Abstract: This case report describes the successful management of a failing upper right 4567 bridge in a 67-year-old female using advanced digital dentistry techniques. The process involved virtual extraction, CBCT planning, guided surgery, and in-house milling of the final prosthesis. Introduction: The evolution of digital dentistry has revolutionized the way dental procedures are planned and…
Convincing patients that dental treatment is worth spending money on is not a new problem for practices. When an option of ‘do nothing’ is given following a diagnosis, dentists accept that some will make this choice and that cost is often the reason why. The increase in NHS dental charges – up by 8.5% from…
Tooth decay is very common in children, with an estimated 50% of children aged 6-8 having a cavity in at least one of their teeth. Additionally, over half of those aged 12-19 have cavities in permanent teeth. While there are a number of factors which may increase a patient’s chances of developing tooth decay, research…
We can all agree that dentistry is in a constant state of evolution, with clinical techniques, materials and technologies continually being developed for the benefit of the profession and patients. Manufacturers and suppliers are always looking to create new solutions that will fill gaps in the market, cater to the challenges being faced by clinicians,…
Dr Heidi Foster completed the first and second Year Implant-Long Courses with The Campbell Academy – supported by Straumann – in the past couple of years. She reflects on what she has gained from the training: “I had been looking for an implant course for a little while – I wanted an environment I felt…
Interest rates have sustained their skyward trend, reaching highs not seen for over 15 years. The numbers have continued to climb in a bid to tackle inflation, taking mortgage rates with them into the financial stratosphere. The residential property market can be difficult to traverse for self-employed dentists, but it’s worth considering how the rises…
Orthodontic treatment is incredibly popular, with more that 200,000 people seeking treatment in England per year.[i] However, as focus on aesthetics gains more importance for patients in the UK, there is one very clear barrier for patients seeking treatment – traditional braces are considered unattractive.[ii] Because of this, it is important that patients are presented…
RelyX Universal Resin Cement from 3M Oral Care is simple yet powerful. Working either as a standalone, self-adhesive cement or as an adhesive cement when combined with Scotchbond Universal Plus Adhesive from 3M Oral Care, this solution is trusted by clinicians. In fact, it won the Universal Resin category in the Dental Advisor Awards 2023!…
Following a detailed and thorough review, the General Dental Council’s (GDC’s) priorities have been approved by their Council for the next three years in line with the Corporate Strategy 2023-2025. In doing so, this has set the budget and Annual Retention Fee (ARF) for 2024. The ARF for 2024 will be £621 for dentists (a reduction of…
With the unique new Sendoline S3 System you can perform root canal treatments with a reciprocating or rotary movement using the same instruments. Each of Sendoline’s S3 instruments are manufactured in NiTi alloy. The first instrument in the sequence, Sendoline S3 no. 1 with its traditional NiTi alloy ensures good straight-line access. Instruments no. 2 and no. 3, including the additional S3…
The Implantmed unit from W&H is specially designed to enhance precision during dental implant treatment. Implantmed can meet the needs of implantologists by making ease of use a priority. It features an intuitive user interface, wireless foot control, and new pump design. Torque control and thread cutting is automated with Implantmed, facilitating straightforward, effective treatment….
Did you know smiling is good for oral health? It comes to something when you’ve got to be taught to smile again… But that’s what the people of Japan feel they need following the pandemic and three years of enforced mask wearing. According to the Asahi Shimbun newspaper, and reported by Sky News[i] recently, since…
Fixed orthodontic treatments have been a staple of modern dentistry, evolving into sleek, aesthetic and effective solutions. Young patients may be told they need a metal appliance to help manage a mechanical issue, such as an overbite. They may also seek treatment for the aesthetic benefits available. To achieve these changes successfully, young patients need…
Zirconia offers dentists and their patients the unique combination of strength and excellent aesthetics – making at an excellent choice for restorative treatment. However, should there be an issue, it can be challenging to remove or adjust the material. COLTENE offers a wide range of DIATECH Multilayer Diamond instruments, including the DIATECH Z-Rex range. It…
A competitive solution that doesn’t betray A-dec quality. A-dec is thrilled to announce its latest promotion for the UK & Ireland – the A-dec 300 CORE package! This configuration is set to provide dentists with the ultimate combination of functionality and flexibility at a great price point. Designed to enhance patient comfort and practitioner efficiency,…
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