How much attention have you paid to the dental news this week? – 9 December 2023
It’s been a busy week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days… The 2023 Private Dentistry Awards winners! The prestigious Private Dentistry Awards took place last Friday at the glamorous Grosvenor House Hotel, London. Have a look at the full list of winners here! Want to share your thoughts […]
Dentistry Live: Invisalign orthodontics part two
Join Camilla Morrison on Thursday 14 December at 7pm for part two of her Dentistry Live broadcast on Invisalign orthodontics. Dentistry Live is a digital tour of the UK’s leading dental experts undertaking dental surgeries and procedures at The Campbell Academy and live-streamed directly to you. During a live case of Invisalign treatment, you can […]
Big Brother contestant on returning to life as a dental therapist
Dental therapist Chanelle Bowen discusses her passion for dentistry and what it was like inside the Big Brother house. My name is Chanelle Bowen and I am a dental therapist. I have worked within the profession for 14 years, three of which were alongside university. My story and passion for dentistry began in 2010 at […]
Align Technology opens 2024 annual research programme to advance orthodontic care
TEMPE, Ariz., US: Align Technology has announced the opening of its 2024 annual research award programme to support clinical and scientific dental research in universities worldwide. In 2024, up to US$300,000 will be awarded to university staff members for scientific and technological research initiatives to advance patient care in the fields of orthodontics and dentistry. […]
E-glass fibres need more fine-tuning before they can be useful in CAD/CAM resin composites
GENEVA, Switzerland: Dental restorations often rely on CAD/CAM resin composites for their precision and reliability. However, ensuring the longevity and durability of these restorations remains a challenge. The integration of bidirectional E-glass fibres beneath the composites offers potential benefits in enhancing fracture resistance and directing crack propagation, thus potentially minimising catastrophic failures. A recent study […]
How can photography mirrors help create the perfect photo?
DB Orthodontics explains why photography mirrors are crucial for creating high quality dental photography. In orthodontics, where a fraction of a millimetre counts, precision is paramount. Whether it’s capturing high resolution intraoral photographs, conducting comprehensive oral examinations, or simply maintaining a smooth workflow, utilising high quality photography mirrors plays its part. In the pursuit […]
The power of community in brand development
Simon Chard discusses the importance of building a community, and the three Es he uses to do so: education, engagement and emotion. I’m back with episode five of Building a Brand. Today’s topic is all around community. As you can see, I’m in the clinic right now with my team, my community, here, and where […]
Evolving your business systems into 2023 and beyond—Part 5: Operational systems
Over the past months that Dental Tribune has published my article series, I have looked at financial systems, marketing systems, the patient experience, and leadership and management. In this last article, I will now reach a conclusion of our journey by looking at operational systems—how we run our businesses on a day-to-day basis, remain compliant […]
Tissue regeneration ‘could replace root canal therapy for endodontic diseases’
A new study explores the potential of tissue regeneration technology to treat endodontic diseases more effectively than root canal therapy. The study was conducted by scientists from the ADA Forsyth Institute. It investigated the ability of molecules called resolvins to regenerate tissues when applied to the dental pulp. In particular it focused on a resolvin […]
Tooth whitening tips from a dental hygienist
Dental hygienist Steven Scannell discusses his experience of tooth whitening and offers his top tips. When you look at global tooth whitening trends, there is no doubt that demand is still there and growing. White teeth have become a symbol of good oral health and self-care habits. I feel privileged to be able to help […]