Dental News

Why fewer young dentists own practices—and why that might be changing

CHICAGO, US: Fewer young dentists are buying practices early in their careers—but that does not mean they are abandoning the idea of ownership altogether....

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The power of precision—3M Clarity Precision Grip Attachments

Soon after the mass adoption of clear aligners, it became apparent that a plastic shell did not provide sufficient purchase on the teeth for all movements. ...

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DEXIS announces final countdown to first-ever scanner sweepstakes

DEXIS, a global leader in dental imaging innovation, has announced the final countdown to its highly anticipated VIP Scan Away Sweepstakes. On August 1, one...

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New VideaAI feature identifies aligner and implant candidates from radiographs

BOSTON, US: VideaHealth, a provider of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered dental technology, has introduced OrthoAI and ImplantAI—new features within ...

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Primeprint upgrades set to deliver faster, simpler 3D printing

CHARLOTTE, N.C., US: Primeprint, Dentsply Sirona’s intuitive, automated, medical-grade 3D printing solution, is set to receive an upgrade that will help ...

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DS World Las Vegas 2025 to take place at MGM Grand

LAS VEGAS, US: Dentsply Sirona has announced that its flagship clinical education event, DS World Las Vegas, will be held at the landmark MGM Grand in Las ...

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Depression negatively affects oral microbiome diversity, study finds

NEW YORK, US: Oral diseases and depression are both projected to rise in prevalence over the coming decades, and recent findings suggest the two may be ...

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AAFPRS survey outlines major shifts in facial plastic surgery trends

WASHINGTON, US: The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) has recently released the results of its 2024 annual member ...

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Clinical digital workflows for implant crowns

Single-unit and short-span restorations present clinicians with an excellent opportunity to utilise digital workflows. These high-accuracy appliances ...

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Researchers employ AI to investigate links between oral health and cardiovascular disease

STONY BROOK, N.Y., US: The applicability and efficacy of artificial intelligence (AI) within dentistry appears to be limitless. With each passing day, ...

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Elevate your implant practice at the 2025 AAOMS Dental Implant Conference

Implant dentistry is an expanding field. Ensure your skills are strengthened and that you can manage every appropriate phase of your implant care through a ...

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American Dental Association to end annual SmileCon event after 2025 meeting

The American Dental Association (ADA) has announced that its annual SmileCon conference will hold its final event in October 2025.

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Mark your calendars for the Grand Finale of the Shils Fund Great Oral Health Pitch

The Shils Fund is thrilled to announce the finalists advancing to the Grand Finale of the Shils Fund Great Oral Health Pitch — a dynamic, virtual pitch ...

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Bias in dentistry and how it shapes the way dental professionals care for patients

Bias is an intrinsic aspect of human cognition, and healthcare professionals—including those in dentistry—are not immune to its influence. Understanding...

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Early microbial determinants of peri-implant health discovered in a new study

ANN ARBOR, Mich., US: As the number of dental implants placed globally continues to rise, so too does the clinical significance of understanding ...

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Practice management by “staying informed, flexible and executing with intention”

Dr Elizabeth Himel’s path in dentistry is shaped by heritage and guided by a strong sense of purpose. From taking over her father’s private practice to ...

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Curaden launches Curiosity.space―a digital community for prevention-minded professionals

KRIENS, Switzerland: For decades, dentistry has largely centred on intervention-based care—responding to disease rather than preventing it. However, a ...

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Dykema’s Definitive Conference for DSOs returns to Colorado for 12th annual event this August

The Definitive Conference for DSOs, hosted by Dykema’s DSO Industry Group and now in its 12th year, is headed back to Aurora, Colo., for three ...

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Researchers develop dental floss capable of measuring stress

MEDFORD, Mass., US: Stress can present as a wide range of physical, emotional and social symptoms, such as irritability, headache, anxiety and elevated ...

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European Aligner Society announces first EAS North America Aligner Forum

LONDON, England: After years of hosting leading aligner events across Europe, the European Aligner Society (EAS) will hold its first forum in North America ...

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Dr. Jeff Ottley wraps year as Florida Dental Association president

As his year as president of the Florida Dental Association (FDA) comes to a close, Dr. Jeff Ottley can reflect back on a number of successes, connections ...

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One in four Americans lacks dental insurance, ADA urges wider preventive coverage

CHICAGO, US: Despite growing recognition of the importance of oral health to overall health, access to dental care remains out of reach for millions of ...

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AirFlex aligners: Effortless compliance and predictability

For dental professionals, delivering predictable aligner outcomes continues to be a challenge — especially when patient compliance is inconsistent. Even ...

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Younger generations increasingly vulnerable to online dental misinformation

CHICAGO, US: A new report commissioned by the American Association of Endodontists (AAE) has confirmed rising concerns about the influence of online ...

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Growing social media influence fuels interest in cosmeceuticals

PHILADELPHIA, US: The surge in social media use since the COVID-19 pandemic has increased public scrutiny of personal appearance, driving interest in ...

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Harvard dental graduates celebrate amid uncertainty

BOSTON, US: On 28 and 29 May, hundreds of new graduates of Harvard School of Dental Medicine (HSDM) and Harvard Medical School (HMS), including many newly ...

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ICD Global Oral Health Leadership Institute holds Stakeholders’ Day

FLINT, Mich., US: On 29 April, the International College of Dentists (ICD) hosted its second Stakeholders’ Day, in Boston in the US. The day’s ...

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Children’s dental health imperilled by US fluoride bans

BOSTON, US: Among the countless controversial aspects of Donald Trump’s current tenure as the US president, the commitment by Secretary of Health and ...

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Leadership change at Dentsply Sirona: Garth steps in as CFO

CHARLOTTE, N.C., US: Dentsply Sirona has appointed Matthew E. Garth as executive vice president and chief financial officer (CFO), effective immediately. ...

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Simplifying implant planning and placement in the completely edentulous arch with in-office guide fabrication

Implant planning and placement in the completely edentulous maxilla can present challenges both surgically and prosthetically whether a removable or fixed ...

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Graphy presents Shape Memory Aligner technology at AAO 2025

PHILADELPHIA, US: Graphy, the first company to commercialise directly 3D-printed Shape Memory Aligner (SMA) technology, featured prominently at the 2025 ...

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New natural compound therapy shows promise in managing periodontal disease

PHILADELPHIA, US: Periodontal disease affects nearly 60% of adults over the age of 65 and imposes a considerable burden—medically, psychologically and ...

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American Dental Association, University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine announce first Living Guideline Program in oral health

Oral health care providers and patients will soon receive more frequent, evidence-informed recommendations to advance oral and overall health with the ...

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