Ultradent to bring Bridges congress to Portugal in 2026
LISBON, Portugal: After seven successful years across North and South America, Ultradent will bring its Bridges congress to Europe for the first time. Bridges Portugal will take place from 21 to 23 May 2026 at SUD Lisboa Hall in Lisbon, offering hands-on workshops and networking opportunities.
Pain-free anaesthesia in restorative dentistry
Rhona Eskander explains why she uses The Wand in her practice and why it’s particularly beneficial for restorative dentistry. ‘Patients are often phobic and that is frequently linked to fear of anaesthesia. I use The Wand as it works below the patient’s pain threshold, ensuring my patients have a positive experience whilst in the chair. I find…
Smartee Teen: a comprehensive system for early orthodontics
Early intervention is critical for managing malocclusions in paediatric patients – Smartee Teen provides a comprehensive, integrated solution for early orthodontics that combines myofunctional trainers, clear aligners, and functional appliances into a single system. This approach addresses not only the alignment of teeth but also the underlying muscle and skeletal issues, ensuring more stable, long-term results…
Private Dentistry Awards 2025: finalists announced
FMC is delighted to share the Private Dentistry Awards shortlist for 2025 – congratulations to all of the finalists! The Private Dentistry Awards are returning once again on Friday 21 November 2025 at the Grosvenor House Hotel, London. As the private dental sector gears up to celebrate at the ceremony, our esteemed judges have been…
DS World 2025 Las Vegas celebrates four decades of CEREC
CHARLOTTE, N.C., US: DS World 2025, held in September at MGM Grand Las Vegas, brought together thousands of dental professionals for three days of innovation, education and entertainment. This year’s event also marked a major milestone: the 40th anniversary of CEREC, Dentsply Sirona’s pioneering chairside CAD/CAM system that has continued to transform digital dentistry.
One in three young adults in the US skip dental visits, study shows
BOSTON, US: In the US, dental care remains largely excluded from medical insurance and separated from public health initiatives that promote prevention. A new study from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston underscores the consequences of this gap, reporting that nearly one in three young adults did not visit a dentist in the […]
Prosthodontics: products for the perfect primary impressions
Join Mike Gregory on Tuesday 21 October at 7pm as he discusses the best products for the perfect primary impressions in prosthodontics. This webinar, delivered by Mike Gregory, will identify common problems in impression taking. It will help attendees recognise the limitations of ‘stock’ impression trays and choose appropriate impression materials for any given case.…
Boxly launches dental AI receptionist in UK market
On 2 October, UK health tech start-up Boxly launched an AI-powered receptionist designed to transform patient communication and reduce admin pressure on practices. The innovation was revealed at Unbox the Future in Soho, London. The event was headlined by Jason Bradbury, one of the UK’s best-known technology presenters and former host of The Gadget Show.…
What Britain’s ageing population means for the future of dentistry
From falling birth rates to rising living costs, Britain’s population trends are transforming the profession. David Willetts discusses what these changes mean for dentists, patients and policymakers alike. Tell us a little about your background and the areas you’ve focused on during your career I’m president of the Resolution Foundation, a Westminster think tank focused…
Flowable injection and BEST.FIT: Time-saving direct restoration techniques for every dental practitioner
A passionate dental practitioner with a special interest in endodontics and conservative aesthetic dentistry and a well-known speaker, Dr Enzo Attanasio has valuable insights to share with his audience. At this year’s International Dental Show in Cologne in Germany, he lectured on three topics at Kuraray Noritake Dental’s booth, including the flowable injection technique and […]