Supporting dental professionals in offering trauma-informed services
VICTORIA, British Columbia, Canada: Trauma is an emotional response caused by certain past events that have caused great distress in individuals. Since dental professionals may encounter patients who struggle with dental anxiety and trauma, the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) and the BC Dental Hygienists Association (BCDHA) have recently introduced a comprehensive set of […]
ChatGPT 4.0 passes dental licensing examinations
HONG KONG, China: The omnipresence of artificial intelligence (AI) in today’s society has brought with it numerous transformations in work dynamics. Further exploring its potential in healthcare settings, a recent study has examined the performance of generative AI in dental licensing examinations. It found that the newer version of ChatGPT could answer questions from dental […]
Vaping ‘linked to cancer’, says new study
Researchers have observed that vaping causes similar changes to human cells as smoking, calling for more exploration of potential links to cancer. The study was conducted by researchers from University College London and the University of Innsbruck, published in Cancer Research on 19 March. It analysed the epigenetic effects of tobacco and e-cigarettes on more […]
Promoting guided bone regeneration
Lucy Stock presents a case study highlighting the use of customised titanium membranes for guided bone regeneration in implant dentistry. Many years ago, dental implant treatment was considered successful if the implant didn’t fall out of the mouth. Patients accepted the gap being filled with something white, even if it didn’t quite look or function […]
Align Technology introduces attachment-free aligner activation feature
Align’s new innovation leverages the SmartForce aligner activation to offer a more aesthetic solution for an enhanced Invisalign patient experience. Align Technology is the leading medical device company behind the Invisalign System of clear aligners, iTero intraoral scanners, and exocad CAD/CAM software for digital orthodontics and restorative dentistry. The company has introduced a new SmartForce […]
The integral role of dental practices in recognising and responding to abuse and neglect
DUNDEE, UK: The complexities and under-reporting of abuse cases in society make it crucial for healthcare providers to remain vigilant and proactive in safeguarding the well-being of their patients. As key points of contact, dental practitioners are uniquely positioned to observe signs of abuse and neglect, making their role in identification and intervention critical. A […]
Inflation falls to 3.4% – how does this impact dental professionals?
Today it was announced that inflation has dropped to 3.4% – but what impact does this have on the financial prospects of dental professionals? The drop in February to 3.4% from 4% the previous month indicates that the cost of living is rising at the slowest rate since September 2021. Cafes and restaurant prices, as […]
UK dentistry is third most expensive in the G7, study says
Research comparing the average cost of dental treatments in the G7 found that the UK was the third most expensive country. The study was published by Healthnews on 19 March and compares the average cost of dentistry in the Group of Seven (G7) countries. The research focuses on five key procedures – cleaning, crowns, root […]
Printing dental restorations now possible with Planmeca Creo C5
HELSINKI, Finland: Planmeca is thrilled to announce a strategic cooperation with BEGO, a renowned pioneer of CAD/CAM technology with more than 20 years of experience in the field of 3D printing. The combined expertise of both companies has made it possible for the cutting-edge materials developed by BEGO for printing dental restorations to be successfully validated […]
Expert dental decontamination advice and it’s all free for you
Laura Edgar, managing director of Aura, explains how and why the company goes beyond the provision of dental products. In the world of dental care, success often hinges not only on the quality of products but also on the depth of knowledge shared within the industry. Aura Infection Control stands as a shining example of […]