Smile Escapes

Could nanotechnology transform restorative dentistry?

Tina Bhardwaj explores nanotechnology, a new development in dentistry with the potential to create more durable restorations. Imagine a world where dental cavities can heal themselves before they cause pain. With the rise of nanotechnology, this vision becomes a reality. Nanotechnology is the manipulation of matter at the atomic scale, and has transformed several areas… 

Resilience: how to stay strong when dentistry gets tough

Challenges are inevitable but there are strategies that can help you to manage them – Dr Manrina Rhode explores the crucial topic of resilience. We’ve all been there – that moment with a challenging case when you need to work out a solution, a difficult conversation with a patient lingers in your mind, or the pressures of dental practice feel… 

The dual impact of sugar substitutes: Improved oral health, impaired cognition

SÃO PAULO, Brazil: Sugar substitutes have been promoted as a healthier alternative because of their low cariogenic potential and role in reducing caries risk. Research has also suggested that they have minimal effects on blood glucose levels, making them a common choice for individuals with diabetes. However, a recent study has found an association between […]

Cost drives unmet dental care needs across the EU

LUXEMBOURG: Having a high proportion of practising dentists has not freed EU countries from disparities in oral care. New Eurostat figures show that 4.6% of people aged 16 years and over had an unmet need for dental care in 2024. The level of unmet needs for care varied widely among EU nations, reaching as high as […]

The UK dental market in review: change, challenges and looking ahead

Join Chris Lekkas on 8 October at 7pm as he reviews the UK dental market in 2025 – what has changed, the current challenges and looking to the future. In this webinar, Chris Lekkas will share his analysis of the UK dental market in 2025. He will cover ownership trends, market dynamics, key activity, pricing… 

Why dentistry needs a culture shift: how I broke the burnout cycle

Rachel Jackson speaks to Julie Bissett about her personal experience of burnout and suggests how dental leaders can reduce its impact on themselves and their staff. Burnout is a complex cycle that is challenging to break. Few understand this better than Rachel Jackson, owner of Superior Smiles in Knutsford, Cheshire. She began her career as… 

Work-life balance ‘biggest priority’ for dentists

Work-life balance, career development and a supportive culture are top of the list of priorities for dental professionals. This is according to new research from Bupa Dental Care, which suggests that dental professionals are increasingly seeking flexible workplaces that offer development opportunities. Dental practitioners said they prioritise work-life balance (35%), training and development (31%), and a collaborative,… 

From live surgery to simulation facilities – dental implant training for the modern clinican

Discover more about the MSc in Dental Implant Reconstructive Surgery at Brighton and Sussex Medical School. The field of implant dentistry continues to evolve rapidly, with patients increasingly expecting clinicians to provide predictable, aesthetic and functional outcomes. For general dental practitioners and specialists alike, keeping pace with these advances requires structured, hands-on training delivered in… 

From gut to gums: unlocking the microbiome’s impact on oral health

Dr Megan Rossi, internationally renowned gut health specialist, was interviewed by Dr Victoria Sampson ahead of the GBT Summit London 2025 in October, where she will discuss the microbiome and its implications for dentistry. Victoria Sampson (VS): You’re headlining the GBT Summit with a keynote on the oral-gut microbiome connection. Why is this topic so…