“The future of the EFP is extremely bright”
As the global conversation around oral health continues to evolve, the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) is playing an increasingly influential role—both within the dental profession and on the wider healthcare policy stage. At EuroPerio11 in Vienna in Austria, Dental Tribune International spoke with Prof. Moritz Kebschull, past president of the EFP, about the federation’s ongoing […]
One in five people use mouthwash instead of toothbrushing
Half of adults are cutting corners in their oral hygiene routine according to new research, with one fifth opting for mouthwash over toothbrushing. In a poll of 2,000 adults, 41% said they only brush their teeth once per day and 45% do not floss at all. A further 11% have never cleaned interdentally using floss…
How to support increased cosmetic dentistry demand with marketing
Dental Sky shares the approach of Middle St George Dental Care in marketing its comfortable, pain-free approach to cosmetic dentistry. Cosmetic dentistry is booming, but rising demand means more competition. To stand out, practices must balance ethical care with innovation, managing patient expectations while delivering lasting results. A safe, tech-integrated environment paired with strong communication…
Recommending TePe EasyPicks: a guide for dental hygienists and therapists
TePe explains how dental hygienists and dental therapists can begin recommending EasyPicks to their patients for interdental cleaning. As dental professionals, we are always on the lookout for effective tools that can enhance our patients’ oral hygiene routines. One such tool that has gained popularity among dental hygienists and therapists is the TePe EasyPick. This…
IDEC 2025 to advance dental innovation and collaboration in Indonesia
JAKARTA, Indonesia: The highly anticipated 2025 Indonesia Dental Exhibition and Conference (IDEC) is less than six months away, and enthusiasm continues to grow among participants and visitors. As the country’s largest dental industry event, IDEC serves as a key platform to strengthen Indonesia’s dental health resilience and drive transformation. Now in its fourth edition, IDEC […]
“The EFP is the most important organisation for oral health”
VIENNA, Austria: At this year’s EuroPerio11 in Vienna, Dental Tribune International sat down with Prof. Anton Sculean, secretary-general of the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) and chair of the event, to gauge his thoughts regarding his deep-seated commitment to the federation, how EuroPerio11 embodies the federation’s scientific vision and educational mission, and how the EFP […]
Global periodontics community convenes at EuroPerio11
VIENNA, Austria: The European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) recently hosted the 11th EuroPerio, the world’s leading congress in periodontics and implant dentistry, at the VIECON centre (formerly Messe Wien) in Vienna. The four-day event drew more than 10,000 participants from 107 countries, underscoring the global significance of the discipline and the continued growth of the community.
A seismic start to the sixth European Aligner Society congress
RHODES, Greece: The sixth congress of the European Aligner Society (EAS), which took place in late May, began with unexpected movement—not of teeth but of tectonic plates—a 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck near Crete early on 22 May. The tremor was clearly felt at the congress venue. Fortunately, no damage or injuries were reported, and the congress continued […]
Dental schools urge government to expand training places
Increase UK training places in dentistry and dental hygiene to help secure long-term sustainability of NHS dentistry, the government has been told. The Dental Schools Council – which represents UK dental schools – has outlined a number of recommendations for addressing workforce shortages in a new report called Fixing NHS Dentistry. It argues that with…
Harrods to open dental practice inside store
A dental clinic is set to open inside the world-renowned department store Harrods, the first of its kind in the store’s history. Owned by dental brand Rüh Dental, it will be located within the store’s Wellness Clinic on the fourth floor, which offers a range of bespoke holistic and aesthetic treatments. The dental clinic will…