Indonesia’s teledentistry drive improves oral hygiene but not self-confidence in oral care
JAKARTA, Indonesia: A large-scale teledentistry initiative in Indonesia has helped people brush more frequently and improved oral health awareness, according to new research. However, the study warns that digital consultations alone may not be enough to boost individuals’ confidence in managing their own oral health or to sustain long-term oral health improvements. Conceived and undertaken […]
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OrthoFX announces a new AirFlex feature for optimising aligner therapy
FREMONT, Calif., US: For many orthodontists, obtaining optimal tooth alignment and managing final detailing are persistent challenges in aligner therapy. These critical movements, conventionally resolved using finishing wires in fixed appliance therapy, are the focus of the new PrecisionFinish feature recently introduced to OrthoFX’s AirFlex aligner system. The PrecisionFinish feature is designed to deliver greater […]
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Midas: The 3D printer that transforms the analogue dentist into a digital workflow protagonist
This is not just another article about 3D printing. It is a practical, clinically grounded reflection on how the Midas 3D printer (SprintRay) has overcome one of the most persistent barriers in modern dentistry: the divide between traditional analogue practice and the digital realm. Fig. 2 Thanks to a closed, automated and intuitive ecosystem, Midas […]
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Implants Symposium 2025 to explore advances in oral implantology
On 17 October, the DT Study Club will host the Implants Symposium, a free-of-charge online event dedicated to the latest developments in oral implantology. The event is part of a new series of online educational events focused on key areas of dental specialisation, and the programme will feature expert-led sessions covering surgical techniques, prosthetic solutions, […]
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SprintRay acquires EnvisionTEC dental product portfolio
LOS ANGELES, US: SprintRay, the global leader in dental 3D printing, has announced the acquisition of the EnvisionTEC/ETEC (formerly part of Desktop Health) portfolio of dental products, including patents, trademarks, inventory and other intellectual property related to its dental materials and 3D-printing technologies. This strategic move underscores SprintRay’s unwavering focus on dentistry and reinforces its […]
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Final chapter of World Oral Health Day to be launched at FDIWDC25
SHANGHAI, China: The launch of the campaign for World Oral Health Day (WOHD) 2026 will take place during the 2025 FDI World Dental Congress (FDIWDC25), marking the final year of the powerful three-year awareness campaign theme “A happy mouth is …”. The 2026 theme will highlight the essential role oral health plays in overall well-being […]
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Combination of a distaliser and aligners for Class II correction
The distalisation of the maxillary posterior teeth is limited to approximately 2 mm when treated solely with aligners.1–3 This often results in dental side effects such as tipping and anchorage loss, leading to proclination of the anterior teeth.4, 5 Additionally, the success of treatment is highly dependent on patient compliance, particularly when using intermaxillary elastics. Figs. 1a–h: […]
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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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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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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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