Smile Architect: The new standard of care for interdisciplinary rehabilitations
Clear aligner therapy has changed orthodontics incredibly in the last 20 years. The number of adult patients has dramatically increased. A survey by the American Association of Orthodontists stated that 4.37% of orthodontic patients in 1960 were adults, compared with 28.31% in 2016—almost seven times higher.1 A survey analysis on the motivation and behaviour of […]
Belmont Eurus: new implant dentistry motor system
Integrate the optional implant dentistry motor system when ordering any Eurus treatment centre and bring improved functionality to your fingertips – via Belmont’s intuitive touch-screen. Optional for the whole range of E-type Eurus units, reduce excess cabling and benefit from having everything in one module. Powered by Eurus Newly built-in optional technology is now offered…
Government to crack down on Botox and filler practitioners
A new local authority licensing system will be introduced for delivering Botox and fillers as part of a package of measures to combat a ‘wild west of dodgy practitioners’. Practitioners delivering low risk cosmetic treatments including Botox, lip fillers and facial dermal filler will now be subject to rigorous safety, training and insurance standards. This…
Finnish study evaluates long-term outcomes of periodontal treatment
HELSINKI, Finland: The prevalence of adult periodontitis continues to pose a major global public health challenge, highlighting the need for evidence on the effectiveness of periodontal treatment. According to the Finnish Health 2011 survey, 74% of adults had gingivitis, 64% had periodontitis and 21% had severe disease. Since these figures showed no improvement compared with […]
Lab excellence elevated: unlocking success with Straumann Un!q
Join Frederick Karman on 14 August at 7pm as he explains how Straumann Un!q can successfully be used to elevate excellence in your lab. Join us for an insightful webinar exploring how the Straumann Un!q platform is redefining lab excellence through innovation, integration, and intelligent outsourcing. Tailored specifically for dental labs, this session will highlight…
Bruxism and the airway: what is the link?
Aoife Stack reviews the evidence to explore the connection between bruxism and airway instability from a dental perspective. According to Lobbezoo and colleagues (2013a), bruxism is a repetitive jaw-muscle activity characterised by clenching or grinding of the teeth and/or by bracing or thrusting of the mandible. Bruxism has two distinct circadian manifestations. It can occur…
Why an NHS tie-in for dental graduates only burdens the next generation
Dental student Amirali Ziaebrahimi explores why delaying meaningful reform risks pushing NHS dentistry to the breaking point. We’ve all seen the headlines: the government’s new 10-Year Health Plan, including changes to NHS dentistry – ambitious on paper, but in practice, arguably disconnected from the reality facing patients and practitioners. As I’ve previously written, the plan fails…
DSO perspectives: Part 1―maintaining clinical autonomy and culture in a group practice setting
As dental support organisations (DSOs) continue to grow in presence and scale, many dentists are asking an important question: is it possible to preserve clinical autonomy and personal values while working within a larger system? The answer, in my experience, is yes, provided there is intention, clarity and alignment from the very beginning. DSOs—corporate entities […]
Top tips for dental practice incorporation
Incorporating can be the most tax-efficient option for your dental business – Alison Stevenson explains some key considerations for incorporation as a dental practice. We are often contacted by dental clients who have taken the decision to change the legal structure of their practice from that of sole trader or partnership into a company. This decision…
Local dental marketing: seven proven strategies to attract more patients
Join David Nelkin on 13 August at 7pm as he introduces seven proven local dental marketing strategies designed to attract more patients. This webinar will provide attendees with a framework for dominating their local area and becoming the obvious choice for dental care in their locale. Attendees will walk away with practical, implementable strategies they…