign to collaborate with Disney’s Freakier Friday film
Freakier Friday actress and real-life Invisalign user Julia Butters joins the highly anticipated movie sequel and co-promotional campaign. Align Technology Inc, a leading global medical device company that designs, manufactures and sells the Invisalign System of clear aligners, today announced a collaboration with Disney’s highly anticipated movie sequel Freakier Friday. The film opens in cinemas on 8 August 2025.…
Review outlines best practices for digital dentures
XI’AN, China: Digital technologies are reshaping the management of edentulism by streamlining the restorative workflow for complete dentures. Compared with conventional methods, digital techniques offer greater precision, reduced treatment time and improved patient comfort. However, the absence of unified clinical standards has led to inconsistencies in case selection, workflows and treatment evaluation. In response, a […]
NHS dental reforms unpacked…with Nigel Jones
Join Nigel Jones live on 14 August at 1pm as he discusses the latest NHS dental reforms and what this might mean for the future of UK dentistry. The landscape of NHS dentistry is shifting once again. In July, the government unveiled a new package of reforms, including the 10-Year Health Plan and a dental…
How are dental therapists paid? Four key models
Cat Edney explores four key remuneration models for how dental therapists can be paid across both NHS and private dentistry. The question of how dental therapists are paid is one that comes up often – and with the expansion of direct access, therapy-led care, and the evolution of the therapist’s role in practice, it’s becoming…