Smart dentistry: How AI is redefining the digital dental workflow
While CAD/CAM technology has traditionally been at the heart of digital dentistry, the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) is redefining what is possible in clinical practice. Today, AI extends far beyond prosthetic fabrication; it is enhancing diagnostics, streamlining workflows and supporting more personalised, data-driven care. In this article, I explore how AI-driven tools—many designed to […]
Global leaders gather in Sofia to celebrate innovation and excellence in dentistry
SOFIA, Bulgaria: The 18th internationally renowned Smile of the Year dental contest has continued its upward global trajectory, drawing participants from 14 countries. This year’s winners will be recognised at a glitzy awards ceremony on 13 May at Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia, celebrating the best in contemporary dental excellence.
Is full automation a dream or a threat?
This shift to automation in dental labs is inevitable, says Ashley Byrne. But does it threaten the future of dental technicians, or is it an opportunity we should embrace? As the dental technology landscape evolves at breakneck speed, one question I have noticed starting to appear is, ‘is full automation in the dental lab a dream…
Is virtual reality the best way to train endodontists?
Students who began their training with virtual reality (VR) haptic simulators had significantly higher manual dexterity in a new study. The 40 student volunteers were divided into two groups following standardised lectures and demonstrations on access cavity preparation. One trained with virtual reality haptic simulators before moving onto artificial teeth, the other started with artificial…
New simplified universal composite: Tetric plus
The Ivoclar Group launches Tetric plus, a new simplified composite specially designed to set new standards in universal composites and streamline direct restorative treatments with four innovative features. Ivoclar is setting new standards with Tetric plus, taking its name from the Greek prefix ‘tetra’, meaning ‘four’ – this number is central to its key product…
Supporting lifelong oral health from the very first visit
Maria Kalkani discusses the power of a child’s first dental appointment in building trust and healthy habits. As dental professionals, we know that early intervention is crucial – but how early is early enough when it comes to children’s oral health? For Maria Kalkani, paediatric dentistry isn’t just about treating teeth; it’s about laying the…
Sexual misconduct experienced ‘by up to half of dental professionals’
Up to 48% of dental professionals could have experienced sexual misconduct firsthand, amid warnings from the GDC about its under-reporting in dentistry The General Dental Council (GDC) commissioned a review of studies exploring sexual misconduct in the dental environment. It found that the number of professionals who report experiencing sexual misconduct sits between 5% and…
What is the future of dental SEO?
David Nelkin shares why everything you know is changing in the world of dental SEO – and how you can stay ahead of the game. Remember when SEO (search engine optimisation) was all about getting to the top of Google? Those days are gone. We’re witnessing the biggest revolution in search since Google itself launched…
Consent in dentistry: navigating legal and ethical standards
Join Biju Krishnan on Wednesday 14 May at 7pm as he discusses consent in dentistry: navigating legal and ethical standards. In today’s complex healthcare landscape, obtaining valid patient consent is more critical than ever. This comprehensive session will equip dental professionals with the essential knowledge and practical strategies to transform valid consent from a mere…
Orthodontic appliances on temporary anchorage devices: Single-stage procedure
Orthodontic appliances are used to reposition teeth by leveraging the natural process of bone remodelling. When force is applied to teeth, it triggers bone resorption by osteoclasts and bone formation by osteoblasts. The direction of the applied force dictates the direction of remodelling. Proper force planning is essential in the design of orthodontic appliances but […]