Military to community dentistry: a journey of adventure and resilience
Dental hygienist Tara Pile shares the twists and turns that have led to a life-changing career in oral care. Life is full of unexpected turns, and my journey has certainly been anything but conventional. What started with a RAF career in avionics engineering and a daft bet with a colleague blossomed into a series of…
Digital by design: why a digital lab set-up works for me
Laboratory owner Stephen Lusty shares the advantages of a digital workflow and the equipment and materials he uses. Stephen Lusty qualified as a dental technician in Cape Town, South Africa in 1997. He moved to the UK in 2001 and opened his own bespoke crown and bridge dental laboratory in Newquay, Cornwall in 2008 with…
Premolaris: where the M6 Teleskoper Blank Changer milling unit is assembled
Learn more about Zirkonzahn’s advanced milling unit on display at the ADI Team Congress and Dental Technology Showcase 2025. Zirkonzahn’s newest milling unit, the M6 Teleskoper Blank Changer, is the company’s answer to the increasing need of more automation as well as greater speed and performances. The company’s research and development team constantly works to…
The 2024 Best Young Dentist on her journey so far
Winner of Best Young Dentist at the 2024 Dentistry Awards, Simran Bains shares her inspirations, her career aspirations and how she finds balance. Why did you choose dentistry as a career path? Dentistry combines my passion for healthcare with the opportunity to make a meaningful, long-term impact on people’s lives. Dentistry isn’t just about treating…
IDS 2025: clear aligners for efficiency and satisfaction
Align Technology explains the clear aligner innovations on show at its booth at the International Dentistry Show (IDS) 2025. The success of a dental practice largely depends on three key pillars: outstanding clinical outcomes, increased practice efficiency, and an optimised patient experience. Align Technology, the pioneer in clear aligner technology, has been supporting more than…
Why patient awareness is more important than ever
Amy Mesilio Peralta explores patient misconceptions about dental therapists and hygienists, highlighting the need for greater awareness and education both inside and outside of the profession. Patient awareness in the world of dentistry plays a crucial role in ensuring successful treatment outcomes, patient satisfaction and safety. The way dentistry has evolved means that patient collaboration…
News you’ve missed this week – 5 April 2025
It’s been a busy week in the world of dental news. Missed the headlines? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days… Gap of 5,500 professionals found in NHS dental workforce Experts warn that the more than 5,500 unfilled NHS vacancies identified by a new report are a ‘serious cause for concern’ for the dental…
Dentistry’s Guide to Dental Practice Membership Plans
Introduction Dental Practice Membership Plans offer numerous benefits for dentists and patients. There are many plan providers able to help dentists put together and manage their scheme, but how do you choose the right one? From administration to marketing, to deciding on what plans to offer and where to set the fees, there are multiple…
From chairside to cyberspace: Understanding and responding to cyber threats in dentistry—Part 2
Dentists dedicate immense effort to building thriving practices, adopting advanced technologies and improving workflows, towards enhancing patient care. Technologies like practice management software, imaging systems and patient communication tools are essential for growth and success, but they can also become targets for cyberattacks. In Part 1, we explored the fundamental reasons why cybersecurity has become […]
Vysinol―new alcohol-free disinfectant for dental practices
BERLIN, Germany: German manufacturer Vysinol has announced the upcoming market launch of an innovative, alcohol-free disinfectant developed specifically to meet the stringent hygiene requirements of dental practices. The product offers an effective yet gentle alternative to conventional alcohol-based disinfectants.