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Exocad to participate in Greater New York Dental Meeting this month

DARMSTADT, Germany/NEW YORK, US: Exocad, a leading dental CAD/CAM software provider, has announced its participation at the 99th annual Greater New York Dental Meeting (GNYDM), taking place on 26–29 November. In New York, the company will be showcasing its latest dental software and presenting its first CBCT equipment display at Booth 2003.  

Promoting collective wellbeing

Dental professionals face challenges that can impact their wellbeing, but help is at hand, says Ritesh Aggarwal. The recent Dentistry Show London once again brought to the fore the imperative need to focus on dental professionals’ wellbeing if dentistry in the UK is to follow a successful trajectory. With Professor Tim Newton taking to the […]

Make the most of digitally driven patient conversations

HUDDERSFIELD, UK: Intra-oral scanners are completely redefining patient communication and practice growth. Align Technology is a leading brand in the intra-oral scanner and imaging industry with its iTero intra-oral scanners and imaging systems, helping dentists deliver optimal clinical outcomes and provide an elevated patient experience and contributing to practice efficiency and growth.   

Sugar tax may have reduced UK paediatric tooth extractions—study

CAMBRIDGE, UK: Dental caries is the primary cause of elective hospital admissions among UK children aged 5–9 years, and the disease accounts for nearly 90% of tooth extractions in the age group. Given that consuming soft drinks is a risk factor for caries, UK researchers have examined whether a levy introduced in 2018 on sweetened […]

Dental technicians call for ‘pragmatic’ approach to regulation

We hear from members of the dental technology profession about why they are supporting Dentistry’s Saving Grace campaign. Dentistry believes the current regulation system lacks the necessary flexibility and understanding, and does not account for human error or unforeseen circumstances that may cause a dental professional to miss registration or CPD deadlines. From dental technicians […]

The role of self-examination in mouth cancer prognosis

Tripat Mahajan speaks to Dentistry about the importance of early detection for mouth cancer prognosis, and the role that self-examination and increased awareness play in reducing risk. How did you first get involved with the Mouth Cancer Foundation? While working in maxillofacial surgery, I saw how mouth cancer, the treatment and its side effects can […]

Transforming orthodontics with 3D printed palatal expanders

DB Digital Solutions is excited to offer 3D printed metal palatal expanders to their range of cutting-edge digital orthodontic products and services. What innovative solutions are changing the way orthodontists work? Expansion – achieving precise results with comfort Discover 3D printed palatal expanders, including quad helixes and trans-palatal arches (TPAs). These state-of-the-art appliances eliminate the […]

Dental students say artificial intelligence should be included in curricula

LUCKNOW, India: Artificial intelligence (AI), a rapidly evolving technology, is increasingly relevant in various medical fields, including dentistry, for tasks like diagnosis, treatment planning and data handling. A new study seeking to understand how AI is perceived by dental students in India has identified potential obstacles to its integration into dental practice. While a majority […]