The UK’s new Minister for Science, Innovation and Technology, Peter Kyle, has taken a progressive approach to artificial intelligence (AI) technology, aiming to integrate AI into government operations and encourage its use in civil servants’ frontline work.[i] This points to the potential for innovation in this area for the UK. However, this comes with a…
RPA Dental has 50 years of experience providing dental practices with the most stylish, innovative and effective equipment available on the market. Among the many solutions offered, are a superb set of dental chairs from around the world that provide excellent quality to suit every practice. Within the carefully selected dental unit range, Castellini provides…
Dentsply Sirona is committed to delivering solutions for customers that advance dentistry for the best patient outcomes. As digital technologies and workflows transform modern dentistry, dental professionals need high quality clinical education to empower them to advance with confidence by leveraging the digital transformation to benefit the patient experience, as well as for practice management….
There are multiple factors which can increase patients’ risk of oral cancer, including alcohol intake, tobacco use, and HPV status. As such, when you spot an unusual lesion, it can be very helpful to conduct a pre-diagnostic test to help establish whether it is likely to be oral cancer. The BeVigilant™ OraFusion™ System from Vigilant…
November sees the publication of an important and essential book for primary healthcare providers wanting to navigate the challenges of the climate crisis. Entitled Environmentally Sustainable Primary Care, it has been written by around 30 experts and has a substantial section on dentistry. The book examines the role and responsibility of primary care, covering the impact…
The main functions of root canal sealers are sealing off of voids, forming a bond between the core of the filling material and the root canal wall, and acting as a lubricant while facilitating the placement of the filling core and entombing any remaining bacteria.[i] Several types of sealers are available, which vary in formulation and…
Provide chairside diagnosis with accuracy thanks to the Xios Supreme AE from Clark Dental. The experienced team at Clark Dental understands the importance of speed and accuracy in the dental practice. That’s why they provide the system that offers excellent image quality and the ability to view images immediately on your computer screen. The Xios…
Henry Schein Dental UK together with Optident, a Henry Schein company, are pleased to announce the introduction of the FKG product portfolio in the UK. FKG is a Swiss manufacturer of endodontic files and supplies with a track record of more than 90 years. FKG products are designed with a focus on quality and innovation…
The membership opportunities offered by the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD) include access to educational material, expert mentorship and support, and the chance to attend major events, such as this year’s Annual Conference. Hosted by some of the leading practitioners in cosmetic dentistry, the BACD Annual Conference 2024 promises to be an exceptional birthday…
Chair of the ADI/Osteology Foundation Masterclass: Soft Tissue Regeneration, Professor Nikos Donos offers some insight into what delegates can expect from the highly anticipated event this November: “Soft tissue regeneration is a procedure that practitioners involved in implant dentistry and augmentative procedures – will have to provide to their patients.” “For this Masterclass, the aim…
Dental Protection has welcomed steps taken by NHS England to ensure sexual misconduct in the workplace is recognised, reported and acted on, and that staff affected feel supported. The new NHS England policy and framework, published on 16 October, includes an option of reporting sexual abuse through an anonymous form for those who feel uncomfortable…
The NHS recommends that patients brush their teeth thoroughly with a fluoride toothpaste to effectively prevent tooth decay.[i] However, with many options available on the market containing varying levels of fluoride, it’s essential that clinicians are able to recommend the right solution for each patient, and understand the benefits and risks associated with it. Fluoride…
Dental implantation is a long-practiced treatment for restoring function and aesthetics to the oral cavity, dating back to ancient times. For the treatment to work, a surviving implant must remain in the bone, be stable, and be functionally successful.[i] Despite being effective as a treatment for edentulism, implant failure can occur in either short-term or…
Dental Elite supports clients through all aspects of their dental practice purchase, providing bespoke services to suit experienced buyers, as well as individuals just entering the market. As Dr Sukhvir Aujla recently said of his purchase: “The team are very approachable – especially Luke Shelton, who always answered my calls, and called back even if…
3M Health Care is now Solventum. Learn how we enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives at solventum.com. Solventum’s award-winning dental materials* are designed to maximise patient satisfaction and practice efficiency, whether you deliver restorative or orthodontic care. We understand that dental professionals need more than reliable products, which is why Solventum offers support…
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