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Results of cleft lip/palate and maternal metabolism study surprise researchers

Last month, Dental Tribune International (DTI) covered a new study on how lipid metabolism and maternal weight influence orofacial cleft (OFC) risk in ...

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Utilising R-SWEEPS laser-assisted irrigation for the treatment of chronic periapical periodontitis

A 48-year-old female patient was referred to our clinic owing to a defective amalgam restoration on tooth #46. She had spontaneous acute pain in the area of...

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Divine dental: Meeting the oral healthcare needs of Malaysian Hajj pilgrims

MECCA, Saudi Arabia: Every year, over 30,000 Malaysian Muslims travel to Mecca to perform the Hajj, a pilgrimage that constitutes a central pillar of the ...

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Curaden Academy unveils transformative potential of justice in oral health interventions at ISDH 2024

SEOUL, South Korea: This year’s International Symposium on Dental Hygiene (ISDH) highlights the central role of dental hygienists in optimising oral ...

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ISDH puts dental hygienists at the centre of oral health

SEOUL, South Korea: This year, the International Symposium on Dental Hygiene (ISDH) has brought dental professionals specialising in dental hygiene from ...

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Leading oral hygienist advocates for a more inclusive and diverse dental industry

The International Symposium on Dental Hygiene (ISDH) 2024 kicks off today in Seoul with a plenary session by Dr JoAnn Gurenlian, the director of education, ...

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Exploring the hidden factors behind oral health behaviours at ISDH 2024

The final day of this year’s International Symposium on Dental Hygiene (ISDH), will start with a fascinating plenary session featuring Prof. Nam-Hee Kim ...

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Don’t take your work on holiday

TOKYO, Japan: Leaving work at work, unplugging your mind from the dental office is not rocket science—provided that high-quality dental materials are ...

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Lipid metabolism and maternal weight influence orofacial cleft risk in infants

KHON KAEN, Thailand: Orofacial clefts (OFCs) occur at a slightly higher rate in Asia than elsewhere—1.6 cases per 1,000 live births compared with one in...

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The grass is greener: Under increasing economic pressure, Hong Kong residents seek dental care elsewhere

HONG KONG: Facing some of the highest private healthcare costs in the world, due to high labour costs, limited public dental services and restricted ...

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Sino-Dental 2024 showcases global innovations in dentistry

BEIJING, China: Yesterday, Sino-Dental 2024 opened its doors to the global dental community. Being hosted at the China National Convention Center in ...

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SIDEX 2024 set to engage global dental community

SEOUL, South Korea: The Seoul International Dental Exhibition and Scientific Congress (SIDEX) is one of South Korea’s premier dental events and will be ...

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ITI World Symposium 2024 attracts more than 5,000 attendees

SINGAPORE: The seven-year wait since the last on-site International Team for Implantology (ITI) World Symposium has finally come to an end. The 2024 edition...

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Treating periodontal disease reduces atrial fibrillation recurrence

HIGASHIHIROSHIMA, Japan: Although periodontitis is not currently considered a modifiable risk factor for atrial fibrillation (AF), a recent study has ...

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IDEM 2024 delivers on “Exceptional Dentistry: Techniques, Technologies and Trends”

SINGAPORE: The highly anticipated 13th International Dental Exhibition and Meeting (IDEM 2024) concluded on 21 April at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and ...

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Osstem Implant expands charity initiatives across Asia

SEOUL, South Korea: As a global dental company, Osstem Implant is dedicated to practising shared management. The company works closely with South Korean ...

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“IDEM is putting scientific advancements in dentistry front and centre this year”

A unique highlight of the conference programme, Drs David and Davey Alleman held the Singapore Dental Association Masterclass on the six lessons approach to...

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Discover the future of orthodontic and restorative care at IDEM Singapore

SINGAPORE: The first software of its kind, Invisalign Smile Architect combines planning for orthodontic and restorative care in a single platform, ...

