Miss Rowan Thomas

Miss Rowan Thomas

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MiSmile NEXT Conference and Gala: 10 years of smiles and growth

MiSmile reports back from its NEXT Conference and Gala, marking 10 years of resilience, innovation and community spirit in the MiSmile Network. On 12 September 2025, the MiSmile community came together at the Leonardo Royal Hotel in London for the MiSmile NEXT Conference and Gala. This year was not just another instalment of the network’s…

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Navigating Welsh dental contract reform: the devil will be in the detail

Many questions still remain surrounding promised Welsh dental contract reform – Practice Plan shares some of the insights from a recent webinar on the topic. The results of the consultation on reform of NHS dental services in Wales were discussed on a recent Practice Plan webinar. Head of sales Zoe Close hosted practice owner and…

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Foundation dentists’ patient safety projects recognised in research competition

Dental Protection shares the results of the 2024 UK Foundation Dentists Competition, recognising exceptional research in the area of patient safety. Five UK foundation dentists have been recognised for their innovative research to improve patient safety, following a competition organised by Dental Protection in partnership with The MPS Foundation. The winning projects explored the use…

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Which specialist brush is right for my patient?

Dental professionals are always on the lookout for effective tools that can enhance patients’ oral hygiene routines – find out which specialist brush is right for each patient. TePe offers a wide range of specialist brushes designed for individuals with specific oral hygiene needs and allow for tailored oral care solutions that prioritise patient comfort…

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Getting a little ‘crowded’ in here? How to diagnose and treat crowding

Aligner Dental Academy presents a guide to diagnosing and treating dental crowding with clear aligner therapy. Dental crowding is among the most prevalent orthodontic conditions, affecting up to 80% of patients in certain populations (Cenzato et al, 2021). Crowding is as a discrepancy between tooth size and arch length. It may be generalised or localised…

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Personalised TV: are you making the most of your practice screens?

A personalised TV channel supported with device responsive digital communication tools – what benefits does it bring to you and your patients? Your practice relies on modern computer systems: your treatments are increasingly high-tech and you text customers to remind them of appointments. Digital marketing and education and best advice to your patients is also…

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How AI imaging is transforming dental care

Dentally explains how AI imaging is helping dentists deliver faster, more accurate diagnoses and better patient outcomes. Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a buzzword – it’s becoming a practical, everyday tool in dental practices across the UK. While AI is making waves in many industries, its impact on dentistry is particularly powerful, especially…

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Dürr Dental – digital X-ray technology from Gechingen, Germany

Dürr Dental shares the history behind the quality and reliability of its X-ray devices and scanners and introduces its latest innovation. Dürr Dental is a medium-sized German company that is now in its third generation of family ownership. Ever since the company was first founded, it has been manufacturing products for diagnostic imaging from its…

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Cementation of veneers: process, pitfalls and predictability

Join Manrina Rhode at 7pm on 10 November as she discusses processes, pitfalls and predictability in the cementation of veneers. This webinar will provide a clear, step-by-step overview of the veneer cementation workflow used in daily practice. Speaker Manrina Rhode will highlight common complications that can arise during and after veneer cementation. She will share…

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Tooth regrowth breakthrough: cell location found to be vital 

The discovery of ‘cellular self-organisation’ in dental development may inform future progress in tooth regrowth, researchers say. A new study from the Yonsei University College of Dentistry explored whether the location of tooth growth cells in the mouth affects their development. To test this, cells taken from the lingual (tongue) side of mouse dentition were…

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Newton Fahl lights up London at record-breaking DENTAESTHIQUE 2025

Tokuyama Dental reports back from DENTAESTHIQUE 2025, a two-day congress focused on hands-on dental education. The UK dental education scene witnessed an unprecedented milestone as DENTAESTHIQUE 2025, powered by Tokuyama Dental, Trycare, and Smile Dental Academy, brought together a record-breaking 100 hands-on delegates for an elite two-day congress at the iconic Glaziers Hall, London Bridge.…

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Colosseum Dental Group pilots AI to improve diagnostics and patient care

Chief medical officer Dr Farzeela Rupani explains how Hello Pearl’s AI-powered diagnostic software is currently being piloted to help Colosseum Dental Group’s clinics support clearer patient communication and more consistent diagnostics. Colosseum Dental Group, Europe’s largest dental provider with more than 630 clinics across 11 countries, is piloting Hello Pearl’s Second Opinion software. The AI…

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Annual Retention Fee increase confirmed for 2026 by GDC

The General Dental Council (GDC) has confirmed that the Annual Retention Fee (ARF) will be increased for both dentists and dental care professionals for 2026. The ARF will now stand at £698 for dentists and £108 for dental care professionals (DCPs). This is roughly a 12.5% increase for all dental professionals, with last year’s fee…

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Power your CAD design with fast AI-supported workflows

Introducing Dental System 2025, CAD software featuring AI-driven bite alignment, smarter error notifications that reduce interruptions, and optimised case setup and design workflows. Dental System 2025 from 3Shape boosts your dental lab’s productivity with fast AI-supported workflows. The AI bite alignment tool aligns upper and lower jaw scans in seconds, saving you valuable time and…

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Powering NHS practices: how to overcome common orthodontic hurdles and deliver exceptional care

Join Andrew McGregor on 6 November at 7pm as he explains how to overcome common orthodontic hurdles and deliver exceptional care in NHS practices. This webinar will provide practical solutions for common challenges faced in NHS orthodontic practices, including managing emergencies, preventing decalcification and optimising hygiene protocols. It will explore effective goal-setting strategies that improve…


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