Global oral health tops agenda at FDI World Dental Congress in Singapore

Global oral health tops agenda at FDI World Dental Congress in Singapore

Singapore: Members of the global dental community are once again meeting for the annual World Dental Congress, held this year at the Suntec Convention Centre in Singapore. Organised by the FDI World Dental Federation and the Singapore Dental Association, the congress takes place from 2 to 5 September and is estimated to attract more than 10 000 participants from around the world.
Unlocking the potential of stem cells in teeth

Unlocking the potential of stem cells in teeth

When David James, a cosmetic dentist from Chester, Cheshire, first came across the concept of harvesting and storing stem cells from deciduous teeth on the internet, he had no idea that only a short while later, he would become the CEO of BioEDEN Limited, a European stem cell bank.
Case series proves MTA is superior long-term sealant

Case series proves MTA is superior long-term sealant

Italy: Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) is highly regarded and widely used in endodontics to seal perforations because of its biocompatibility and sealability. A new series of case studies, conducted at the Department of Endodontics at the University of Florence, proves the long term sucess of furcal perforations sealed with MTA. 
Smoking cessation: the role of dentists

Smoking cessation: the role of dentists

Australia:The effectiveness dentists helping patients to quit smoking is not conclusively established. A study at the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Sydney investigated whether graphic images of mouth and throat cancer in a national anti-smoking campaign would create a higher demand for help and advice at dental practices. 
In pursuit of the perfect fit

In pursuit of the perfect fit

Germany: Researchers from the Fraunhofer Institute for Mechanics of Materials (IWM) in Freiburg have discovered a way to simulate the tension created by shrinkage after curing of filling material in dental restorations. Research assistant, Dr Christof Koplin explains: “Until now, it has not been possible to establish a theoretical model of the hardening process. The tension occurring in the material always depends on the shape of the cavity, and can vary widely by a factor of up to ten, particularly at the edges.”
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