Smile Escapes

Proactive treatment of tooth decay from Pearl and vVARDIS

By leveraging AI, Hello Pearl enables dental practitioners to detect tooth decay earlier, while vVARDIS Curodont products offer a drill-free solution to treat early stages of tooth decay. Hello Pearl, the global leader in dental AI solutions, has announced a partnership with vVARDIS, a leader in innovative dental care products, to educate dental professionals about detecting… 

Researchers invent dental floss that can detect stress

A dental floss has been developed that can detect stress and track a wide range of conditions including diabetes, heart disease and cancer. A team from Tufts University has created a device using specially-designed floss that can accurately measure cortisol – a stress hormone – in real time. The saliva-sensing dental floss looks similar to… 

Oral antiseptics can help to prevent recurrence of periodontitis—report

VIENNA, Austria: On 16 May at EuroPerio11, the Spanish Society of Periodontology and Osseointegration presented a new report on how antiseptic mouthwashes can improve oral hygiene and help to manage periodontitis and prevent its recurrence. Drawing on contributions from 14 leading experts, the report collates information of value to oral health professionals and the public, […]

Therapy-led and thriving: a case study in smart practice evolution

Cat Edney shares how dental practice The Gentle Touch’s switch to a therapist-led model transformed its workflow, patient care and profitability. I recently caught up with Amber Aplin, the owner of The Gentle Touch, Kelso, after she had spent a number of months flipping her practice to a dental therapy-led model. Of course, I was hugely… 

From scan to smile: Enhancing patient care through digital innovation

Dr Verena Freier, an internationally respected dental practitioner from Bad Soden in Germany, has long been committed to advancing her clinical practice through continuing education and the integration of digital technologies. Speaking with Dental Tribune International during the 2025 International Dental Show, which took place in March in Cologne in Germany, she shared her experience […]

Are my NHS pension contributions worth investing elsewhere?

Scott Wilson weighs up the benefits of the NHS pension and whether your pension contributions would be better invested elsewhere. Before we dive in, let’s address a common misconception – one that many people understandably struggle with, given the complexity of the NHS pension scheme. As strange as it may seem, when you pay into… 

Overcoming your public speaking fears: a guide for dental professionals

Manrina Rhode explores how dental professionals can overcome public speaking fears, offering practical tips to help you communicate with confidence. With extensive experience as a conference speaker and director of prestigious dental networks, Dr Manrina Rhode understands the challenges of public speaking. Despite her accomplished background, she recognises the nerves and self-doubt that can hold… 

How to prepare for ‘making tax digital’

Reducing the tax gap: Adam Bernstein explores ‘making tax digital for income tax’, and how to get ready for the changes. The difference between how much tax should be paid and how much is actually collected is called the ‘tax gap’. A 2024 HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) report estimated it at almost £40 billion.…