Smile Escapes

Profitability and efficiency: finding the balance

Join Chris Barrow, Robbie Hughes, Sandeep Kumar and Mark Simic on Wednesday 23 April at 7pm as they discuss profitability and efficiency. This webinar will provide a deep dive into the financial and operational strategies that allow dental practices to thrive in an increasingly challenging market. Using Extreme Business principles, this session will focus on… 

Addressing the dental hygienist and therapist workforce shortfall

Mohammed Ghafoor discusses the barriers facing EU-trained dental hygienists and dental therapists. The UK is currently grappling with a significant shortage of dental hygienists and dental therapists, a critical component of the workforce. These professionals play a vital role in preventive oral healthcare, yet the barriers to integrating EU-trained (European Union) practitioners are exacerbating workforce… 

“SDR flow+ has redefined how I teach and practise restorative techniques”

This year’s Dentsply Sirona (DS) World Dubai, held at Grand Hyatt Dubai in the UAE on 2 and 3 February, marked an important industry event for the digital dentistry community. One of the most important contributors to the meeting, and to the field as a whole, was Prof. Simone Grandini. He is professor of endodontics and restorative […]

An already powerful dental technology continues to grow in sophistication

The technology of clear aligners has revolutionised modern orthodontics, offering an aesthetic and comfortable alternative to fixed appliances. Since its introduction in 1999, advancements in materials, digitalisation and simulation have made this technique more precise, accessible and effective. Furthermore, the evolution of aligners has helped reduce the number of in-person appointments required for treatment and […]

Workplace culture: what makes a practice a Great Place to Work?

Colosseum Dental explains why its workplace culture means it is officially certified as a Great Place to Work. Workplace culture is crucial for the success of any business. It has a huge impact on employee engagement, drives innovation, attracts talent, improves overall performance and reduces staff churn. By prioritising workplace culture, companies can create an… 

Align Technology announces restorative capabilities on next generation iTero Lumina Intraoral Scanner

Align Technology discusses the availability of restorative capabilities on the new iTero Lumina Intraoral Scanner and new iTero Lumina Pro Dental Imaging System. The addition of restorative capabilities is to enable efficient restorative and multidisciplinary ortho-restorative workflows and support diagnostic of interproximal caries above the gingiva, helping GP dentists reach new levels of practice efficiency… 

Overseas registration exam: GDC announces more dates

The General Dental Council (GDC) has confirmed the dates of further sittings of the overseas registration exam (ORE). This comes as the GDC is currently progressing a large-scale procurement process to award new contracts for both ORE parts. The regulator hopes to announce the new contract awards in autumn this year. The additionally ORE sittings,… 

DDP AI diagnostic models: Revolutionising orthodontic precision and efficiency

CZĘSTOCHOWA, Poland: Digital transformation in orthodontics is accelerating, and the diagnostic models generated by the orthodontic software DDP AI from Polorto are setting new standards in precision, efficiency and treatment predictability. These next-generation 3D diagnostic models integrate artificial intelligence (AI) technology, enabling orthodontists to visualise, plan and execute treatments with unprecedented accuracy. By combining advanced imaging, […]

AI-enhanced 3D bioprinting enables custom oral soft-tissue grafts

SINGAPORE: Gingival tissue grafting is a well-established procedure in periodontal therapy; however, conventional techniques are often associated with morbidity at the donor site and limited tissue availability. A research team from the National University of Singapore (NUS) has now reported on a novel approach it has developed that combines 3D bioprinting and artificial intelligence (AI) […]