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Introducing the TRIOS Core by 3Shape, a new breakthrough product in digital intraoral scanning for dentistry. Imagine the excellence of the award-winning TRIOS technology distilled down to its most essential and affordable form. That’s TRIOS Core! If you’re used to the conventional method of taking impressions, you’ll be blown away by the efficiency of TRIOS…
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TePe explains how dental professionals can communicate the importance of interdental cleaning to their patients and the right products to suggest. Interdental cleaning is a fundamental part of good oral hygiene, and yet it remains an overlooked practice amongst patients. As dental professionals, advocating for effective interdental care improves oral health outcomes and reduces the…
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Regulators will tighten eligibility criteria for weight loss jabs such as Wegovy and Ozempic as part of a crackdown on inappropriate prescriptions. Online pharmacies will no longer be able to dispense weight loss jabs based on online questionnaires and photos alone. In-person or video consultations will now be required to verify a patient’s body mass…
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Thinking about the health of your practice, SmileVision explores how tailored digital solutions can be revolutionary. There is no question digital transformation is the solution to improving profits sustainably, going green, streamlining efficiencies and ultimately thriving. Properly designed digital communications, including digital leaflets and videos, will hugely improve your income and profitability. They do a…
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‘My laser is as essential as my loupes or handpiece, and I can’t live without them’ – why forward-thinking dentists are investing in new technology to elevate patient care. Lasers are transforming dentistry. They offer precision, speed, and less invasive treatment, reducing stress for patients and practitioners. Driven by an ageing population with complex dental…
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Let’s discover more about Zirkonzahn’s M6 Teleskoper Blank Changer milling unit, on display at the North of England Dentistry Show in March! Zirkonzahn’s newest milling unit, the M6 Teleskoper Blank Changer, is the company’s answer to the increasing need of more automation as well as greater speed and performances. The company’s research and development team…
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Experts have warned that ‘delays will cost thousands of lives’ as data shows that more than 500,000 UK cancer patients waited at least two months for treatment. In the decade up to November 2024, NHS data shows that 506,335 cancer patients did not begin treatment within the 62-day government target. This means less than seven…
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Design expert Katie Thomas brought a client-centred approach to practice design, empowering Hannan Imran to bring his dream practice to life. Siha Dental is a new family-run practice in west London owned by award-winning Dr Hannan Imran. The practice takes its name from the Arabic word ‘health’, reflecting a commitment to holistic patient care. Located…
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Expand your knowledge with Bupa Learning Lounge – flexible, verifiable CPD sessions that cover several GDC core topics. Bupa Learning Lounge is taking place on Saturday 1 February 2025 from 9am UK time. It is a fantastic opportunity for dental professionals in all roles – including dentists, hygienists, therapists, nurses, practice managers, receptionists, and lab…
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Learn more about Navigating the Implant Journey, a comprehensive one-day event hosted at the prestigious Royal College of Physicians in London this March. The world of dentistry is constantly advancing, and implant dentistry remains a significant growth opportunity for practices. Expanding your implant services could be the strategic step needed to enhance patient care and…
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On 13 January 2025, Philips launched its most innovative Sonicare toothbrush, which features new adaptive brushing technology, 62,000 gentle sonic movements per minute and patented optical sensing capability. Studies show that the brush can achieve up to 20 times more biofilm removal and up to 30 times more plaque removal in hard-to-reach areas compared with…
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Two thirds of people said they brush for less than two minutes, while one in three said they would skip toothbrushing altogether when they feel tired or lazy. This is according to a survey of 2,000 UK adults on the topic of oral hygiene conducted by electronics retailer Currys. The most common reasons for skipping…
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Dentist and clinical lecturer Rakhee Patel will take up the post of deputy chief dental officer (CDO) for England. She will work alongside CDO for England Jason Wong and Nick Barker, who is also acting as a deputy CDO. Rakhee Patel is a senior clinical lecturer and honorary consultant at King’s College London. She is…
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With a 98% success rate to B1 or whiter, Enlighten promises to swap underwhelming whitening results for delighted patients and higher margins. What is Enlighten? Enlighten is the first tooth whitening system in the world to guarantee results, irrespective of starting shade. There is no need to change diet and results lasts permanently with very…
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On 8 February, the Aligner Dental Academy (ADA) will host its annual SAFE Symposium in the heart of central London. Bringing together a formidable lineup of dentistry experts, the event will serve as a platform to share best practices, educational insights and the collective experience gained from tens of thousands of Invisalign cases. What’s in…
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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… Refugee dental professionals given priority ORE access by GDC The General Dental Council (GDC) has introduced a new policy granting priority Overseas Registration Exam (ORE) booking access to dental professionals with refugee status. This…
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An adhesive derived from green tea has shown promise as a treatment for oral mucositis (inflammation of the mouth) in a new study. Green tea has previously been found to have anti-inflammatory properties as it contains anti-oxidants called catechins. Building on this, researchers at the Tokyo University of Science (TUS) explored the potential for using…
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Supervised toothbrushing provision varies greatly between different UK areas according to new research, as experts criticise the government’s failure to implement a nationwide scheme. The research paper found that provision of supervised brushing schemes across the UK has increased since 2022. However, the number of children reached by supervised brushing schemes ranged from 70 to…
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Described as ‘a complete break from precedent’, the Welsh government has offered NHS dentists a 6% pay increase in exchange for meeting four conditions. On 21 January health and social care secretary Jeremy Miles addressed a letter to NHS dental contract holders announcing the pay uplift. It said the 6% pay rise was dependant on…
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