Understanding the feelings behind patient decision making
Barry Oulton uncovers why every patient decision is driven by feelings and how an awareness of this can transform patient interactions. Humans are emotional beings. Every choice we make is rooted in feelings, even when we rationalise our decisions with logic afterward. In dentistry, this means patients are not just choosing procedures based on necessity;…
Dentsply Sirona World Germany débuts in Bonn
BONN, Germany: The first Dentsply Sirona World (DS World) Germany took place last week in Bonn under the theme “Experience the future of connected dentistry”. Combining high-level education with networking opportunities and industry insights, the event attracted over 1,000 clinicians and dental technicians and highlighted the growing role of digital technologies, cloud-based collaboration and artificial […]
Six-year follow-up highlights durability of veneers in a complex aesthetic case
HAIPHONG, Vietnam: A new case report has demonstrated what a conservative prosthetic pathway can achieve when a patient with a relatively complex anterior presentation declines orthodontic treatment. The medium-term outcomes highlight how digital planning, enamel-preserving techniques and lithium disilicate veneers can support durable aesthetic restorations in a case made more demanding by both periodontal and […]
Government should do more about dentistry, 65% of Scots say
Only one in five Scots said the government is doing all it reasonably can about dentistry when polled, while 65% thought it should do more. More than in seven Scots (15%) said that dentistry was the most important issue in the country, placing it at a similar priority level to crime at 16%. Estimated unmet…
Measurement and effects of excess flash surrounding conventional orthodontic aligner attachments and Clarity™ Precision Grip Attachments
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“Innovation must be secure, reliable and resilient”—Aspen Dental on its recent AI implementation
Last month, Aspen Dental Management completed the rollout of VideaHealth’s clinical artificial intelligence (AI) platform across its practices nationwide. Dental Tribune International spoke with Dr Arwinder Judge, chief clinical officer at The Aspen Group (TAG), about the deployment, the technology’s impact on clinical practice and what the future of AI-enabled dentistry may hold. In this interview, […]
Philippines plans licensing system to stop illegal dentistry
MANILA, Philippines: Unlicensed dental practice is widespread in the Philippines. Health authorities are set to roll out a national operating licensure system for dental clinics, restricting the delivery of oral care to registered dental facilities. The policy change is expected to be approved this month and is part of ongoing government efforts to eliminate unlicensed […]
Estate planning for dentists: what you need to know
Join Rebecca Johnson, Simon Cosgrove and Graham Hutton on 19 March at 7pm as they discuss what dentists need to know about estate planning. This webinar will explore the fundamentals of estate planning and why it matters for dental professionals. It will help them protect family wealth and minimise inheritance tax, providing an overview of…
Are TV soundbites damaging dentistry?
Seb Evans responds to the unfair portrayal of private dentistry on TV chat shows to explain why dental practice profits aren’t an opportunity to plug the holes in NHS dentistry. Another morning, another TV chat panel, and another wave of misinformation directed at the dental profession. This time, the stage was Channel 5’s Jeremy Vine…
How private dentists can optimise tax
Jon Williams explains everything dental professionals need to know about tax, particularly when transitioning from NHS to private dentistry. Transitioning from NHS dentistry to private practice is a significant professional milestone. Alongside greater clinical autonomy and income potential, it also brings new financial responsibilities – particularly around tax. For private dentists, the goal isn’t aggressive…