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New study highlights the environmental impacts of patient sedation

LEEDS, England: Dentistry is a significant contributor to carbon emissions, and in the UK, dental services provided through the National Health Service ...

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UK researchers identify bacteria capable of destroying head and neck cancer

LONDON, England: Treatment of head and neck cancer is notoriously complex, and only few advances have been made in the last 20 years. Last month, however, ...

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New study urges NHS to address widening disparities in access to dental care

LEEDS, England: A new study exploring the disparities in access to National Health Service (NHS) dental care across different neighbourhoods in England has ...

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Study finds UK sugar reduction policies have been only partially successful

LONDON, UK: The government of the United Kingdom and Great Britain and Northern Ireland has made headlines over the past decade for policies focused on ...

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Northern Ireland exempt from EU dental amalgam ban

BELFAST, Northern Ireland: Earlier this year, the European Parliament voted in favour of a total phase-out of dental amalgam from 1 January 2025. This ...

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Dental group to take on 12,000 Scottish NHS patients

GLASGOW, Scotland: As announced in the June issue of BDJ Team, Scottish dental group Clyde Munro will be taking on new National Health Service (NHS) ...

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CAD/CAM NobelProcera: “It is a very stable and well-tested solution for us”

Dr Ian Lane has more than 20 years of experience as a clinician at Queensway Dental Clinic in the UK under his belt. In this interview, he outlines the ...

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Stop the rot? How the new British government plans to rescue NHS dentistry

LONDON, UK: After its recent landslide victory in the UK general election held on 4 July, the new Labour government has placed dentistry high on its list of...

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Research suggests UK government can help dentists help hungry patients

More than 11 million people in the United Kingdom, have reported food insecurity over a 12 month period according to The Trussel Trust. Dental clinicians ...

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Study raises awareness to mitigate diagnostic overshadowing in vulnerable patients in dentistry

LONDON, UK: A recent UK study has pointed to the need for education and awareness in dental teams to avoid diagnostic overshadowing—misattributing ...

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Recruitment, retention and remuneration in dental offices

Recruitment, retention and remuneration have recently become a pressing matter in many dental practices in the UK. In this article, I will discuss ...

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Guided implant placement and restoration: A comprehensive approach

The evolution of digital dentistry has revolutionised the way dental procedures are planned and executed. This case highlights the integration of various ...

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Solventum launches Clarity Aligners in the UK

LONDON, UK: Solventum, formerly 3M Health Care, recently launched 3M Clarity Aligners to the UK market. The launch event was held at Frameless, an immersive...

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Emotional rollercoaster: Study examines tooth loss and removable denture use

SHEFFIELD, UK: In a first-of-its-kind study, researchers from the University of Sheffield have investigated patients’ emotional challenges in being ...

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Dentists discover their digital selves at 3Shape Discover

COPENHAGEN, Denmark: Digital dental technologies are changing daily dental practice. On 6 June, dental technology specialist 3Shape hosted 3Shape Discover,...

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Using phased personalised care plans to manage root caries, especially among older people

As restorative dentistry shifts focus from core operative procedures to individual patient needs and values, the demand for holistic patient care for ...

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UK to review guidelines on infective endocarditis prevention

LONDON, UK: Earlier this year, researchers from the University of Sheffield confirmed that dental patients at high risk of infective endocarditis (IE) ...

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Eco-friendly dentistry: “The best time to start was yesterday. The next best time is now.”

Procurement, waste generation and water management are three major categories where dental practices could potentially become more sustainable. This is in ...

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UK’s largest dental faculty releases manifesto aimed at combating the deepening oral care crisis

EDINBURGH, Scotland: As access to publicly funded dental healthcare continues to deteriorate for many people across the UK, the Faculty of Dental Surgery of...

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UnionTech empowers dentistry with the latest dental 3D-printing solutions

BIRMINGHAM, UK: Held at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham on 17 and 18 May, Dental Technology Showcase 2024 attracted both local and ...

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Elevate your practice with 3Shape Discover 2024

COPENHAGEN, Denmark: As the realm of digital dentistry continues to evolve, offering unprecedented opportunities for enhanced patient care and practice ...

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Research shows minimally invasive non-surgical treatment effective for intra-bony defects

LONDON, UK: Despite improvements in treatments, intra-bony defects are associated with progression of periodontal disease and tooth loss unless they are ...

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British Dental Conference & Dentistry Show kicks off in Birmingham

BIRMINGHAM, UK: The British Dental Conference & Dentistry Show (BDCDS) has returned to the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham, promising an ...

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The future of artificial intelligence in the dental landscape

I will be speaking on the topic of artificial intelligence (AI) and dentistry at the British Dental Conference & Dentistry Show (BDCDS) in Birmingham, ...

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“Sharing one’s problems is key to alleviating stress”

Over the past four decades, I have dealt with many stressful situations. A complaint from the National Health Service in my first year of practice, ...

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“Aligners have shortcomings, but using the right aligner foam helps”

The advent of clear aligners, digital scanners, 3D printing and artificial intelligence is transforming orthodontics. These technologies offer patients a ...

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Ireland to have its first community-based dental school

DUBLIN, Ireland: Many individuals in Ireland who have difficulty in getting a National Health Service (NHS) dental appointment today will remember a time ...

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Osstem-Hiossen Meeting in Europe 2024 to be held in London

LONDON, UK: The 2024 Osstem-Hiossen Meeting in Europe will be held in London on 22 and 23 November at the iconic Wembley Stadium. Over 16 world-class ...

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Unlock the potential of digital dentistry at 3Shape Discover 2024 virtual event

The latest trends in digital dentistry are setting new standards in oral care, and this year, new advancements will push the envelope even further. To ...

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E-scooters: A new source of dental trauma

BIRMINGHAM, UK: Since their introduction a few years ago, electric scooters have continued to gain popularity in urban mobility worldwide. Alongside this ...

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