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ADA analysis finds tens of thousands of NSW residents face “postcode lottery” for oral health

Editor — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 23:26:35 +0000

Almost 217,000 residents in regional and rural NSW are without fluoridated drinking water, putting their long-term oral health at risk, according to a new analysis by ADA NSW. Fluoridation outages and non-implementation across multiple LGAs mean families in these communities are unfairly disadvantaged by what ADA NSW is calling a “postcode lottery” for children’s teeth. The detrimental […]

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Oral microbes linked to increased risk of pancreatic cancer

Editor — Sun, 21 Sep 2025 23:45:33 +0000

Twenty-seven species of bacteria and fungi among the hundreds that live in people’s mouths have been collectively tied to a 3.5 times greater risk of developing pancreatic cancer, a US study shows. Experts have long observed that those with poor oral health are more vulnerable to pancreatic cancer than those with healthier mouths. More recently, […]

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On top of the world

Editor — Sun, 21 Sep 2025 23:36:21 +0000

Dr Stephen Liew and Samantha Cheetham, two Australians currently in key global leadership roles, admit they don’t want to waste a moment of this opportunity. By John Burfitt History was made in September 2024 when two prominent Australians were appointed to important global dental leadership roles. Dr Stephen Liew was elected as speaker and chair […]

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Paving the way for a dental benefits scheme for older Australians

Editor — Sun, 21 Sep 2025 23:35:48 +0000

There’s consensus on the urgent need for a dental benefits scheme for older Australians, and now a recent pilot project is offering real hope that a viable solution is closer than ever. By Tracey Porter. To aid its push for a government-funded oral health scheme for seniors, the Australian Dental Association (ADA) was recently involved in […]

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ADA scoops FDI sustainability award for environmental responsibility in dentistry

Editor — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 23:40:55 +0000

Earlier this month, FDI World Dental Federation proudly honoured three winners for their leadership and commitment to advancing sustainability in dentistry, among them the Australian Dental Association. At the World Dental Congress in Shanghai, the FDI Sustainability Award was presented to not just the ADA but also Healthpoint Hospital (United Arab Emirates) and Dr Hindol Das (India)—in recognition of their outstanding […]

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Helping general dentists: Restorative capabilities on iTero Lumina™ Intraoral Scanner series

Advertorial — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 01:55:35 +0000

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Mediterranean diet may reduce gum disease

Editor — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 23:44:05 +0000

People living in the UK and following a diet close to the Mediterranean diet are more likely to have better gum health, with potentially lower amounts of gum disease and inflammation. Findings from a King’s College London study—published in the Journal of Periodontology—indicate that people not following a Mediterranean-style diet tended to have more severe gum disease, especially […]

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Australian uni student uncovers hidden threat to oral health

Editor — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 00:27:57 +0000

A Charles Sturt University PhD student has found a simple way to detect a parasite, thought to be a potential cause of gum disease and adult tooth loss, during a routine dental check. The parasite Trichomonas tenax has long been associated with periodontal disease but current tests for the parasite are time-consuming and expensive. Joshua Slattery is […]

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What does a dentist need to do to get ready for practice growth?

Editor — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 00:23:03 +0000

What does a dentist need to do to get ready for practice growth? The experts agree it’s all a matter of timing and taking care of the details. By Josh Jennings Taking on more staff, more chairs, and even more dental practices sounds like a lucrative business move. In theory. In practice, however, there’s a […]

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Chronic kidney disease may be tied to higher risk for tooth loss

Editor — Tue, 09 Sep 2025 22:59:35 +0000

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) appears to be associated with a higher risk of tooth loss, with a higher prevalence of CKD seen among individuals with fewer than 20 teeth, according to researchers in South Korea. As described in a study published in Renal Failure, a team from the Chonnam National University used data from the Korea […]

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Magnetically guided nanobots offer lasting relief for tooth sensitivity

Editor — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 23:41:14 +0000

Researchers in India in collaboration with deep-tech startup Theranautilus have now engineered CalBots—magnetic nanobots that can penetrate deep into dentinal tubules, tiny tunnels in teeth that lead to nerve endings. These CalBots can then form durable seals for worn enamel, offering lasting relief from tooth sensitivity in just one application. The study is published in Advanced Science. The […]

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ATO raises new concerns over superannuation claims for dental procedures

Editor — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 04:37:05 +0000

Dental practitioners are being urged to take note as the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) continues to raise concerns over a growing number of applications for early access to superannuation for dental treatments that do not meet eligibility requirements. The ATO has identified several concerning practices, including inaccurate medical reports, undertaking inadequate patient assessments, recommending high-cost […]

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How dental practice staff can become a practice’s greatest promoters

Editor — Sun, 07 Sep 2025 16:28:44 +0000

Dental practice employees who feel connected, valued and inspired can become a practice’s greatest promoters—and that all comes down to the team culture. By Cameron Cooper It’s often said the greatest asset of any business is its employees, and to underestimate their potential to help grow the practice by the way they talk about it—both […]

