Rowan Thomas

Rowan Thomas

Author at Dentistry Online


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Maple compound used to fight tooth decay

A compound derived from maple trees and naturally occurring in maple syrup was found to prevent caries-causing biofilm from adhering to teeth in a new study. The compound, epicatechin gallate, has been described as ‘a powerful and safe alternative to traditional plaque-fighting agents’. Researchers unexpectedly observed that bacteria formed a biofilm on some plants but…

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Invisalign to collaborate with Disney’s Freakier Friday film

Freakier Friday actress and real-life Invisalign user Julia Butters joins the highly anticipated movie sequel and co-promotional campaign. Align Technology Inc, a leading global medical device company that designs, manufactures and sells the Invisalign System of clear aligners, today announced a collaboration with Disney’s highly anticipated movie sequel Freakier Friday. The film opens in cinemas on 8 August 2025.…

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Smoking during pregnancy may affect babies’ dental development

Enamel defects and hypodontia were linked with maternal smoking during pregnancy in a new literature review. The review explored the association of various dental development disorders with smoking during pregnancy. Many of the studies included found that hypodontia, or teeth failing to develop, was more common in babies whose mother had smoked while pregnant. The…

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Conference programme unveiled for Dentistry Show London 2025

The full conference programme for Dentistry Show London 2025 is now available – find out more and register today! Dentistry Show London (DSL) has officially unveiled its 2025 conference programme, promising two days of cutting-edge content, career-boosting CPD, and hands-on innovation when it returns to Excel London on 3 to 4 October 2025. As one…

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Optimising clear aligner treatment with interproximal reduction

Aligner Dental Academy shares some guidelines for successful interproximal reduction (IPR) for clear aligner patients. Many of us will feel a sense of dread when we open our patient’s treatment plan and realise there is 0.5mm interproximal reduction (IPR) to do on multiple teeth on that first appointment! However, as much as it can be…

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Belmont Eurus: new implantology motor system

Integrate the optional implantology motor system when ordering any Eurus treatment centre and bring improved functionality to your fingertips – via Belmont’s intuitive touch-screen. Optional for the whole range of E-type Eurus units, reduce excess cabling and benefit from having everything in one module. Powered by Eurus Newly built-in optional technology is now offered when…

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Government to crack down on Botox and filler practitioners

A new local authority licensing system will be introduced for delivering Botox and fillers as part of a package of measures to combat a ‘wild west of dodgy practitioners’. Practitioners delivering low risk cosmetic treatments including Botox, lip fillers and facial dermal filler will now be subject to rigorous safety, training and insurance standards. This…

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Lab excellence elevated: unlocking success with Straumann Un!q

Join Frederick Karman on 14 August at 7pm as he explains how Straumann Un!q can successfully be used to elevate excellence in your lab. Join us for an insightful webinar exploring how the Straumann Un!q platform is redefining lab excellence through innovation, integration, and intelligent outsourcing. Tailored specifically for dental labs, this session will highlight…

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Local dental marketing: seven proven strategies to attract more patients

Join David Nelkin on 13 August at 7pm as he introduces seven proven local dental marketing strategies designed to attract more patients. This webinar will provide attendees with a framework for dominating their local area and becoming the obvious choice for dental care in their locale. Attendees will walk away with practical, implementable strategies they…

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The digital marketing effect in dentistry

SmileVision shares its tips for getting the best results from device responsive digital marketing in your practice. Increasing your practice profits, streamlining workloads and improving patient excellence – how can we achieve this? One quick, cost effective and simple to implement solution is to communicate with your patients about oral health advice, the treatments you…

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Leaving the NHS: how to go private in five steps

Thinking about leaving the NHS? Practice Plan explains how to make the move to private dentistry in five stages. Deciding to leave the NHS and transition to private dentistry is a significant step – one that can feel both exciting and daunting. If you’re an NHS dentist contemplating this change, you’re not alone. Many dentists…

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Technology in dentistry: ‘You have to move with the times’

Cutting-edge technology is transforming the patient experience – Dental Sky explains why it is important to keep up to date. As awareness of light therapy’s healing benefits grows, lasers are rapidly gaining traction in dentistry. Many patients are now seeking a minimally invasive alternative to more traditional methods, keen to experience accelerated healing and quicker…

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How much do genes influence caries development?

Variations in several different genes can influence the risk of developing dental caries according to a new literature review. Firstly, researchers identified two genes that impact the formation of dentin and enamel. Variations in the ENAM and MMP genes may play a role in the progression of caries by making the tooth more susceptible to…

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Put an end to dentists flipping burgers with ‘dental oases’, says ADG

The Association of Dental Groups introduces its solution to the dental deserts leaving patients in pain and overseas dentists working in fast food restaurants. On 18 June 2025, the Association of Dental Groups (ADG), the trade body representing NHS, private and community-based Services, published its Creating Dental Oases – the Solution to Dental Deserts white…

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Physical marketing builds trust with community for Treeline Dental Care

Treeline Dental Care shares the details of its approach to physical marketing – from posters and adverts to community engagement. When the rest of the world is going online, taking what can be perceived as a more traditional advertising route might seem unusual. But Treeline’s approach to physical marketing is helping to build awareness and…

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Dental hygienists, therapists and nurses: are you properly protected?

Join Kevin Culliney on 6 August at 7pm as he discusses insurance protection for dental therapists, hygienists and nurses. This webinar will introduce Densura’s new insurance offering for dental hygienists, therapists and nurses. It will also highlight its benefits, simplicity and competitive pricing. Learning objectives The speakers Kevin Culliney heads healthcare at one of the…

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Branding, marketing and PR to grow your GBT practice

Join Anna Middleton on Wednesday 7 August as she discusses branding, marketing and PR to grow your guided biofilm therapy (GBT) practice. This webinar will educate guided biofilm therapy (GBT) clinicians on how to effectively position and grow their personal brand and clinic. Anna Middleton will share real-world strategies on patient engagement through branding, marketing…

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Data protection and GDPR – how safe is your practice?

Join Pat Langley on Tuesday 5 August at 7pm as she discusses data protection and GDPR in the dental context. This webinar will provide an overview of data protection and GDPR. Pat Langley will also provide guidance on implementing safe methods of protecting personal data. Learning outcomes The speaker In 2010 Pat Langley founded Apolline…


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