Every two years IDS in Cologne showcases the latest in dental technology and points to the future direction of dentistry.About 75 per cent of the products on display this year indulged in high tech manifestations of operative dentistry that were predicated on the ongoing progression of dental dis...

3D printing is still considered to be a possible “game changer”: New treatment methods, new forms of team work, new business models. Dentistry is one of the pioneers. The current opportunities for the practice and laboratory are within grasp – at the International Dental Show, 12 to 16 Marc...

It may come as a surprise, but mental health is closely . Issues such as depression, stress, and anxiety can have an impact on the integrity of your teeth. According to the , almost two-thirds of people diagnosed with depression reported experiencing a toothache, while half of all clinically depr...

The holiday season is upon us, and with its arrival comes all the delectable sweets and goodies that seem much easier to avoid any other time of year. We usually try to be somewhat conscious of our waistlines and practice moderation amid the festivities. Did you know that moderation can benefit d...

Many parents swap Valentine’s Day romance for school parties and Valentine’s Day cards. Unfortunately, this means your son or daughter will likely come home with an abundance of candy. Sweets are fine in moderation, but one candy from each classmate can add up very quickly. Eating too much su...

Health leaders from various disciplines are considering a range of approaches to achieve reductions in sugar content of food and drinks including a human rights approach, regulatory steps, voluntary reformulation of products and smarter communication. At a recent summit on sugar and oral health h...

Spring has officially arrived, and one thing this season is notorious for is cleaning. Most of us have felt the call to get our worlds a little tidier once the flowers begin to blossom. But spring cleaning isn’t just for your home or office, it’s for your teeth, too. Spring cleaning is about ...

The US Department of Health & Human Services stresses that environmental cleaning is a fundamental principle in the prevention of infection in healthcare settings. General standards of hygiene are also applicable to the home care setting in the prevention of diseases and to promote general & oral...

Cosmetic dentistry has the ability to make over a smile and boost confidence. Whether it involves a single treatment or a full-scale smile makeover, cosmetic dentistry can be a life-changing experience for people who are bothered by their smile. You Hide Your Smile If you find yourself hiding you...

In addition to the bloodborne pathogens (BBPs) — human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and hepatitis B and C viruses (HBV and HCV) — other viruses of concern in the dental office include rubella, mumps and measles viruses; the herpes viruses (herpes simplex virus [HSV] types 1 and 2, varicella-z...