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 […]
The legal aspects of implementing AI technology in dentistry
Exploring accountability and legal issues, Alan Clarke asks some hard questions around the use of AI in dentistry. Since starting this column, I have been truly blown away by the speed of the artificial intelligence (AI) dental game. It really feels like during the last two months AI is everywhere. From dental radiographs with Pearl…
‘Growing epidemic’: calls for ban on non-tobacco vape flavours
Vapes should be sold behind the counter like cigarettes and all flavours except tobacco should be banned, according to a union, as recent statistics show that 5.6 million adults in Britain use e-cigarettes. In a report published today, the British Medical Association (BMA) urged ministers to introduce legislation to fight the ‘growing epidemic’ of vaping.…
The future of AI in dentistry – automating repetition
At a recent event, Practice Plan’s Les Jones spoke to Hannah Burrow, CEO of dental note-taking software company Kiroku, and asked her to share her thoughts on the future of AI in dentistry. Les: How does AI fit into the current dental landscape, Hannah? Hannah: There are quite a few examples of AI already being…
Unconventional applications of dental 3D printing
The digitisation of dentistry has unlocked many potential applications in modern clinical and technical practice. 3D printing is becoming an increasingly popular and effective part of that equation. Gone are the days where it seemed like you needed a PhD to operate a 3D printer. Chairside dental 3D printing has become extremely cost-effective and simple to learn, […]
Straumann divests DrSmile, retaining a minority stake
BASEL, Switzerland: Straumann Group has agreed to sell its DrSmile clear aligner business to the Impress group, citing a desire to concentrate on business-to-business (B2B) orthodontic products and services. Straumann will retain a minority share in the company, and Impress is expected to leverage the brand to enter new European aligner markets.
The novel Proclaim 3D-printing solution for customised at-home oral hygiene
Current methods of oral hygiene rely on old technology that requires repeated instruction and dexterity to master. Often, patients are unable to achieve levels of oral hygiene that are consistent with periodontal health, and the accompanying frustration can contribute to limiting dental appointments and other necessary preventive care.
The Mental Capacity Act and how it applies to dental practices
Join Pat Langley on Tuesday 3 September as she discusses the Mental Capacity Act and how it applies to dental practices. This webinar will help dental practice team members understand their obligations under the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) 2005. Learning outcomes A better understanding of: Pat Langley In 2010 Pat founded Apolline to provide compliance…