Celebrating a decade of connection: Barker PR’s 10-year anniversary event
Barker PR has always been dedicated to building meaningful relationships and, as the agency celebrated its 10th anniversary, it was only fitting that the theme revolved around the ‘Value of Connection’. This milestone event was held at The Century Club in London and brought together an exceptional lineup of speakers to delve into why sincerity, […]
The power of digital dentistry with the Invisalign system
Align Technology shares the testimonial of Dr Graham Tinkler, who has treated more than 5,000 patients with Invisalign. The Invisalign System is an advanced clear aligner system which has been used to treat more than 17.6 million patients. One of the benefits of treating so many people is that Align Technology can draw on a […]
Take notice: Zirkonzahn’s CAD/CAM system is open!
Zirkonzahn CAD/CAM systems are designed to generate open data files generally compatible with all open CAD software, milling units or 3D printers. In its homeland nestled in the Italian Alps, Zirkonzahn develops and produces – nearly under one roof – CAD/CAM systems, dental materials, elaboration instruments and prosthetic components for more than 140 implant systems. […]
Exploring the hidden factors behind oral health behaviours at ISDH 2024
The final day of this year’s International Symposium on Dental Hygiene (ISDH), to be held in Seoul, South Korea, from 11 to 13 July, starts with a fascinating plenary session featuring Prof. Nam-Hee Kim of the Department of Dental Hygiene at Yonsei University. Based on her research interests in the social, economic and political factors […]
Leading oral hygienist advocates for a more inclusive and diverse dental industry
The International Symposium on Dental Hygiene (ISDH) 2024 kicks off today in Seoul with a plenary session by Dr JoAnn Gurenlian, the director of education, research and advocacy for the American Dental Hygienists’ Association. Dr Gurenlian’s presentation promises to shed light upon the repositioning of the dental industry within a society that increasingly demands a […]
Laboratory Leading 20 has returned!
After a successful and well-received launch last year, we are bringing Laboratory Leading 20 back – get your nominations ready! FMC is delighted to be bringing back Laboratory Leading 20 for its second year. In 2023, we launched Laboratory Leading 20 to spotlight the unique influence, skill and contributions of dental technology. This year, we […]
Research suggests UK government can help dentists help hungry patients
More than 11 million people in the United Kingdom, have reported food insecurity over a 12 month period according to The Trussel Trust. Dental clinicians are in a unique position to both understand the connection between food insecurity and oral health and provide help to patients. In April, Dental Tribune International reported on a study […]
Four-day work week pilot to launch in UK after trial success
Following the success of the largest UK public sector trial of a four-day work week, campaigners are preparing to launch a new pilot. Companies can sign up to the initiative for a November start, with results set to be presented to the government in the summer of 2025. This comes as the largest UK public […]
Children’s sugar intake nearly halved by sugar tax
The sugar tax nearly halved children’s daily sugar intake from soft drinks within a year of being introduced, according to a study. Following the sugar tax’s implementation in April 2018, the study looked at the sugar intake of 7,999 adults and 7,656 children from 2008 to 2019. Also known as the UK Soft Drinks Industry […]
Chocolate halves the risk of gum disease, study says
Researchers found that antioxidants from cocoa beans found in dark chocolate were linked to a 54% lower risk of gum disease. Cheese was similarly associated with a 54% reduced risk of periodontitis. Unsalted peanuts and rice were linked to an even higher reduction, at 71% and 58% respectively. Conversely, the study found that filtered coffee […]