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Prosthodontics

Steps in Impressions for Inlays and Onlays

This article presents a step by step guide to the impression procedure for inlays and onlays, covering material selection, tissue management, the syringe wash technique, quality evaluation, and provisional restoration. A comprehensive flowchart at the end summarises the entire clinical sequence.

Preventive & Community Dentistry

Can Passive Smoking Affect Your Patient’s Teeth?

Can secondhand smoke affect oral health even in people who never smoke? This study suggests passive tobacco exposure may still be linked to greater tooth loss.

Endodontics

Which Rotary File Cleans the Canal Better? A Comparison of Three NiTi Systems

Prosthodontics

Impression Armamentarium in Dentistry From Conventional Materials to Intraoral Scanners

In this article, Team DR divides and discusses armamentarium used in oral impressions in seven functional categories: trays, impression materials, mixing and dispensing devices, adhesives and spacers, tissue management instruments, disinfection supplies, and digital scanning equipment, with a focus on intra-oral scanners.

Preventive & Community Dentistry

Effect Of Intermittent Fasting On Oral Health & Dental Treatments

The article explores the complex relationship between fasting protocols and periodontal parameters, revealing both beneficial anti-inflammatory effects and potential challenges related to salivary function.

Preventive & Community Dentistry

Diet, Lifestyle and Oral Health: Clinical Guide

Preventive & Community Dentistry

Effect of Stress on Oral health and Dental Treatment

As dentists, we must realise that the evaluation, treatment protocols and dental support changes in stressed patients.

Preventive & Community Dentistry

Effect of Satvik diet and lifestyle on oral health and dental treatment

As dentists, we must help patients align their food preferences with preventive dental care and treatment planning—without asking them to abandon cultural or spiritual routines - like in a 'Satvik' or pure diet and lifestyle.

Orthodontics

Does Fixed Orthodontic Treatment Change Condylar Position?

When we correct occlusion in Class I cases, does the mandibular condyle remain unchanged — or does it adapt? A recent study found a small but measurable posterior shift after fixed orthodontic therapy, raising an important consideration for comprehensive treatment planning.

Preventive & Community Dentistry

Effect of Strength Training On Oral Health and Dental Treatments

Strength training: protective for bone — or risky for enamel? The answer isn’t as simple as you think.

Dental Education & Research

Enamel Regeneration: A Biomimetic Step Toward Structured Repair

A novel biomimetic approach enables structured enamel regeneration by guiding organized crystal growth. This method may restores enamel-like architecture and mechanical strength, offering a promising strategy for repairing enamel damage through biologically inspired mineralization.

Preventive & Community Dentistry

Effect of Ketogenic Diet on Oral Health & Dental Treatment Plans

Preventive & Community Dentistry

Effect Of Vegan And Plant-Based Diets On Oral Health & Dental Treatments

The spectrum of plant-based eating encompasses various dietary restrictions, with distinct implications for oral health and dental treatments, which will be discussed in this article.

Pediatric Dentistry

MIH Treatment Choices : What do Experts Prefer?

Are we all managing MIH the same way — or just assuming we are? A new study shows that even pediatric dentistry faculty vary in diagnosis and treatment choices, especially for severe hypomineralized molars.

Oral & Maxillofacial Radiology

Should Dentists Trust AI for Radiograph Diagnosis? What You Must Know

AI can now help read your radiographs — but should it? Before bringing AI into your practice, here are the ethical questions every dentist needs to answer.

Dental Education & Research

Group Pharma’s ELSENZ CDE Program Brings Global Bioactive Glass Research to Indian Dentistry

CDE event with Prof.Dr.Robert Hill

Endodontics

Do Orifice Barriers Really Improve Endodontic Outcomes?

Are orifice barriers truly improving long-term endodontic outcomes — or are they simply an added layer of reassurance? A new systematic review explores whether their routine placement is clinically justified, especially beyond cracked root-filled teeth.

Restorative & Aesthetic Dentistry

Does a Second Adhesive Layer Actually Improve Bond Strength?

A new in vitro study suggests that applying universal adhesive in two layers significantly improves bond strength in both coronal and root dentin, offering a simple technique modification to enhance clinical outcomes.

Orthodontics

Digital Orthodontic Softwares: A Comprehensive Review

DR Digital Dentistry issue: Team DR examines the current landscape of digital orthodontic softwares, evaluating their clinical applications, accuracy, integration capabilities, and impact on treatment outcomes and patient communication.

Practice Management

Smile Design Softwares: A Comprehensive Review

Best Smile Design Softwares For Dentists

Restorative & Aesthetic Dentistry

Home Care Instructions After Tooth Bleaching: A Patient Guide

The longevity of tooth bleaching results relies on proper post-treatment care. During the initial days following bleaching, patients should avoid pigmented foods and beverages, maintain gentle oral hygiene, and manage sensitivity using desensitizing agents. With appropriate dietary control, consistent hygiene practices, and regular dental follow-ups, patients can minimize complications and maintain a brighter, healthier smile for longer.

Orthodontics

Home Care Instructions During Treatment With Aligners

The success of aligner therapy depends not only on the technology but also on patient compliance and oral hygiene maintenance. Regular monitoring, patient education, and proper aligner care help prevent microbial buildup, dental caries, and periodontal complications. With consistent wear, effective cleaning practices, and timely professional follow-ups, aligner treatment can deliver comfortable, hygienic, and predictable orthodontic results.

Practice Management

The Art of Communication — Lessons From the Chairside

Dentistry is not defined solely by precision with instruments, but by the ability to communicate with empathy and clarity. Simple explanations, active listening, and reassuring gestures can significantly influence a patient’s comfort and trust. Clinical experiences reveal that patients remember how they are made to feel more than the technical details of treatment. Effective communication, therefore, becomes a critical clinical skill, shaping both patient experience and treatment success.