Expanding Digital Dentistry with Nobel Biocare and DEXIS Imprevo
Nobel Biocare has taken a significant step forward in the digital dentistry landscape by integrating the DEXIS Imprevo intra-oral scanner into its digital portfolio. This addition enhances their distribution network and supports a seamless end-to-end workflow, from scanning to the final restoration. The strategic move aims to provide comprehensive solutions across restorative and implant dentistry, streamlining clinical processes for improved patient outcomes.
Exocad Showcases Leading Innovations at LMT LAB DAY Chicago
Exocad will be spotlighting its latest advancements at the LMT LAB DAY Chicago, one of the premier dental laboratory events. Attendees will experience new developments such as the DentalCAD 3.3 Chemnitz software release, artificial intelligence-enabled workflows, and the PartialCAD module for partial denture frameworks. These innovations underline the growing role of digital tools in optimizing dental laboratory efficiency and precision.
3D-Printed Hybrid Composite Restorations: A New Era in Prosthodontics
3D-printed polymer-infiltrated ceramic resins, also known as hybrid composites, are gaining traction as a promising material for definitive dental restorations. Combining the benefits of resin composites and ceramic fillers, these materials offer enhanced strength, aesthetics, and biocompatibility compared to traditional provisional resins.
Key advantages of hybrid composites include:
- Superior wear resistance and optical integration suitable for daily prosthodontic applications
- Better stress absorption and intra-oral reparability
- Ease of polishing and reduced wear on opposing teeth compared to zirconia and lithium disilicate
These features make hybrid composites an attractive option for clinicians aiming to meet both functional and aesthetic patient demands in a fully digital workflow.
Meeting High Functional and Aesthetic Demands with Ceramic Solutions
Successful prosthodontic treatment hinges on a careful assessment of each patient’s individual needs and expectations. Tailoring material combinations, framework designs, and finishing protocols to the case at hand is essential.
High-performance evaluation tools, combined with a variety of high-strength ceramic options, empower clinicians and technicians to deliver restorations that excel in both function and aesthetics. This personalized approach ensures optimal outcomes that align with patient goals and clinical requirements.
Revolutionizing Oral Care Access: Insights from the SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic in Sweden
A recent study from Sweden sheds light on how the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped oral care inequities. Unlike many countries, Swedish authorities emphasized individual responsibility over strict lockdowns, leading to notable shifts in unmet oral care needs among adults.
This research highlights the complex interplay between public health policies and healthcare access, emphasizing the importance of adaptive strategies to maintain oral health equity during global crises.
Clinical Skill and Tooth Preservation Remain Central Beyond Digital Advances
Dr. Ronaldo Hirata, a renowned expert in restorative and aesthetic dentistry, emphasizes that despite rapid digital advances, clinical craftsmanship and tooth preservation remain fundamental. With over three decades of experience, Dr. Hirata advocates for the enduring value of individualized care and meaningful patient connections.
His reflections, shared ahead of the Congresso Internacional de Odontologia de São Paulo (CIOSP), remind dental professionals that technology should complement, not replace, core clinical skills and thoughtful treatment planning.
Celebrating Milestones: Osstem Implant’s Two Decades of Global Growth
Osstem Implant has marked 20 years of international expansion, growing from 12 overseas subsidiaries in 2006 to 33 entities across 29 countries. This growth is anchored in strong research and development, a structured clinical education system, and a direct-sales business model.
Looking ahead, the company plans to accelerate its global market development, reinforcing its position as a leading player in implant dentistry worldwide.
Advancing Dental Industry Collaboration: Expodental 2026 Sets New Records
Expodental 2026, scheduled for March 11–13 at IFEMA Madrid, has already surpassed previous exhibitor numbers with 400 registered participants. Organized in collaboration with the Spanish Federation of Healthcare Technology Companies (Fenin), the event will focus exclusively on weekdays to enhance its professional orientation.
This growth signals strong industry support and promises a dynamic platform for networking, education, and showcasing cutting-edge dental technologies.
Case Spotlight: Miraculous Recovery Through Non-Invasive Hard-Tissue Regeneration
In everyday dental practice, non-invasive hard-tissue regeneration is rare but can be transformative in cases involving severe inflammation and significant bone loss. A recent case report illustrates how a detailed and accurate diagnosis can lead to unexpected, positive outcomes by encouraging clinicians to reconsider traditional approaches in endodontics.
This example underscores the importance of diagnostic precision and adaptable treatment strategies in managing complex dental conditions.
CIOSP 2026 Opens its Doors to Innovation and Education in Latin America
The 43rd Congresso Internacional de Odontologia de São Paulo (CIOSP) has commenced at the Expo Center Norte, Brazil. This prominent event gathers dental professionals, researchers, educators, and industry representatives from Latin America and beyond. Organized by the Associação Paulista de Cirurgiões Dentistas (APCD), CIOSP is recognized as one of the continent’s largest and most established dental congresses.
Over the next four days, attendees will engage with cutting-edge research, technological advances, and educational opportunities that shape the future of dentistry in the region.