ChatGPT ‘struggles’ with complex oral health questions
ChatGPT struggles with detailed answers to specialised queries around smoking and oral health, according to a new study. The research team asked 500 frequently searched questions to ChatGPT around keywords such as ‘smoking and dentistry’ and ‘smoking and dental health’. These were categorised into five subjects: periodontal conditions, teeth and health, oral hygiene and breath,…
Digital imaging: managing patient expectations in cosmetic dentistry
With more than 17 years of experience using imaging software in cosmetic dentistry, Manrina Rhode shares her insights on how digital visualisation tools have transformed patient consultations and treatment planning. From her early days using Photoshop in 2008 to exploring AI-powered diagnostics, Dr Manrina Rhode demonstrates how proper imaging techniques can prevent misunderstandings and enhance patient satisfaction.…
Aligning the future: Growth and strategic shifts in aligner markets
BURNABY, British Columbia, Canada: Aligners have become a popular treatment modality for malocclusion in adults, owing to their convenience and aesthetic appeal. According to iData Research’s dedicated orthodontic market research, in 2024, most orthodontic patients aged 18 years and older were treated using aligners, whereas only a small proportion of children and teenagers opted for […]
New data links regular dental visits to better health and well-being across all-income levels
WASHINGTON, US: While the links between oral and systemic health are well established and widely discussed in the dental literature, the broader relationship between oral health and overall quality of life—beyond clinical function and symptoms—has received comparatively less emphasis, and there is growing interest in this area. According to new findings from the Gallup National […]
Setting new standards for inspection instruments
Vision Engineering details how its new OPTA Stereo Microscope is the ideal inspection instrument to improve workflows as well as precision. Vision Engineering, a leader in advanced optical solutions, has launched OPTA Stereo Microscope, engineered to meet the exacting demands of modern dental laboratories. OPTA Stereo Microscope is poised to improve workflows, enhance precision and…
Cat Edney’s guide to restorative materials in practice
Material selection is key to successful outcomes – Cat Edney introduces four essential restorative materials that she uses in practice. Award-winning dental therapist and founder of The Modern Therapist Cat Edney is no stranger to furthering the skills of clinicians and dental therapists. She introduces them to the most advanced and clinically proven restorative materials…
Laboratory Leading 20 returns for 2025
Laboratory Leading 20 is returning for a third year – a list that celebrates skill, influence and dedication in the UK dental laboratory sector. This initiative recognises the extraordinary individuals who are driving the future of dental labs and setting new standards, shining a spotlight on the work being done in dental technology and its…
Dentsply Sirona names Daniel Scavilla as new CEO
CHARLOTTE, N.C., US: Dentsply Sirona has announced the appointment of Daniel Scavilla as president and CEO, effective from 1 August. Scavilla, an experienced executive who has worked for more than 30 years in the medical technology and pharmaceutical industries, currently serves on the company’s board of directors. He will succeed Simon Campion, who will step down on […]
New online toolkit launched by UK researchers to support autistic children’s oral health
LEEDS, England: Researchers from the University of Leeds, in collaboration with the University of Manchester and the University of Sheffield, have launched a new online resource designed to support the oral health of autistic children. The initiative, called toothPASTE, provides practical tools and peer support for families and caregivers to help them establish positive oral […]
From consultation to care: Komet UK’s commitment to dental professionals
From raw material to high-performance dental instruments – see how craftsmanship and innovation come together in Komet UK’s German manufacturing, and how dental professionals use the instruments in real-world settings during hands-on courses. Since 1923, Komet Dental, a division of the family-owned Gebr Brasseler has been at the forefront of rotary dental instrument innovation. With…