Articles

Practice Management

Dental Patient Complaint Management: Response, Resolution and Learning

Create a visible, fair dental complaints process that protects patients, staff, confidentiality and organisational learning.

Dental News

Can Root Canal Sealers Really Strengthen Endodontically Treated Teeth?

Can Your Root Canal Sealer Really Strengthen the Tooth? A systematic review of 24 studies found that obturation may improve the fracture resistance of endodontically treated teeth. Read the whole story.

Dental News

How Much Caries Do We Really Need to Remove? ADA Chairside Guide Puts Selective Caries Removal in Focus

For deep caries, “remove until hard” may no longer be the best default. The ADA now prioritises selective caries removal—but what does that actually mean at the chairside?

Dental News

FDI World Dental Congress opens in Prague, bringing global dentistry together

The FDI World Dental Congress 2026 has officially opened in Prague, bringing more than 6,000 dental professionals from 122 countries and territories together for four days of scientific exchange, professional education and discussion on the future of dentistry. The opening ceremony highlighted the profession’s evolving priorities, from prevention and preservation of natural teeth to the growing role of artificial intelligence and digital technologies in clinical care.

Dental News

FDI World Dental Federation launches Generation Smile, the oral health movement for all

FDI World Dental Congress in Prague, FDI World Dental Federation (FDI) officially unveiled Generation Smile – the oral health movement for all, a new platform for World Oral Health Day (WOHD)

Dental News

Black Stain in Children: Can Probiotics or Lactoferrin Prevent Its Recurrence?

Parents often ask why black stain keeps coming back after professional cleaning. Could probiotics or lactoferrin offer a preventive option?

Dental News

MIH: A New Study Challenges a Long-Suspected Risk Factor

Childhood fever and infections have long been linked to MIH. A recent study challenges this perspective.

Restorative Dentistry

Flowable Composites: Indications, Limitations and Longevity of Modern Materials

An evidence review of conventional, injectable, bulk-fill and self-adhesive flowable composites, including selection, placement, curing, clinical limitations and longevity.

Practice Management

Dental Branding: Positioning, Identity, Trust Signals and Patient Experience

An international, evidence-led framework for positioning a dental clinic, building a credible identity, earning patient trust and aligning brand promises with the care patients actually receive.

Practice Management

Dental Logo Design for Clinics: Clinical Credibility, Distinctiveness and Accessibility

A practical international guide to creating a distinctive, accessible and legally defensible dental logo for signage, websites, uniforms, print and social media.

Coding & Insurance—US

Dental Coding for Veneers, Crowns, Inlays, Onlays and CAD/CAM Restorations

A US guide to coding and documenting indirect restorations and CAD/CAM workflows.

Restorative Dentistry

Stump Shade Selection for Ceramic Restorations: A Clinical Photography and Communication Guide

A detailed evidence-informed clinical guide to stump shade guide, covering indications, selection, technique, limitations, troubleshooting and maintenance.

Periodontics

Chlorhexidine in Dentistry: Indications, Concentrations, Adverse Effects and Alternatives

A detailed evidence-informed clinical guide to chlorhexidine dentistry, including diagnosis, treatment selection, safety, referral and follow-up.

Dental Products & Reviews

Water Flosser vs String Floss: Evidence, Indications and Patient Selection

A detailed evidence-led guide to water flosser vs string floss, covering clinical performance, safety, selection, workflow, cost and maintenance.

Dental News

5 Dental Emergencies People Mishandle — And What to Do Instead

Prosthodontics

Denture Cleansers Compared: Efficacy, Material Compatibility and Patient Instructions

A detailed evidence-informed guide to denture cleaner, covering diagnosis, design, clinical execution, complications and maintenance.

Practice Management

Dental Clinic Lease Negotiation: Clauses, Costs, Compliance and Exit Risks

A detailed decision guide to dental lease negotiation, covering clinical value, economics, compliance, implementation, risk and measurement.

Coding & Insurance—US

Orthodontic Retainer CDT Codes: Replacement, Repair and Documentation

A detailed US-focused guide to orthodontic retainer ADA code, including current-code verification, documentation, claims, denials and compliance.

Coding & Insurance—US

D9310 Consultation Code: Documentation, Coverage and Billing Examples

A detailed US-focused guide to D9310 dental code, including current-code verification, documentation, claims, denials and compliance.

Coding & Insurance—US

D9230 Nitrous Oxide Code: Documentation and Reimbursement Essentials

A US guide to nitrous oxide documentation, monitoring, reimbursement and audit readiness.

Coding & Insurance—US

Medical vs Dental Billing: When Dental Procedures May Qualify for Medical Coverage

A US guide to medical-versus-dental claim decisions, Medicare, coordination and compliance.

Coding & Insurance—US

D6010 Dental Code: Implant Placement Documentation, Billing and Common Claim Errors

A detailed US-focused guide to D6010 dental code, including current-code verification, documentation, claims, denials and compliance.