Only 250 non-practising UK dentists actively seeking work
Fewer than 250 non-practising dentists are actively seeking work in dentistry, sparking caution from leading experts. Released today, the General Dental Council (GDC) has unveiled its second annual set of dentists’ working patterns data. From the type of dental provision to hours worked, the survey covered a range of insights looking into the working patterns…
“Our mission at Sonicare is to help people achieve better oral health effortlessly”
As dental professionals gathered at the 2025 International Dental Show (IDS) in Cologne in Germany to explore cutting-edge solutions that are transforming oral healthcare, Dental Tribune International spoke with Francesco Grillo, the global business unit leader for oral healthcare at Philips, about the company’s key innovations on display at IDS 2025. In this interview, Grillo […]
AI heralds a new era of co-diagnosis
Nishan Dixit explains how AI can help patients see and understand their oral health issues, leading to informed treatment decisions. Practitioner-patient co-diagnosis enabled by AI-powered technology which automatically highlights areas of concern on digital X-rays is helping to drive higher treatment acceptance rates at one North London clinic. Dr Nishan Dixit, a past president of…
How to boost business by prioritising precision and practitioner wellness
Dental Sky shares Renata Redka’s experience with The Wand as a tool for prioritising practitioner wellness as well as delivering pain-free anaesthetic to patients. Creating the ideal patient experience is essential for building a profitable and thriving dental business. However, many dentists often underestimate the part their own wellbeing plays in achieving successful outcomes. According…
Driving diversity in the dental industry: An interview with community-minded endodontist Dr Chanelle Small
In today’s interconnected world, networking is crucial for personal and professional success because building strong relationships, fostering meaningful connections and leveraging opportunities open doors to new possibilities. It is this very point that Dr Chanelle Small, a leading endodontist and owner of Midtown Endodontics in New York in the US, emphasises in her advice to young […]
One in seven 12-year-olds in Germany suffer from MIH
VIENNA, Austria: Molar incisor hypomineralisation (MIH) has a significantly high global prevalence, affecting around 14% of the world’s population, and its causes are poorly understood. Employing data from the 6th German Oral Health Study, a team of researchers from Austria, Germany and Switzerland has sought to determine the prevalence of MIH among younger adolescents in […]
Smoking, vaping and oral health: all you need to know
With new bans on smoking and disposable vapes set to take effect this year, we take a look at what dental professionals need to know about the impact of both habits on oral health. Smoking and vaping – the key stats Despite widespread awareness of their associated health risks, smoking and vaping are common habits…
New frontiers of sandblasting
Rainer Semsch shares his experience with the Renfert Basic quattro IS for precise sandblasting with outstanding new features. For 15 years I worked with two aging, ie 20-year-old, sandblasters from a quality German manufacturer in my laboratory (up to three employees). Each of them had two tanks for the appropriate abrasive. Replace the tungsten carbide…
From reality TV to Tiktok: navigating media publicity as a dental professional
From reels to reality TV, the DDU’s Shruti Chopra looks at the dentolegal implications of the media spotlight. As bright and articulate people, dental professionals are always welcome as interviewees and participants in TV shows and increasingly making a name for themselves on social media. But, if you’re tempted to get in front of a…
Be fulfilled – how Oswyn House gained a new lease of life and identity
Practice Plan shares the story of Oswyn House Dental Practice as it transitioned from NHS to private and created a new brand identity. The loss of two associates to the private sector was the catalyst for Oswyn House Dental Practice owners Anthony and Helen Griffiths to start thinking – for them – the unthinkable. Principal…