Osstem Implant secures MDR certification for 156 products
SEOUL, South Korea: Osstem Implant recently announced that it has been awarded certification under Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR) for 156 of its products, including implant surgical kits and tools. On 30 August, Frank Juettner, CEO of TÜV Rheinland Korea, a global testing and certification organisation, visited Osstem’s headquarters and presented the certificate to the CEO, Kim […]
What to consider when designing a new dental practice
Alex Marsh and Ryan Kerr walk us through key considerations for finding and designing a new premises. The dentistry sector has seen a shift over the past few years from traditional family practices based in Victorian house style buildings towards corporate brands in city centre locations or operating from slick units on retail parks. Several…
Overseas registration exam in dentistry: all you need to know
The overseas registration exam (ORE) is sat by dentists whose qualifications are not recognised for the purposes of UK dental registration. We take a look into how it works, the profession’s experience of it and how it can be improved. What is the ORE in dentistry? Dentists whose qualifications are not recognised for the purposes…
“Digital technologies are reshaping the landscape of our profession in profound ways”
Positioned as a landmark event within the dental industry, the 2024 FDI World Dental Congress (FDIWDC24) is poised for resounding success, offering a meticulously curated scientific programme tailored to meet the evolving needs of dental professionals worldwide. This year, FDI is placing special emphasis on the transformative field of digital dentistry and has therefore partnered […]
Drug for type 2 diabetes linked with 35% lower dementia risk
A drug used to treat type 2 diabetes has been found to lower the risk of dementia by more than one third, according to a new study. Published in the BMJ, the research suggests that the medicine, called sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitors, may lower the risk of dementia by 35%. According to the NHS, there…
Flexibility, bonuses and course subsidies – join Damira Dental
Join Damira Dental Studios and be part of its exciting expansion journey! With the recent acquisition of Astradent and Compass Clinic’s practices in Hampshire and Norfolk, it is significantly growing its network and reaching new communities. This is a fantastic opportunity for dentists to join a high-performing team dedicated to exceptional patient care and professional…
Spreading your wings: the first five years after graduation
Eric Easson considers the professional challenges you might encounter in your first five years in dentistry after graduation. Starting the next stage of your dental career after completing a BDS degree is exciting and possibly a bit scary too, away from the familiar surroundings and people. While most young graduates go onto thrive as independent…
What is the value of financial advice?
Dental regional manager for Wesleyan Financial Services, Simon Cosgrove, discusses the value of financial advice. Stereotypes are common throughout society and financial advice is no exception – there are a number of stereotypes and misconceptions surrounding financial advice and its value. One of which may be an assumption that financial advice is primarily sought by…
Clinical Case: Is it possible to do more with less? Cracking the chameleon effect
Using 3M™ Filtek™ Easy Match Universal Restorative. The post Clinical Case: Is it possible to do more with less? Cracking the chameleon effect appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.
DentalForum EMEA builds on success of DentalForum Europe
LONDON, England: Now in its tenth year, DentalForum is heading to Spain for the first Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) edition of the exclusive gathering of dental business leaders, building on the success of previous European editions and offering an even richer networking experience. Leading dental clinic networks will convene at the luxurious Eurostars […]