The Kimbolton Dental Practice introduces the Bedford Dental Academy and some of the courses that it will be running over the next few months. As well as operating as a thriving dental surgery, we also run the Bedford Dental Academy a continuous professional development centre for all the dental team. Continuous professional development is an…

A broken jaw refers to a fracture of the jawbone or mandible, whereas a dislocated jaw is where the lower part of the jaw moves out of position. Both injuries have a variety of causes, including facial trauma. Stretching the jaw too much, such as when yawning or biting, can also cause dislocation. Both of…

Colin Campbell explains that whilst implant dentistry can be a profitable avenue, it’s important to do it in an ethical way. There is no question that people are drawn to implant dentistry because they think it is a profitable avenue in dentistry. In essence I don’t have a significant problem with that as long as…

Diyari Abdah explains how the X-Mind Trium 3D CBCT scanner has helped his practice. There is mounting evidence in the literature in regards to the diagnostic superiority of 3D imaging versus 2D. As a result, many clinicians today are using 3D imaging either by referring their patients to a CBCT-scanning centre or having mobile units…

[embedded content] The Profile Designer Iphysio remains in place throughout the bone and gingival healing process, as well as the impression stage, you can temporise on it, it is only removed at the time you fit the final prosthesis. A three in one patented solution Healing: its anatomic form fully meets with the morphology of…

The gums are soft, fleshy tissue that support and protect the teeth. Gum pain can be a sign of irritation, infection, or injury to the gums and teeth. Gum pain can often be a temporary symptom, but other times a person may require dental treatment to prevent further health complications. In this article, we discuss…

We all have to admit it: for high-quality, modern dental restorations, digital has become the norm. Protocols and workflows have evolved, hinged on new technologies that consider full digital patient analysis and predictability as core concepts. The fast advancements in the digital sector impose changes also within dental practices and laboratories. Zirkonzahn (South Tyrol, Italy),…

Plaque is a soft, sticky film that builds up on the outside of the teeth and along the gum line. A person can often prevent and treat plaque buildup at home. If a person does not practice good dental hygiene, plaque can turn into a hard yellow-brown substance called tartar. When people eat, bacteria in…

Pancreatic cancer is typically an aggressive form of the disease, with a fairly low 5-year survival rate. Diagnosing pancreatic cancer in its early stages could help people receive treatment more quickly, but what kind of test would work best? The specific bacterial abundance on a person’s tongue may indicate the presence of pancreatic cancer. The…

In a new study, researchers have found that a bacterium largely responsible for gum disease also contributes to the development of Alzheimer’s disease. A bacterium involved in gum disease boosts Alzheimer’s toxicity. According to data from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, 8.52 percent of adults between 20 and 64 years of age…