Indonesia’s teledentistry drive improves oral hygiene but not self-confidence in oral care
JAKARTA, Indonesia: A large-scale teledentistry initiative in Indonesia has helped people brush more frequently and improved oral health awareness, according to new research. However, the study warns that digital consultations alone may not be enough to boost individuals’ confidence in managing their own oral health or to sustain long-term oral health improvements.
Laboratory Leading 20 2025
Meet this year’s Laboratory Leading 20 – the individuals driving the future of dental technology. Now in its third year, the Laboratory Leading 20 returns once again to celebrate the people shaping the future of UK dental technology. Each year, this initiative shines a spotlight on those whose influence, innovation and passion continue to elevate…
Only one quarter of DCPs deliver mostly NHS treatment
Almost 75% of dental care professionals (DCPs) spend the majority of their time working in mixed or private practice, new data reveals. This week, the General Dental Council (GDC) published working patterns data from more than 56,000 DCPs – equivalent to 70% of the DCP register. What are the working patterns of DCPs? Some of the key…
Vertical control in open bite correction using aligners and skeletal anchorage: A case series
Traditionally, anterior open bites have been considered one of the most challenging malocclusions to treat in orthodontics. In fact, the majority of such cases have historically required orthognathic surgery for effective and stable correction.1–3 However, this paradigm shifted significantly with the introduction of skeletal anchorage, which enabled more predictable posterior intrusion and allowed for alteration […]
Zinc compound offers non-staining alternative to silver diamine fluoride
NEW YORK, US: Although silver diamine fluoride remains an effective non-invasive option for treating caries, its characteristic black staining is a major barrier to patient acceptance. To address these aesthetic limitations, researchers at New York University have developed a zinc-based compound that could prevent and treat caries without discolouring teeth.
The best of both worlds: Clarity Attachment Material
Solventum explains the benefits of Clarity Attachment Material, an orthodontic composite for creating aligner attachments and bonding orthodontic brackets. When choosing an attachment material for use with clear tray aligners, dentists are faced with the choice between a flowable or paste composite. Clarity Attachment Material is a thixotropic, visible-light activated, radiopaque orthodontic composite. The product…
What is the role of dental nurses in anxiety management?
Amelia Hodgson considers what dental nurses, alongside the wider practice team, can do to help nurture a positive experience for those experiencing dental anxiety. Many people experience dental anxiety and for some it can be a significant barrier to accessing essential dental care. From entering the surgery and having their first conversation, to sitting up…
The complete digital workflow for implant dentistry in private practice
Join Beat R Kurt on 30 October at 7pm as he explores a complete digital workflow for implant dentistry in private practice. This webinar will introduce participants to the full digital workflow for implant planning, with and without surgical guides. It will demonstrate the use of DTX Studio Clinic and the new Dexis Imprevo intraoral…
Dental Industry Awards 2025: finalists announced
The Dental Industry Awards shortlist for 2025 is here – congratulations to all of the finalists! The Dental Industry Awards are back on Thursday 11 December 2025, taking place at Wembley Stadium, London. The exceptionally high standard of entries made the judges’ job even harder – a huge congratulations to all of those those who…
Bidding process for new ORE contract in final stages
The bidding process for the new overseas registration exam (ORE) has reached its final stage, according to the General Dental Council (GDC). The regulator has confirmed that the latest stage of the procurement process to award the new contract for the ORE Part 1 and Part 2 has now concluded. This followed a ‘rigorous and…