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Getting patients to say ‘yes’ to treatment is a perennial challenge. Straumann discusses the factors that affect patient decision making and explains how digital workflows can help. Now, cost is likely to be one of the main reasons why people are either saying ‘no’ or ‘not yet’. The full impact that the cost of. living…
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The British Society of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry (BSP) has recently announced a sponsor partnership with oral care brand, Philips. Philips, with its clinically proven range of sonic toothbrushes and powered interproximal flossing device, has a natural BSP. So much so, the company has become the latest partner sponsor of the society. Philips aims to…
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Leo Briggs explores the reasons behind complaints and claims concerning limited treatment orthodontics, the first in a short series about cosmetic treatments. The desire for a ‘better smile’ has driven the growing market in adult orthodontics. Particularly treatments that seem to promise quick results. With 28% of UK adults reportedly considering or having completed orthodontic…
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Kavo recently unveiled the Kavo Proxam range of imaging technology at its stand at IDS 2023 this March. Kavo took full use of its home turf advantage at IDS to make waves with a huge stand – and some exciting new product launches. The company showed off its treatment centre portfolio, from the well-loved Estetica…
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Zirkonzahn has released a new M6 milling unit, featuring a blank changer function to automate and accelerate processes. With the new M6 milling unit, Zirkonzahn automates processes, accelerates procedures and increases the productivity of the dental workflow. The 5+1 axis simultaneous milling unit is equipped with a magazine for up to 16 blanks (upgradeable). It…
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We spoke to specialist periodontist, clinical lecturer and ADI president, Amit Patel, about his origins, specialist training, and skydiving ambitions. Where did you grow up and what was family life like? I grew up in Edgware, north-west London. We were self-sufficient kids because my mum and dad worked hard. I enjoyed it – I played…
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A group of four dentists will climb Ben Nevis, Scotland over the late May bank holiday weekend, raising money for three different charities. We caught up with them to hear all about the climb. The dentists participating are a group of friends who met at the University of Leeds. They are: Mohsan Ahmad, principal dentist…
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The question that dental professionals, dental professional bodies, indemnity providers, patient groups, and the government, within their respective roles, appear to be trying to answer is: ‘What is appropriate cover?’ The answer seems very simple. Appropriate cover should be defined as a non-discretionary, regulated policy of professional liability which covers the dental professional, within the…
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With the NHS in crisis and the cost of living skyrocketing, charity services are facing an increased burden to ‘bridge the gap’ in dental care. How can they adapt to accommodate this strain? The cost of living crisis has brought into sharp focus the plight of those communities most disadvantaged. Within dentistry, we are witnessing…
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Dentistry speaks with Amit Patel about his passion for general dentistry, examining dog’s teeth, and the joy (or pain?) of Crossfit. Please introduce yourself. Hi, I’m Amit Patel, or better known as ‘Amit the Dentist’. It’s a funny experience when I walk around my hometown of Bognor Regis and people shout, ‘that’s my dentist!’. I…
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Night guard manufacture can now be carried out through 3D printing – what impact does this have on the workflow? Night guards are dental appliances designed to protect teeth and restorations from damage caused by bruxism, or teeth grinding. They are typically made of hard or soft acrylic and are custom fitted to a patient’s…
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A new series of webinars from Philips offers dental practices product and skills information to help boost patient services and revenue. Philips has launched a series of education webinars to help practices and patients maximise Philips technologies both in practice and at home. Each webinar, available by request from dental.sales.support@philips.com, is enhanced General Dental Council…
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Clear Dentistry is no stranger to winning awards, but it still feels as surprising and exciting as the first time. Here, we catch up with the winner of Patient Care South East. How does it feel to have won a Private Dentistry Award? It’s always a great feeling to win an award. We had our…
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Align has recently launched its first professional whitening system, which can be used alongside Invisalign treatment. Doctors in the UK trained in the Invisalign system now have access to a professional whitening system with the Opalescence PF whitening formula from Ultradent. The Invisalign Professional Whitening System is optimised for use with Invisalign clear aligners and…
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The new line of oral surgical instruments from Young Innovations promises new features that will make dentists’ lives easier. Young Innovations is an 85-year-old global organisation with a well-established footprint in Europe. The company retails products from Micro Brush and American Eagle along with a host of preventive products. But its newest – and perhaps…
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Deciding whether indirect or direct restorations will be the most effective in posterior teeth can be challenging, but GC has the answer. Direct restorations or indirect restorations? Deciding which is the most clinically effective in posterior teeth is a question clinicians face on a regular basis. Posterior teeth can be restored either way depending on…
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Amy Hansford describes the ‘golden moment’ when a customer recognised her outstanding support, and explains what this meant to her. For Practice Plan regional support manager, Amy Hansford, receiving a message from one of her customers describing her as ‘her rock’ was a truly golden moment. Things had been tough for the customer in question.…
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‘The facial aesthetics industry is here to stay’ – but what could offering facial and body services do for your dental practice? In recent years, the facial aesthetics industry has experienced a surge in popularity. More and more people are seeking treatments to improve their appearance. This trend is evident in the UK, where the…
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We go Beyond the Dental Lab with Chris Golze to discuss what led him to become a dental technician, what motivates him now, and his eclectic film and music tastes. Please introduce yourself and where you work I’m Christian (Sunday name) Golze and I’m a dental technician and director of XSDental Laboratory, based in Doncaster,…
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