Dental Equipment

Eco-friendly flossing device launches

New to the dental market in 2023, Friendly Floss is a stainless-steel flossing device for those who care about oral hygiene and the environment. It’s the brainchild of Giles and Leslie Edwards,...

Sterile air in practice – why does it matter?

Michael George explains the role of the air compressor.

Overcoming challenges when providing crowns

Nicolas Coomber discusses the importance of treatment planning.

Dental equipment that destroys viruses

To meet the evolving disinfection and decontamination needs of dental professionals since the pandemic, a team of Lithuanian researchers have developed three innovative new pieces of equipment.

A must for endodontic treatments

Nicolas Coomber discusses the importance of a rubber dam.

The newest addition

Nicky Steadman explores the benefits of a new line of autoclaves.

Digital dental laboratory expands into the UK

Corus, the leading digital dental laboratory group in Europe, has integrated Byrnes Dental Laboratory, the UK reference in this field. With this addition, Corus enters into a new market to further...

Study reveals best imaging method for identifying tooth decay

A study published in the Journal of Biomedical Optics (JBO) evaluated imaging methods for detecting active tooth decay.  

Scaffold improves implant healing

University of Buffalo researchers have created a strontium-loaded scaffold which can be modified to fit any dental implant.

Setting young patients up for life

Kate Scheer considers the challenges of treating children.

Needle-free dental anaesthesia

Researchers are literally taking the pain out of visits to the dentist after the successful creation and pilot trial of a needle-free device for dental anaesthesia for teeth extractions.

A gel to save your gums!

A new topical gel has been developed which changes the makeup of bacteria in the mouth, in turn suppressing inflammation and halting gum disease.