Oral cancer awareness: Study highlights key role of dental teams
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia: Oral cancer constitutes a major front in the global fight against non-communicable diseases, and heightened public awareness of risk factors and cancer types is fundamental to improving treatment outcomes. Underscoring the pronounced regional differences at play, researchers in Saudi Arabia, Syria and Australia have highlighted a notable lack of oral cancer awareness […]
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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. According to recent research from the American Dental Association (ADA), the traditional model of early-career practice ownership is shifting as new generations face different economic realities and career expectations. Still, for […]
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Researchers combine orthopaedic and dental expertise to improve implant longevity
LONDON, Ontario, Canada: Implants—whether in the jaw or the hip—are a vital part of restoring function and quality of life for millions of patients. Despite differences in their applications, orthopaedic and dental implants share similarities in terms of materials, performance expectations and the types of failures clinicians encounter. Yet, research and clinical practice in these […]
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Rethinking dental education with AI
LEIPZIG, Germany: Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming healthcare across disciplines, and dentistry is no exception. While its clinical applications are still being refined, the integration of AI into dental education is fast becoming a priority. A recent wave of studies published in established journals have shed light on the role AI is already playing in […]
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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 its VideaAI platform designed to support the identification of aligner and implant candidates directly from radiographic images. The update aims to assist dental service organisations (DSOs) and independent practices in recognising additional treatment options while improving clinical […]
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New AI platform radically improves detection of early childhood caries
HONG KONG: According to the Global Burden of Disease study, early childhood caries affects approximately 530 million children around the world, making it one of the most prevalent chronic childhood diseases globally. In an attempt to mitigate this public health concern, a collaborative research team from various institutions in China has developed a revolutionary artificial intelligence (AI) […]
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