Micro-layering for implant-supported zirconia prostheses
IOANNINA, Greece: Numerous finishing techniques are available for zirconia-based screw-retained implant-supported prostheses; however, most of them are quite complex and time-consuming. One streamlined approach that brings efficiency into the finishing procedure, without compromising aesthetics and function, is micro-layering with CERABIEN MiLai (Kuraray Noritake Dental) on a zirconia superstructure with just a slight vestibular cutback. The […]
Early microbial determinants of peri-implant health discovered in a new study
ANN ARBOR, Mich., US: As the number of dental implants placed globally continues to rise, so too does the clinical significance of understanding peri-implant disease. Although the role of bacterial biofilms in peri-implant disease is well established, the initial microbial processes that influence the development of the peri-implant environment are still not fully understood. Shedding […]
Dentistry Top 50 2025
Introducing the Dentistry Top 50 2025 – a celebration of the individuals actively shaping the future of UK dentistry in a time of challenge and change. The Dentistry Top 50 is back for another year. This list highlights the people who are actively shaping the profession – in clinics, classrooms, policy meetings, startup boardrooms and…
Hypnosis—a useful complementary tool for oral health professionals?
MONTREAL, Canada: Hypnosis, long associated with stage performances and entertainment, is drawing attention for its clinical applications in the field of dentistry. As the demand for more comfortable and non-invasive ways to manage anxiety and pain during dental treatment grows, interest in complementary approaches is increasing. A recent narrative review by researchers in Canada contributes […]
Total confidence – new Colgate Total Active Prevention
The new Colgate Total Active Prevention toothpaste features a stabilised stannous formula that targets the root causes of common oral problems. Colgate recently invited 43,000 UK dental professionals to try this innovation, with 415 sharing their feedback after eight weeks to give you total confidence. Here’s what dental professionals had to say: The new Colgate…
An introduction to dental consent in the UK
Biju Krishnan describes how practitioners can use dental consent to uphold their professional responsibilities, enhance patient satisfaction and protect themselves from legal challenges. Dental consent refers to the process of obtaining a patient’s voluntary agreement to undergo a specific dental procedure after being fully informed about its nature, benefits, risks and alternatives. Consent is a…
Three in four adults are not regularly seeing a dentist
Three quarters of UK adults are not meeting the recommendation of seeing a dentist every 12-24 months, according to a new survey. While 78% of the adults believed that oral health plays a significant role in overall physical health and mental wellbeing, 41% were worried about their own oral health. The same survey considered the…
Practice management by “staying informed, flexible and executing with intention”
Dr Elizabeth Himel’s path in dentistry is shaped by heritage and guided by a strong sense of purpose. From taking over her father’s private practice to leading confidently within a Dental Support Organisation (DSO), she has defied expectations and embraced a modern perspective on professional, personal and business growth. In this interview, Dr Himel shares insights […]
Foundation training in dentistry: why it could be two years
Balneeta Bhamra explains why she believes it could be beneficial for foundation training in dentistry to last two years. When I first started foundation training, I was excited, nervous, and full of questions. Would I be confident enough? Would patients trust me? Would I be able to handle the pressure of real-life dentistry? After years…
Investment strategies and digital presence for dental marketing success
Manrina Rhode provides a helpful guide to strategic marketing investment for attracting patients and growing your practice. In her latest video, Dr Manrina Rhode shares essential marketing insights for dental professionals following her recent catch-up with LA-based celebrity dentist Dr Bill Dorfman and her mentorship programme’s open mic session on dental marketing. Why marketing budgets matter Dr…