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Teens who lose teeth to decay and injury nearly twice as likely to be bullied, study reveals

Editor — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 22:46:01 +0000

Adolescents who lose teeth due to decay or trauma are 42 per cent more likely to be bullied, according to new collaborative research from the University of Sydney and the University of Melbourne. In their study—published in JDR Clinical & Translational Research—the researchers analysed data from 4400 children by following their health outcomes from childhood (eight- to […]

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In-mouth hydrogel releases artificial saliva to treat dry mouth

Editor — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 23:47:57 +0000

US researchers have created a reusable hydrogel that releases artificial saliva over time, which could help provide sustained relief from dry mouth. Their research is published in ACS Applied Polymer Materials. Dry mouth is a condition whereby the salivary glands do not produce enough saliva. Many medications to treat dry mouth boost natural saliva production, but they […]

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Gentle dentistry

Editor — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:02:31 +0000

Dr Henriette Macri-Etienne firmly believes that the gentle dentistry approach and outstanding clinical results go hand in hand. By Frank Leggett Dr Henriette Macri-Etienne is a firm believer and advocate for gentle dentistry. At her practice, Integrated Dental Canberra, she offers a holistic approach that maximises patients’ chances of a calm experience while benefiting from […]

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Hypoxia leads to reduced dental bone formation during orthodontic tooth movement in rats

Editor — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:01:49 +0000

Sustained hypoxia affects orthodontic tooth movement (OTM) by altering osteoclast and osteoblast differentiation, report a Japanese team. Hypoxic conditions resulted in reduced alveolar bone levels after OTM and lower expression of runt-related transcription factor 2 and vascular endothelial growth factor. These findings, observed in a rat model, provide critical insights into the bone remodelling process […]

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Professional Choice Toothpaste 150g

Advertorial — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 23:11:49 +0000

The original teeth whitening toothpaste formulation loved by Australians, White Glo’s Professional Choice was rated the most effective whitening toothpaste by Canstar Blue. With a seal of approval by the Australian Dental Association, this toothpaste was originally developed for actors and models to help maintain a whiter smile. With regular use, this will help restore […]

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Sweet tooth

Editor — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 22:53:38 +0000

Running a Lebanese sweets business allows Leanne Zoghbi, an oral health therapist at Diamond Smiles Dental in Carramar, WA, to share her cultural heritage. “When I was 17 and had just finished high school, I had a passion for my Lebanese culture and Mum had a passion for cooking. Mum made a tray of baclava […]

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Tools of the trade: Kerr Elements IC Obturation Dual System

Editor — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 22:53:30 +0000

by Dr Chintan Patel, 32 Smile Design, Schofields, NSW Traditionally, dentists used the lateral compaction techniques for root canal obturation but for the past 10 years, the modified vertical compaction technique has been widely accepted. The Elements IC obturation system is designed to be used with this technique. What’s good about it This system comes […]

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Tools of the trade: Estelite Posterior

Editor — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 22:53:14 +0000

by Dr Glaphyra Lim, Maison Dental, Hunters Hill, NSW Estelite Posterior is specifically designed for creating dependable restorations in the posterior of the mouth. It has high physical strength and is cured quickly. I use this composite for all my posterior restorations. What’s good about it There are four different shades available but I generally […]

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Tools of the trade: Woodpecker AP-A air polishing system

Editor — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 22:53:03 +0000

by Dr Tony Hsu, The Practice, West End, QLD We purchased the Woodpecker air polisher because some of our patients have sensitive teeth and find it uncomfortable during a clean. We also have a lot of patients whose teeth are stained by coffee, tea and tobacco so we needed something that would remove those stains […]

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Tools of the trade: Matrix Master

Editor — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 22:52:51 +0000

by Dr Jordan Sutherland, Dental Care Smithfield, QLD The Matrix Master is an instrument designed to assist in placing and removing Tofflemire matrix bands. The instrument was developed by Australian dentists and dental students in Queensland. What’s good about it What I really like about this instrument is that it mitigates sharps risks. Previously, I […]

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Shepperson Education: Clinical thinking for a complex world

Advertorial — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 22:51:12 +0000

This article is sponsored content brought to you by Shepperson Education. In a profession increasingly dominated by so much choice in dental education, it’s easy to forget that quality education needs to include the fundamentals of dentistry: care, science, and clinical judgement. Drs Andrea Shepperson and Alistair Graham are helping dentists connect with those principles—offering […]

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Why more dentists are choosing AIA to advance their implantology skills

Advertorial — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 22:51:02 +0000

This article is sponsored content brought to you by the Australasian Implant Academy. Are you a dentist seeking to expand your implantology expertise, build clinical confidence, and take your practice to the next level? At the Australasian Implant Academy (AIA), we’re proud to be the trusted choice for implant courses offering comprehensive theory and hands […]

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