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“IDEM stands out from other shows with its unparalleled focus on fostering innovation, collaboration and education”

Mathias Küpper is managing director and vice president for Asia Pacific at Koelnmesse, one of the IDEM organisers. In this interview with Dental Tribune ...

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“Dental surgeons have an important role to play in identifying patients at risk of OSA”

Combining her expertise in both oral and maxillofacial surgery with sleep medicine, Dr Mei Hui Tan’s presentation at IDEM 2024 offered clinicians the ...

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This mouthwash protects your patients in three ways

SINGAPORE: Curaprox’s Perio plus regenerate belongs to a new generation of chlorhexidine-based mouthwashes that employ a unique blend of additives. It ...

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“I anticipate dental clinics being redesigned to optimise ergonomics”

The first Indian dentist certified in zero concept dental ergonomics, Dr Lisha Jain is set to share invaluable insights on transforming dental practices for...

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Asia Pacific’s digital dentistry renaissance

In the 1980s, Dr François Duret pioneered the integration of CAD/CAM technology into dentistry, introducing the revolutionary CEREC system. This marked the...

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Asia is booming and Europe is lagging behind

Asia’s trade show industry is experiencing robust growth, IDEM Singapore serving as a prime illustration of this internal dynamic. While stalwart events ...

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Researcher from Singapore offers guidance for treating elderly dental patients

SINGAPORE: Culture meets science in a recent study by oral health researchers in Singapore. The findings indicate that, in Singapore, clinicians need to ...

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Smartee’s new S8 clear aligners correct severe Class II malocclusion

SHANGHAI, China: Severe Class II malocclusion with skeletal components is difficult to treat with conventional orthodontic appliances owing to their ...

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“The UltraGLOSS printing technique is an absolute winner”

As a certified dental technician, I have worked in, managed and owned several laboratories around the world. This has exposed me to many different analogue,...

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EvoDent D300: New fully automated dental 3D printer unveiled at Dental South China

GUANGZHOU, China: From 3 to 6 March, UnionTech, an experienced global leader in stereolithography, made a significant appearance with its new fully ...

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Impact of China’s volume-based procurement on the Asia Pacific dental implant market

BEIJING, China: The Chinese government introduced a volume-based procurement (VBP) policy in November 2018 in the pharmaceutical industry, and this was ...

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Department of Tourism Philippines updates dental tourism guidelines

MANILA, Philippines: The Department of Tourism (DoT) of Philippines has issued its latest guidelines on dental tourism. In a memorandum, Tourism Secretary ...

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Maxillary full-arch implant-supported rehabilitation with a digital workflow: Two-year follow-up

Complete edentulism is an irreversible condition that is a known marker of disease burden for oral health.1 Edentulism significantly influences both oral ...

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“Magic of leading digital dentistry”: 2024 Osstem World Meeting in Seoul

SEOUL, South Korea: Osstem Implant is extending a cordial invitation to over 1,500 dentists from 30 countries for the 2024 Osstem World Meeting, a global ...

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Dental hygienists from around the globe gather in Seoul for ISDH 2024

SEOUL, South Korea: The 2024 International Symposium on Dental Hygiene (ISDH), held under the auspices of the International Federation of Dental Hygienists ...

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Most Indonesians do not brush their teeth correctly

JAKARTA, Indonesia: Despite the importance of proper tooth brushing in preventing oral and dental health problems, most Indonesians do not brush their teeth...

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Excitement builds as IDEM 2024 emerges as the pinnacle event in dental innovation for Asia Pacific

SINGAPORE: This year’s International Dental Exhibition and Meeting (IDEM), the leading dental exhibition and conference in Asia Pacific, is poised to ...

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Macrolide-based molecules drive bone regeneration

NIIGATA, Japan/PHILADELPHIA, US: Ageing is known to increase people’s susceptibility to chronic inflammatory bone loss disorders, including periodontal ...

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