It’s been a busy week in the world of dental news. Missed the headlines? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days…
Robot-assisted implant surgery ‘significantly enhances accuracy and clinical safety’
Robotic dental surgery presents a ‘promising advancement’ in implant dentistry by reducing human error.
A new study analysed the accuracy of implant placement using a robotic system – called Remebot – compared to freehand surgery.
The research team concluded: ‘These findings provide a strong foundation for future research and clinical application of robotic systems in dental surgery.’
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Does water fluoridation cause childhood IQ loss?
Does water fluoridation cause childhood IQ loss? A study found ‘inverse associations’ between fluoride exposure and children’s IQ scores – but not without limitations.
This is the best way to quit vaping, Oxford researchers reveal
From text messages to medication, the most effective way to quit vaping depends on your age, according to a new study from Oxford University researchers.
Pay increase for NHS dentists dubbed ‘inadequate’
A pay uplift of 4.64% for NHS dentists in England has been confirmed, as experts warn that this represents a ‘pay cut’ in real terms.
UK public health budget 55% lower than Germany’s
The UK spends less public money on healthcare than nine of 14 European countries according to new analysis of public health spending.
Four in 10 registered Scots cannot access their dentist
Almost 40% of Scottish people who are registered with a dentist have not had an appointment in more than two years, says Public Health Scotland.
Mental health challenges in dentistry
Mental health challenges are prevalent in the field of dentistry – and are driven by various pressures, says Anushika Brogan.
‘NHS dentistry is at death’s door’: health secretary urged to act
As a petition to save NHS dentistry hits a quarter of a million signatures, experts are urging the health secretary to prioritise its reform.
Psychosocial risks faced in dentistry
Anmol Gill discusses signs of burnout and how dental professionals can reduce both psychological and physical risks.
Kevin Lewis: dentistry’s challenges in 2025
How will we measure the successes and failures of the new year? Kevin Lewis suggests some answers and points to some challenges.
Dentistry Webinars
Sign up to next week’s webinars below:
- Evidence-based excellence: advancing periodontal care with Philips innovations – Miss Anna Middleton and Sulaman Anwar – Tuesday 14 January at 7pm
- From practice to press: unlock the secrets of PR success – Gemma Barker – Wednesday 15 January at 7pm
- Dentistry Live: Integrating Clearcorrect aligner systems into general dentistry – Maria Fernandez – Thursday 16 January at 7pm.
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