Colgate Oral Health Network celebrates 15 years of continuing education
NEW YORK, US: The Colgate Oral Health Network (COHN), the online continuing education (CE) platform of Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals, is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year. Since its establishment, the platform has awarded more than 2.5 million CE certificates to over 450,000 dental professionals in more than 200 countries.
Choosing the right 3D facial scanner for your practice: Desktop versus handheld versus phone
If you are considering purchasing a 3D facial scanner for your dental practice, you will likely have many questions, such as: What is a 3D facial scanner? What does it do? How does it differ from an intra-oral scanner? Which one should I invest in? As dental technology and digital dentistry continue to advance rapidly, […]
Behaviour change intervention for periodontal disease—does it help?
MANCHESTER, England: Many dental professionals use behavioural techniques alongside routine oral hygiene advice to help patients improve their brushing and interdental cleaning habits. A new Cochrane systematic review has assessed whether such behavioural approaches offer additional clinical benefit compared with usual advice alone in adults with periodontal disease. The findings highlight current uncertainties and call […]
The dental workforce is increasingly female: where are the leaders?
Raabiha Maan discusses changing demographics in dentistry: with so many women in the workforce, how can we ensure leadership evolves to keep pace? Dentistry in the UK has undergone a significant demographic transformation over the past few decades. Once considered a largely male-dominated profession, the reality today looks very different. Across clinics, hospitals and universities,…
Trust before treatment: building rapport to drive case acceptance
Lia Melconian shares her top tips for building rapport with patients and explains how this can be utilised to increase case acceptance rates. Throughout my training, I naively thought the ‘best’ dentists were the ones with the most knowledge about teeth. Looking back on my career to date, first as an associate dentist and now…
Clinical Case: Post-orthodontic esthetic refinement with 3M™ Filtek™ Easy Match Universal Restorative
Using 3M™ Filtek™ Easy Match Universal Restorative. The post Clinical Case: Post-orthodontic esthetic refinement with 3M™ Filtek™ Easy Match Universal Restorative appeared first on Solventum Dental Blog.
Essential Finishing in Composite Veneers – Less is more!
Discover a simplified step-by-step protocol on how to create anterior restorations with a maximal esthetic result using a simple technique – things our patients are looking for in their new smiles! With modern materials you can create and reshape smiles in a single visit, in a very predictable and repeatable way. This webinar will focus […]
OptraGate Dry Control supports efficient moisture control and access to the treatment area
SCHAAN, Liechtensein: Adequate moisture control and unobstructed access to the treatment area are essential requirements for successful dental treatments. In order to address these needs, Ivoclar has introduced OptraGate Dry Control, a saliva and liquid ejector with an integrated tongue retractor designed to facilitate relative isolation and provide clear access to the treatment area. When […]
Garlic extract in mouthwash may be a safe alternative to chlorhexidine
SHARJAH, UAE: Besides the negative side effects, health experts are increasingly concerned that long-term or improper use of chlorhexidine-containing mouthwashes may contribute to antimicrobial resistance. In the ongoing search for safer alternatives, researchers at the University of Sharjah have conducted a systematic review to evaluate the potential of garlic extract as a herbal substitute.
“Dubai is a strategically important hub for a much wider region”
Held in January for the fourth time, Dentsply Sirona World Dubai has established itself as Dentsply Sirona’s flagship event for the Middle East, bringing together dental professionals from across the region and beyond to explore innovations, share clinical insights and discover connected workflows. On the sidelines of the meeting, Dental Tribune International spoke with Rajender […]