Case report: prosthesis restoration for aesthetics and strength
Zirkonzahn presents a restoration case using new zirconia for primary structures with extremely high flexural strength. A male patient presented with a previous Pekkton-PMMA immediate temporary restoration supported by four implants in each jaw, seeking a stable and highly aesthetic definitive solution. Following comprehensive diagnostic assessment, the techno-clinical team decided to provide full-arch zirconia restorations…
Colour perception in dental technology: why colour is created in the mind
Sascha Hein gets to the bottom of a widespread misconception: neither light nor objects are actually coloured – colour only arises in our brain. This finding has far-reaching consequences for everyday work in the laboratory, especially for workplace lighting. What does good lighting for dental technology call for? The science of colour perception Sascha Hein…
AI that sells – enhance patient communication and boost case conversion with Diagnocat
Join Morven McCauley on Monday 13 October at 7pm as she discusses how AI can enhance patient communication and boost case conversion. This webinar will explore how Diagnocat AI can be effectively integrated into dental practice to enhance patient communication, build trust, and improve case conversion rates. Delegates will learn how to interpret and present…
Dental professionals can discover additive manufacturing innovations at Formnext
FRANKFURT AM MAIN, Germany: Once considered a niche solution, 3D printing is now an integral process for dental laboratories, practices and clinics. Supporting the fabrication of a range of products, including precise models, functional splints and complex prostheses, additive manufacturing (AM) has developed into a key technology. The digital workflow—involving intra-oral scanning, CAD and 3D […]
The SEAL concept
In recent years, manufacturers have developed increasingly advanced composite materials, offering improvements in aesthetics, handling and mechanical properties. However, none of these innovations have truly eliminated the challenge of polymerisation shrinkage. This stress, caused by volumetric shrinkage during polymerisation, generates internal stress within the restoration, which can weaken adhesive bond strength, cause marginal gaps and […]
What is the secret to great leadership in dentistry?
Rana Al-Falaki explains how building happiness into your day to create fun and fulfilment can transform performance in any dental practice. What if the secret to becoming more productive, respected and energised wasn’t about working harder… but smiling more? And what if you could be trained to smile more and feel happier? In a profession…
The Connection Between Gum Health and Heart Health
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NHS to private in six weeks: Manish shares his journey
In this episode of the Business of Dentistry podcast, Les Jones sits down with Manish Chitnis to talk about one of the biggest decisions a dentist can make – converting from NHS to private dentistry. Manish Chitnis is a practice owner with more than 15 years’ experience and five practices across Hampshire and Dorset. In…
Elevating composite artistry at DENTAESTHIQUE 2025
Tokuyama Dental introduces DENTAESTHIQUE 2025, a two-day congress focused on composite artistry in aesthetic dentistry. This October offers a rare chance to learn directly from world-class educators like Dr Newton Fahl Jr (Brazil) – one of the most respected names in aesthetic dentistry. TOKUYAMA DENTAL is proud to launch DENTAESTHIQUE, a new international education series…
Clinical Case: Restoring function with 3M™ Filtek™ Easy Match Universal Restorative
Using 3M™ Filtek™ Easy Match Universal Restorative, and 3M™ Scotchbond™ Universal Plus Adhesive. The post Clinical Case: Restoring function with 3M™ Filtek™ Easy Match Universal Restorative appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.