Dental associates get a 1% pay cut

2017-03-23

Average profits for associate dentists have dropped by almost 1%, from £68,024 in 2015 to £67,389 in 2016. The National Association of Specialist Dental Accountants

FGDP(UK) announces its plans for 2017/18

2017-03-23

The FGDP(UK) has announced its plans for 2017/18, after it decided to become an independent organisation earlier this year. The new plans have been developed

Changing the future of dental practice

2017-03-22

Nigel Jones asks Judith Husband why she believes a move to private dentistry is the only way to improve confidence levels. The NHS Dentistry Insights

Researchers Close to Identifying Crucial Gene for Human Cleft Lip and Palate

2017-03-22

A group of researchers has found that three siblings born with cleft lip and palate share a common gene mutation associated with the birth defect.

Dentsply Sirona opens endodontic suite at NYU College: 3 insights

2017-03-22

Here’s what you should know. 1. The surgical suite has 37 treatment units, intraoral digital X-ray stations, endodontic motors, ultrasonic units, intraoral sensors and a

Has Technology Destroyed the Healing Touch?

2017-03-22

Melvin Konner, PhD, MD, professor of human biology and medical anthropology at Emory University, was quoted in a 2001 Newsweek article titled “The Downside of

Western Dental, Henry Schein & more — 4 dental company key notes

2017-03-22

Orange, Calif.-based Western Dental acquired Irvine, Calif.-based Smile Wide and its 14 related practice. Melville, N.Y.-based Henry Schein sponsored the 11th annual Senior Dental Leaders

Do you prioritise your health?

2017-03-22

Eric Easson says it is crucial that dentists prioritise their own health as well as the health of their patients. Dentistry is often a rewarding

Product Focus: CORE-FLO DC

2017-03-21

A versatile dual-cured core material ideal for core buildups, post cementation, and dentin replacement, ,When Dr. Alex Gerskowitz first tried BISCO’s CORE-FLO DC core material in

Product Focus: eCement

2017-03-21

The all-in-one kit for cementation of lithium disilicate restorations, ,Despite the rise in the use of lithium disilicate (IPS e.max) for anterior and posterior restorations, confusion

Making Medicaid Dental a More Rewarding Experience

2017-03-21

The main barrier is usually that Medicaid programs pay only a fraction of what commercial plans offer. As a result, dentists may feel a compelling

Nobel Biocare Enhances Immediate Solutions for Immediate Patient Needs

2017-03-21

Cologne, Germany, March 21, 2017 Nobel Biocare will display a powerful combination of next-level efficiency and quality at the International Dental Show (IDS) 2017 in