Dentistry

Tiny robots used to treat sensitive teeth

Magnetic nanobots – microscopic robots that penetrate deep into the dentinal tubules – have been designed to combat tooth sensitivity.…

AI & technology

Not all dentine hypersensitivity solutions are equal

Colgate discusses screening, diagnosing and treating dentine hypersensitivity, plus the best products to address it. Dentine hypersensitivity (DHS): a chronic…

Dentistry

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Flashing gum shields rolled out to flag head trauma in Women’s Rugby World Cup

New LED gum shields, which glow red after a heavy impact, will be introduced at the rugby Women’s World Cup…

Dentistry

Are your handpieces an investment or just a commodity?

KaVo handpieces are an investment in your future as well as the future of the planet – here’s why… In…

Dentistry

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Dentist struck off for forging patient complaints against colleagues

A dentist has been erased from the GDC register for submitting fake patient complaints as part of fitness to practise…

Dentistry

NHS tie-in for new graduates: a fair policy or desperation?

Neel Kothari asks if the proposed NHS tie-in for dentistry graduates is fair and if it will work in practice.…

Columnists

High praise for clear aligner’s multidisciplinary power

For practice owner and general dental practitioner Sanaa Kader, clear aligner treatment is not just about straightening teeth – but…

Dentistry

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MPS Foundation funds vital global research into dentist wellbeing

Dental Protection introduces the Thrive at Work project, which will promote mental health and wellbeing in dental professionals worldwide. The…

Dentistry

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Dental industry to take on Mount Snowdon for charity

More than 100 senior figures from across the dental industry will take on a charity climb of Mount Snowdon this…

Dentistry

Becoming an award-winning clinician and educator by 30

Best Young Dentist at the Dentistry Awards 2024, Wiktor Pietraszewski shares his journey to award-winning clinical skills and developing a…

Dentistry

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…

Dentistry

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…

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NHS dental reforms unpacked…with Nigel Jones

Join Nigel Jones live on 14 August at 1pm as he discusses the latest NHS dental reforms and what this…

Dentistry

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…

Dentistry

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…

Dentistry

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Waiting times for community dentistry are ‘unacceptable’, says expert

NHS England has issued new guidance to ensure that data is collected at national level on waiting times for assessment and treatment…

Dentistry

The sparking relaunch of Philips Zoom!

Philips Zoom! marked a confident new chapter in professional whitening at its recent relaunch event. A warm summer’s evening set…

Dentistry

Dentistry’s guide to electric toothbrushes

Electric toothbrushes are now more popular than manual toothbrushes. A survey by the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities found…

Dentistry

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…

Aesthetic dentistry