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Philips partners with MiSmile network, launches new products and hygienist campaign

BIRMINGHAM, UK: In partnership with clear aligner provider Align Technology, MiSmile has helped dentists in the UK to successfully integrate Invisalign ...

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Implant restoration receives major update from Nobel Biocare

BIRMINGHAM, UK: Nobel Biocare has introduced its On1 restorative concept to the UK market this morning at the Dentistry Show in Birmingham. More than just a...

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Martina Hingis wins with CURAPROX

Martina Hingis is on everybody’s lips—as CURAPROX’s global ambassador. The Swiss tennis player has been brand ambassador since the ...

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MDDUS chief criticises government over personal injury claims rate change

LONDON, UK: The CEO of the Medical and Dental Defence Union of Scotland (MDDUS), Chris Kenny, has criticised the government again over its decision to ...

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Dentists receive new tool to combat enamel erosion

LONDON, UK: Teeth in this day and age are constantly under attack. While sugar has been considered to do the most harm to our pearly whites, a new concern ...

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King’s Dental Institute appoints Barts professor as new executive dean

LONDON, UK: Prof. Mike Curtis from Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry at Queen Mary University of London has been appointed new Executive...

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Align kicks off new global brand identity campaign for Invisalign

LONDON, UK: Align Technology has launched a new global brand identity and advertising campaign for its Invisalign clear aligners. Named Made to Move, it is ...

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Dentistry Show celebrates a decade of dental innovation and learning

BIRMINGHAM, UK: Providing an ever-growing platform for learning and exchange of knowledge between the industry and professionals, the Dentistry Show and ...

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British dentist known as “World’s fittest old-age pensioner” dies at age 97

LONDON, UK: Most people of advanced age tend to prefer activities like gardening or watching TV. Not Dr Charles Eugster; just last year, the 97-year-old ...

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What would Dr Mo Lar do? Part 4

Over the course of this series, the 4dentists group will explore ways to tackle a number of personal and professional challenges by providing advice and ...

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Webinar to demonstrate how Invisalign Go can improve smiles

LONDON, UK: In 1999, Align Technology debuted Invisalign, an aesthetic tooth straightening system that is barely visible. Last year saw the company launch ...

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Company director of London dental practice disqualified

LONDON, UK: The UK’s Insolvency Service in London has announced its disqualification of the director of a London-based dental clinic. India-born Dr ...

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Dental phobia greatly affects patient’s oral health and quality of life

LONDON, UK: One in three adults in the UK are estimated to have a persistent fear of going to the dentist. The fact that the phobia can lead to more active ...

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What would Dr Mo Lar do? Part 3

Over the course of this 11-part series, the 4dentist group will explore ways to tackle a number of personal and professional challenges by providing advice ...

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Public satisfaction with NHS dentistry at 20-year high

LONDON, UK: People’s satisfaction with dental care provided by the National Health Service (NHS) has risen further in recent years, as shown in the ...

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Goodwill decreases owing to uncertainty in practice sales market

KESWICK, UK: Despite a drop back in the average of goodwill as a percentage of fee income, both NHS and mixed practices have continued to attract a ...

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Nano-coating effective in reducing peri-implantitis risk

PLYMOUTH, UK: Investigating the effect of a new approach using a combination of silver, titanium dioxide and hydroxyapatite (HA) nano-coatings on the ...

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Webinar: How to prevent and address occupational back and neck pain

LEIPZIG, Germany: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders are an increasing problem in the dental profession. A new free webinar, to be presented by the ...

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What would Dr Mo Lar do? Part I

As a dentist, you will be presented with a number of challenges in your personal and professional life, from the minute that you become a dental student ...

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New device detects bacteria during root canal treatment

LONDON, UK: A new method of detecting bacteria during root canal therapy could eradicate the need for follow-up appointments and prevent treatment failure, ...

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Eurostat figures add to concerns over shortages after Brexit

LUXEMBOURG: Despite some growth in the overall dental workforce within the last five years, the UK still has one of the lowest ratios of dentists per capita...

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Interview: "With more females entering the dental profession, changes will be evident"

More women are expected to graduate in dentistry in the UK than men in the years to come. With a larger share of female dentists in the overall workforce, ...

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Webinar introduces tooth straightening method for GDPs

LEIPZIG, Germany: Did you know that 75 per cent of your patients could benefit from a smile improvement? A new webinar, presented by the Dental Tribune ...

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Breath test could help detect stomach and oesophageal cancer

LONDON, UK/AMSTERDAM, Netherlands: A test that measures the levels of five chemicals in the breath has shown promising results for the detection of cancers ...

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New research targets disease-causing oral bacteria

BRISTOL, UK: When oral bacteria spread to other tissues via the bloodstream, the results can be catastrophic. Researchers have now discovered a potentially ...

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GDC announces reappointment of Moyes

LONDON, UK: The Privy Council of the General Dental Council (GDC) has approved the appointment of William (Bill) Moyes as chair for another term. He will ...

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Bupa announces acquisition of Oasis complete

LONDON, UK: The acquisition of the Oasis Healthcare Group has been completed, the Bupa health care group has said. The news comes after the European ...

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Sugar and lack of dental care cause poor oral health of nursing home patients

DUBLIN, Ireland: An unregulated use of fortified high-sugar food supplements is causing untold damage to the oral health of thousands of nursing home ...

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Irish dentists warn of potential dangers of dental infection

DUBLIN, Ireland: The Irish Dental Association (IDA) has urged people to prioritise their oral health and not to ignore dental pain, gingival infection or ...

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Interview: “We need to establish patient-centred care in all practices”

As a practising dental implantologist in southern England, Dr Kashif Hafeez regularly speaks on clinical governance and the concept of patient-centred care ...

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