What to do if you miss the grades to study dentistry
Have you missed the A level grades to study dentistry at university? Dakshita Goli explains your options, from resitting to other career paths in dentistry. Results day can feel like the end of the world when things don’t go to plan, especially when you have high expectations for yourself. Missing your offer can be overwhelming…
Patent receives dental implant award
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., US: Swiss dental implant specialist Patent has been named “Dental Implants Manufacturer of the Year in Europe” by MedTech Outlook. The award recognises Patent as the first implant system to achieve a scientifically proven bond between peri-implant soft tissue and a transmucosal implant surface—an advancement regarded as a decisive breakthrough in the […]
Finding community as a female dentist
Anne O’Donnell introduces The Female Dentist – a group dedicated to helping women in dentistry advance their careers and find support. Across practices up and down the UK and Ireland, women in dentistry are not only delivering exceptional care – they are stepping into roles as leaders, innovators, educators and mentors. And yet, despite the…
‘We’ve always done it this way’: breaking free from the status quo trap
Adrian Dray reports back from For the Doers, an event focused on breaking out of the status quo trap of sticking to the same systems and routines. You’ve seen what I’ve seen in UK dentistry: suggest a different way in the practice or in the groups online and the first replies march back to habit.…
Overseas registration exam: petition launches to reform booking system
Dentistry has launched a petition calling for a priority booking system to be introduced for the overseas registration exam (ORE). Currently, the ORE booking system works in a way similar to securing concert tickets – whoever is fastest on the day. As a result, those who have previously tried and failed to book an exam…
Study suggests dental biofilm may have a direct link to heart attack
TAMPERE, Finland: The long-standing relationship between oral bacteria and systemic disease has taken on new significance with recent advances in molecular medicine. As part of this trend, a groundbreaking study by Finnish researchers has found compelling evidence that bacteria commonly found in the mouth could play a causal role in heart attack. The research suggests […]
Aldo Denti joins Dentsply Sirona as chief commercial officer
CHARLOTTE, N.C., US: Dentsply Sirona has announced the appointment of Aldo Denti as executive vice president and chief commercial officer, effective from 6 October. Under his leadership, the company intends to sharpen its customer focus by aligning its global business units and commercial organisations more closely, thereby streamlining how Dentsply Sirona operates and delivers value.
Adhesive cementation of veneers: a key to success or a path full of pitfalls?
Ivoclar discusses the popularity of veneers: what are benefits, what are the best materials to use and are there any pitfalls? Veneers are among the most common treatments in dentistry – and for a good reason. These thin ceramic coverings are the result of expert craftsmanship and their placement in the oral cavity is just…
Everyday gestures matter: supporting colleagues’ mental health
To mark World Mental Health Day on 10 October 2026, Elena Eu from Bupa reminds us that wellbeing is at the heart of every dental practice. In my role, I work closely with Bupa professionals and managers, supporting them to thrive in their careers and their personal lives. With a background in mental health, I’ve…
Heat-treated NiTi: safer, more efficient endodontics
Join Adrian Stewart on Wednesday 15 October at 7pm as he discusses the uses of heat-treated nickel titanium (NiTi) for safer, more efficient endodontics. Breakthroughs in modern metallurgy are revolutionising the way we shape and treat canals. In this cutting-edge webinar, you’ll unlock the science behind heat-treated nickel titanium (NiTi) alloys and discover how these…