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 […]
Building patient trust with silence
Strength in silence: Raabiha Maan discusses the power of active listening in managing difficult dental encounters and gaining patient trust. The waiting room fell silent as a middle-aged woman stormed into my clinic, voice echoing off the tiled floor. It was early in my career – I was a 25-year-old dentist just out of my…
Treeline Dental builds trust through social media
Treeline Dental Care explains how its approach to social media is attracting new patients and building trust with existing ones. Isn’t social media really for people, not brands? Can a dental brand genuinely make ‘friends’ on social media? These are the questions that spring to mind when a company or product uses social media to…
Buying and selling: avoiding dental practice premises pitfalls
When purchasing or selling a dental practice, there are several legal requirements to be considered – find out how to build a strong foundation for your premises. In the majority of dental practice sales or purchases, the primary focus from the outset is on the goodwill and assets, with only a side mention of the…
Driving efficiencies and lowering costs with new innovations in automation
Join Jamie Stover and Brice Harkey on Tuesday 15 May at 7pm as they discuss driving efficiencies and lowering costs with new innovations in automation. Don’t miss this exclusive webinar which will look at how dental labs can save time, reduce costs and operate more efficiently, thanks to new advancements in automation and workflow optimisation…
Strategies to enhance patient experience and interaction with aligner therapy
The popularity of clear aligners has surged in recent years, making them a preferred orthodontic solution for many patients.1–3 However, the success of this treatment relies heavily on the patient’s comprehension, adherence and overall experience throughout the process. Implementing effective interaction strategies can empower patients and encourage active participation in their care, ultimately improving treatment […]
Dental technicians: how exactly are we regulated?
Laboratory provides an update on its quest for clarity on illegal manufacture and invites you to share your thoughts on the way dental technicians are regulated. Over seven months ago, Laboratory gave the General Dental Council (GDC), the Dental Technologists Association (DTA) and the Dental Laboratories Association (DLA) an outline of how it is believed…
Virtual reality haptics enhance preclinical endodontic training
KUOPIO, Finland: In recent years, virtual reality (VR) and haptic technologies have been increasingly integrated into dental curricula alongside conventional teaching methods, offering opportunities for greater repetition, standardised feedback and enhanced learning. Seeking to provide evidence to guide the use of this modality in training, a recent study evaluated the impact of VR haptic simulators […]