Rowan Thomas

Rowan Thomas

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Dental Pod Pro: the ultimate oral appliance cleaner

Zima Dental introduces the key features of the Dental Pod Pro, an advanced and user-friendly oral appliance cleaner. Since 2019, Zima Dental has been at the forefront of innovation in oral appliance care, and is now launching the Dental Pod Pro, an advanced and user-friendly ultrasonic appliance cleaner. After pioneering the award-winning Dental Pod as…

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Six in 10 NHS patients would consider private care, says report

More than six in 10 (61%) of NHS dental patients would consider paying for private dental care, new research suggests. The most common reason for this was to access treatment faster, at almost four in 10 (39%). A similar number (38%) said it was because they could not access an NHS dental appointment. A further…

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Dental CRM: more patient conversations, less data entry

DenGro explains why harnessing the power of a dental CRM for patient management boosts practice performance and growth. Let’s consider the flow of inbound treatment enquiries into a dental practice that is not using a CRM. There are numerous sources from which these enquiries originate. This means considerable time is spent each day logging in…

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Baby boomers live longer but are less healthy, study finds

New research found that baby boomers have a longer lifespan than previous generations but are more likely to experience illness, obesity and chronic health problems. People currently in their 50s and 60s were more likely to have serious health problems than those born before or during the second world war at the same age. In…

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Benefits of water fluoridation in decline, review finds

New research suggests that water fluoridation is a cost-effective measure but only leads to a slightly lower prevalence of caries in children. The contemporary studies analysed within the review found that water fluoridation leads to a slight reduction in decayed, missing and filled teeth. It was also linked to a greater proportion of caries-free children,…

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Why online booking is the new standard in dentistry

Software of Excellence explains the benefits of using an online booking system in dental practices and why they are the new normal. In today’s digital age, convenience and efficiency are more important than ever. Patients no longer want to wait on hold or navigate through phone trees to schedule an appointment. They expect seamless, 24/7…

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Clear aligner confidence with ClearCorrect in three, two, one…

Straumann explores changes to the clear aligner market and explains how ClearCorrect is positioned to support dental professionals through them. Clear aligner therapy is experiencing unprecedented growth. The market is projected to reach £295.5 million by 2027, driven by rising demand for aesthetic dental solutions. Practitioners are therefore seeking innovative ways to meet patient needs…

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Reducing the likelihood of peri-implantitis

J&S Davis shares guidance for preventing peri-implantitis in dental patients, from oral hygiene advice to the best preventive products. As a dental professional, preventing complications is always key for successful treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction. Because of this, teaching your patients excellent oral hygiene techniques and monitoring their hygiene at regular appointments is a priority.…

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Worklight success stories: bright spots in dental technique

Renfert puts the spotlight on the worklight with inspiring short films, which demonstrate the importance of light in dental technology. Dental technique is as diverse as it is fascinating. It is a field where art meets science, and where extraordinary talents often make the seemingly impossible possible. Renfert (Hilzingen, Germany) shines the spotlight on two…

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Enhancing patient comfort as an endodontist

For ‘Edinburgh Endodontist’ Navid Saberi, collaborative care is vital in dentistry. Here, he discusses the importance of checks and balances in clinic. Teamwork is essential for safety in dentistry. It promotes clear communication, shared responsibilities, and mutual support among team members, reducing the likelihood of errors and accidents. For specialist endodontist Navid Saberi, it lies…

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Zirkonzahn’s technical, technological and methodological support

With Zirkonzahn you don’t just buy a product but a whole work philosophy – learn more about the support available. ‘Everything from a single source’ is the principle that has always guided the dental company Zirkonzahn (South Tyrol, Italy). This work philosophy dictates that all hardware, software, tools and materials provided by the firm are…

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Mastering anterior composites – an interview with Dr Albert Gajdos

Cosmetic dentist Albert Gajdos offers his advice for mastering the placement of anterior composites. All these thought-provoking questions and many more are covered in thoughtful detail in GC’s recent interview with Dr Albert Gajdos. Albert is the leading cosmetic dentist at Smile Rooms, Windsor and founder and lead instructor of the Simplifi Composite Course. Dr…

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Less aerosol, more comfort

Ivoclar presents the VivaDent Aerosol Reduction Gel – a genuine innovation for professional tooth cleaning. Everyday prophylaxis work involves a variety of challenges for dental hygienists and dentists, in particular when it comes to the use of ultrasonic scalers. The aerosol and spray mist produced by ultrasonic scalers can impair the visibility of the treatment…

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Invisalign treatment monitoring: a step-by-step guide

Aligner Dental Academy explains how to monitor Invisalign treatment over time to ensure optimal results and patient satisfaction. How do we define success in our patients? If patients loved their final smile, their restoration has not caused any pain or perhaps their gums have stopped bleeding after months of periodontal treatment? But how about their…


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