Double patient volume and revenue with LuxCreo’s 4D Aligner system
Complete Dental Solutions (CDS) is a leading dental practice in Downey in California in US and is a well-established dental practice that I have the privilege to lead. Our practice has a reputation for providing exceptional care and strives to offer comprehensive dental solutions to a broader range of patients. However, like many practices relying […]
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CLEARFIL MAJESTY ES Flow Universal wins research award
ANN ARBOR, Mich., US: Kuraray Noritake Dental recently launched CLEARFIL MAJESTY ES Flow Universal, a flowable composite with a simplified approach to shade matching. Earlier this year, the product received a prestigious award from US-based DENTAL ADVISOR for its convincing in vitro performance. Ideal properties for the anterior and posterior CLEARFIL MAJESTY ES Flow Universal features a […]
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“Patients currently view AI favourably—as a tool that assists rather than replaces the clinical practitioner”
In June, Dental Tribune International reported on an incisive study that explored the perspectives of dental patients on the ever-increasing role played by artificial intelligence (AI) within the dental clinic. The key takeaway from the research was that, in line with general scientific perspectives, patients overwhelmingly viewed AI as a tool that should complement, but never […]
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Hydrogel reservoir delivers artificial saliva to relieve xerostomia
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind., US: Xerostomia is frequently encountered in patients receiving haemodialysis, chemotherapy or radiotherapy and is strongly associated with polypharmacy, a growing concern in ageing populations. Despite a range of available treatments, achieving reliable and long-lasting relief has remained elusive. To address this need, researchers in the US have developed a reusable hydrogel reservoir […]
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Trust AI, the ChatGPT for dentists, raises US$6 million in seed funding
SAN FRANCISCO, US: The migration of myriad dental services on to the cloud is one of the major dimensions of transformation occurring in dentistry. A key part of this move online has been, and will continue to be, the rise of platforms powered by artificial intelligence (AI), capable of instantaneously and accurately analysing visual data […]
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Behind the scenes of the FDIWDC25 scientific programme
As the scientific programme director of the Chinese Stomatological Association (CSA) for the 2025 FDI World Dental Congress (FDIWDC25), Prof. Tianmin Xu has played a central role in shaping what promises to be one of the most comprehensive and dynamic scientific programmes in the history of the congress. In this interview, he shares insights into the development process, his expectations for the event and advice for international attendees. Prof. Tianmin Xu […]
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Report details adhesive-free bonding of metal buttons to aligners
HANOI, Vietnam: Conventional methods for bonding auxiliary buttons in aligner therapy detract from their substantial clinical benefits for elastic traction in cases requiring heavier or more complex forces. Drawbacks include occasional debonding, increased chair time and decreased aligner translucency when resin margins are visible. A recent technical report outlines a novel thermal embedding technique that […]
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Survey exposes systemic failings behind burn-out in dental teams
DUNDEE, Scotland: A landmark UK study has found that stress and burn-out across the dental workforce stem largely from systemic issues, particularly within National Health Service (NHS) dentistry, with some professionals reporting “serious mental health issues, including suicidal ideation”. The authors warn that, without urgent reform, these pressures will continue to damage both staff well-being […]
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New 3D-printed denture solution available in the US
ROCK HILL, S.C., US: 3D Systems has announced the US commercial launch of its NextDent Jetted Denture Solution. The denture system utilises multiple materials in a single printing process to deliver a monolithic prosthesis that is durable and highly aesthetic. Being highly scalable, faster and more cost-effective than traditional methods, the solution presents dental laboratories […]
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Study reveals major gaps in public understanding of dental team and urgent care access
CARDIFF, Wales: A new qualitative study has found that many dental patients in Wales remain unclear about the different roles within National Health Service (NHS) dental teams and how to access urgent dental care and emergency dental services. The findings highlight a pressing need for targeted public education to improve patient confidence, service efficiency and […]
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