NHS contract clawback at £900 million in past two years
Dental experts have spoken out against ‘the perversity of the broken contract’ as a BBC investigation said the £900 million of clawback was because ‘dentists instead prioritise private work’. The BBC found that one pound in every seven that NHS dentists were paid over the past two years was returned as clawback, amounting to a…
“Complication management is not failure; it is part of responsible implant care”
Next week, clinicians can learn about how to manage implant restoration complications in a free webinar by prosthodontist Dr Varisha Parikh hosted on Dentsply Sirona’s clinical educational platform. In this short interview, she explains why managing such complications is an essential component of contemporary implant care and describes how proactive digital workflows and collaborative planning help […]
Adhesives influence colour stability of composite veneers
DAMMAM, Saudi Arabia: Aesthetic longevity remains a central concern in anterior composite restorations, where colour change is a frequent reason for replacement. While composite material properties have been well studied, far less is known about the contribution of adhesive systems—especially experimental adhesives containing bioactive fillers—to long-term shade stability. A recent in vitro study by researchers […]
Expodental
Greetings, dental community! Get ready to pack your bags and broaden your horizons. The landmark event of the Iberian dental calendar is returning, and Solventum is thrilled to announce our premier presence. Expo: From March 11th to 13th, from 10am to 8pm. Attendees can find us at Pavilion 4, Stand B03. March 11th-13th, Spanish and […]
In Mexico, people don’t believe in the “tooth fairy”, but in…
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Expodental Madrid 2026: See you all in Madrid!!
Greetings, dental community! Get ready to pack your bags and broaden your horizons. The landmark event of the Iberian dental… The post Expodental Madrid 2026: See you all in Madrid!! appeared first on Solventum Dental Blog.
Designing the perfect practice manager-owner partnership
Lisa Bainham explains why dental practices thrive on intentional leadership, helping them to get the most out of the practice manager-owner partnership. Building a strong leadership team in a dental practice is one of the most important, and often most overlooked, elements of running a successful business. Over the last two years, I’ve been approached…
ClearCorrect announces Elevating Excellence Awards 2026: two decades of clinical innovation
The UK’s premier clear aligner event returns to London on 18-19 June, combining 20th anniversary celebrations with clinical education and peer recognition. ClearCorrect UK has announced the return of its flagship Elevating Excellence Awards for 2026, marking a significant milestone as the brand celebrates 20 years of advancing clear aligner therapy. The two-day event, taking…
Kuraray turns 100: “Adding new value to dental care”
Few manufacturers can claim one century of innovation. However, as Kuraray celebrates its 100th anniversary, its subsidiary, Kuraray Noritake Dental—shaped by this legacy—remains humble and focused on its holistic vision for improving the delivery of oral care. Reflecting on this centenary, Satoshi Yamaguchi, president of Kuraray Noritake Dental, shares his perspective on how the company’s […]
Four in 10 transgender people have avoided dental care
Around 42% of transgender (trans) people said they had avoided accessing dental care in a report on trans experiences of the UK. A notable reason for the hesitancy to access healthcare was issues with changing ID, patient records, or legal name. In addition to dental care, many of the transgender people who were surveyed had…