In a clinical trial conducted by a team of researchers from the US and China, stem cells extracted from children’s baby teeth were used to regrow the living tissue in teeth damaged by injury. Around half of children suffer some […]
The Henry Schein Cares Foundation is offering two grants to enable Australian dental professionals to volunteer with a charity that has been working in Tanzania for the last 14 years. The mission of Bridge2Aid, which originated in the UK, is […]
Dental Health Services Victoria is calling for nominations for the 2018 Public Oral Health Awards. The annual Public Oral Health Awards honour the achievements of those who have gone above and beyond to improve Victoria’s oral health and the public […]
Involuntary masseter muscle activity—unnecessary motion of the muscles normally used for chewing—may be linked to periodontitis, according to new research from Japan published in Archives of Oral Biology. Scientists have long investigated the relationship between periodontitis and the activity of […]
On top of their base wage, there’s nothing like paying an annual bonus or providing other benefits to motivate workers to try that bit harder. Marian Edmunds reports incentives for dental staff. When seeking to fill positions or hiring staff at […]
There are various difficulties when you offer discounts or freebies to patients, so what are the alternatives? Rob Johnson reveals eight inexpensive dental marketing campaigns that will win over prospective customers. Dental promotions that work well have two things in common. […]
Staff meetings should be an effective way to share ideas and information, resolve difficulties, and communicate with team members. Here are some simple ways to make yours better. By Frank Leggett A dental practice is a busy place with plenty of […]
Are dentists influenced by gifts and incentives, and should professional codes of conduct be updated to provide clearer guidelines for interactions with patients, colleagues and industry so as to avoid conflicts of interest in dentistry? By Angela Tufvesson Ever accepted […]
There are many social and lifestyle arguments for hitting the road with your skills and equipment but perhaps the most compelling is the growing untapped market for mobile dentistry, writes Sue Nelson. We live in an age when many traditional business models are […]
More women than ever are joining the profession—and changing it for the better, writes Stephanie Osfield When Leonie Clark was studying to become a dentist over 30 years ago, only a quarter of those enrolled in her course were women. […]
Meet the brains behinds two terrific dental innovations—a functional oral health drink and a toothpaste and torch system that highlight areas to watch for decay and gum disease. James Gallaway reports In a queue to pay for fuel at a […]
The Royal Flying Doctor Service received new funding in the Federal Budget to improve dental health in remote communities, but dentists in these mobile dental clinics say working this way is not for everyone. John Burfitt reports When Dr Alice Gubbins started […]
Designing a dental practice that brings in the right clientele involves much more than getting the colour palette just so and choosing the right furniture. Rachel Smith reports If you’re considering revamping your existing dental practice or are designing a brand […]
The Sydney suburb of Erskineville prides itself on being design-savvy with an industrial edge—and Erko Dental fits right in, discovers Kerryn Ramsey. The inner-city Sydney suburb of Erskineville is often referred to as a village due to its community feel, […]
A clear design vision and an effective business model has seen Dr Patrick Dang and Lisa Le grow Pyrmont Dental Health into a three-practice concern in just eight years. Kerryn Ramsey reports One of the biggest frustrations that dentists face is […]
When a Perth dentist decided to create a boutique practice, the first person he turned to for help was his designer brother. Kerryn Ramsey discovers the brotherly bond. ‘‘I have a lot of respect for people who want to own […]
What factors really matter? An overview of Treatment of Extraction Sockets: A New Classification by Prof Ki-Tae Koo Post-extraction management in the past predominantly consisted of “spontaneous healing”, when the socket was simply allowed to heal without intervention. Extraction socket […]
NobelActive is an implant scientifically designed from the ground up for primary stability and tissue preservation, which are essential to the lasting aesthetics that patients demand. Providing the foundation for aesthetics is its underlying beauty, now backed by over a […]
by Dr Keith Hengpoonthana, Newington Dental Care, NSW This is a vital signs monitor similar to what is used in medical hospitals. I offer my patients IV sedation so it’s a compulsory piece of equipment for my practice. It also […]
by Dr Luke Cronin, Quality Dental, North Sydney, NSW This is a dual wavelength soft tissue laser. I’ve been using it for just over 12 months and have had very good results with it. What’s good about it I use […]
Appearing on ABC-TV’s Hard Quiz has seen Dr Theja Surapaneni (of Snell and Aurelio Dental Surgeons in Heidelberg and Miners’ Dental Clinic in Wonthaggi, VIC) being called the most attractive game show contestant of all time. Interview: Frank Leggett “I […]
As a Leader with the Girl Guides, Dr Amanda McCosker of Best St Dental in Wagga Wagga, NSW, helps girls grow into confident, self-respecting, responsible community members. Interview: Frank Leggett “I was only six years old when I joined the […]
It’s been a long and winding road but Dr Harry Marget of East Bentleigh Dental Group in Victoria is about to enjoy pinot noir from his own vineyard. Interview: Frank Leggett “When I was an undergraduate student at Adelaide University doing dentistry, […]
As a breeder for the show ring, the look of a papillon is very important to Dr Jayne McEwan of Colac Dental Practice in Victoria—but it’s their personality that won her heart. Interview: Frank Leggett “I was 10 years old when […]