Osstem Implant announces participation in FDIWDC25
SEOUL, South Korea: Osstem Implant, a global leader in dental solutions, is announcing its participation in the upcoming FDI World Dental Congress (FDIWDC25) to be held in Shanghai in China from 9 to 12 September. Co-hosted by FDI World Dental Federation and the Chinese Stomatological Association, this year’s congress will take place at the National […]
Dentistry across borders: urgent volunteering in Namibia
Fadheela Nadim discusses her upcoming charity mission to restore smiles in Namibia and why she believes volunteering is not just an act of goodwill but a professional responsibility. Access to dental care remains one of the most pressing yet overlooked global health challenges. For millions living in rural or underserved regions, oral health services are…
How your dental practice will change when you convert from NHS to private practice
Transitioning from NHS to private comes with different expectations – Donna Hall explains how your practice should change once you go private. Making the shift from NHS to private dentistry is not just a financial or contractual decision – it’s a full cultural transformation. Whether you’re doing a full contract hand back or simply limiting…
Visalys Bulk Flow – the new composite from Kettenbach Dental
The Kettenbach Dental composite line is being expanded to include Visalys Bulk Flow – the new, remarkably aesthetic filling composite. The Visalys family of composite products by Kettenbach Dental has been expanded to include a new, high-quality innovation: Visalys Bulk Flow. Now available on the British market, it impresses with its thixotropic consistency and highly…
Local dental marketing: here’s why your practice isn’t being discovered
There are plenty of patients searching for a dentist, but they may be unable to find your practice – David Nelkin explains why local marketing is the secret to increasing your patient base. Every month, hundreds of potential patients in your immediate area are searching for dental treatment. They’re ready to book, they have the…
Digital efficiency in veneer treatment: helpful innovation or clinical hindrance?
With 14,000+ veneers completed, Manrina Rhode explores the balance between digital efficiency and clinical excellence in veneer treatment. While same-day veneer technology offers exciting possibilities, Dr Manrina Rhode advocates for the irreplaceable value of proper temporisation in achieving predictable, patient-approved results. The value of the temporary phase Manrina emphasises the diagnostic potential of temporaries beyond simple…
Double patient volume and revenue with LuxCreo’s 4D Aligner system
Complete Dental Solutions (CDS) is a leading dental practice in Downey in California in US and is a well-established dental practice that I have the privilege to lead. Our practice has a reputation for providing exceptional care and strives to offer comprehensive dental solutions to a broader range of patients. However, like many practices relying […]
Clinical Case: Easily Matching a Class V Non-Cervical Carious Lesion
Using 3M™ Filtek™ Easy Match Universal Restorative, and 3M™ Scotchbond™ Universal Plus Adhesive. The post Clinical Case: Easily Matching a Class V Non-Cervical Carious Lesion appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.
Dentists – disrupt or be disrupted: business lessons from a former airline managing director
Dave Bryon, former managing director of low-cost airline bmibaby, built a career on doing things differently. In this latest podcast episode, he explains his key lessons for those in dentistry. Dave reflects on his time leading bmibaby, sharing the key business takeaways that apply far beyond aviation. From balancing cost control with service quality to…
Skilled worker visas and UK dentistry – all you need to know about the latest changes
In July 2025, the government made changes to the UK skilled worker visa, meaning many occupations were no longer eligible under the scheme. We look at how these have impacted dentistry, what the profession has said and the suggestions for improvement. What are the changes to the UK skilled worker visa? From 22 July 2025,…