HIGASHIHIROSHIMA, Japan: Although periodontitis is not currently considered a modifiable risk factor for atrial fibrillation (AF), a recent study has examined whether periodontal treatment could improve the outcomes of catheter ablation, a minimally invasive procedure to correct AF. It found that treating periodontal disease a few months after the procedure may lower oral inflammation and reduce the recurrence of this irregular and often rapid heart rhythm in patients. The study is among the first to investigate the potential impact of periodontal disease treatment on AF ..read more

SINGAPORE: The highly anticipated 13th International Dental Exhibition and Meeting (IDEM 2024) concluded on 21 April at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre with record-breaking success. IDEM 2024 welcomed 8,917 attendees from 74 countries and regions, exceeding the previous participation record by 36%. The event offered a showcase of cutting-edge dental innovations and expertise, spanning over 17,000 m2 of exhibition space ..read more

SUZHOU, China: Founded in 2005 and based in Suzhou, Zumax Medical is a manufacturer specialising in dental surgical magnification devices. The company offers a wide range of these devices to meet diverse clinical and academic research needs. Additionally, Zumax has developed dental surgical magnification products specifically designed for training purposes at educational institutions ..read more

BREA, Calif., US: Envista Holdings has appointed Paul Keel as its new CEO and a member of its board of directors, effective from 1 May. The company owns more than 30 dental brands, including Nobel Biocare, Ormco, DEXIS and Kerr. It announced in February that it was seeking a successor to Amir Aghdaei, who will continue to support the transition as a senior adviser ..read more

LIVERPOOL, UK: Food insecurity affects 17% of households in the UK, according to a 2023 government survey. This lack of consistent access to sufficient nutritious food for a healthy life, often due to economic hardship, has social, well-being and health impacts and can lead to poor health outcomes, such as dental caries. A new study investigating the views and capabilities of dental professionals in dealing with the effects of food insecurity within the context of oral health care has found that, while dental clinicians are well placed to direct patients to supportive services, they lack the c ..read more

WASHINGTON, US: In recent years, there has been an increase in studies on vaping and its link to oral and overall health. Adding to existing research, a new study has found that people who use e-cigarettes are at an increased likelihood of developing heart failure compared with non-smokers. The study is considered to be one of the largest and most comprehensive prospective studies to date to investigate possible links between vaping and heart failure ..read more

ROUND ROCK, Texas, US: ClearCorrect recently unveiled a new suite of products and features aimed at supporting clinicians in their provision of orthodontic care and in their practice efficiency. This launch includes improvements to the ClearCorrect digital workflow, helping dentists to advance their digital orthodontic treatment. Upgrades to the Virtuo Vivo scanning workflow and ClearCorrect Sync mobile app optimise efficiency, streamlining record collection, case submission, and case review and management. A new version of ClearCorrect’s treatment planning tool, ClearPilot, has also been rele ..read more

The Label Dent laboratory has a history of exploring new technologies in the pursuit of happy customers since its establishment in 2007, in Bordeaux in France, by François Tisserand and Simon Filaire. The laboratory initially specialised in fixed prostheses, utilising its expertise to create quality solutions for patients, but in 2010, owing to increasing demand from practitioners, expanded into removable restorations. This addition allowed the laboratory to better meet the diverse needs of dentists and solidify its reputation in the field. Recognising the advancements in technology and the im ..read more

SINGAPORE: The first software of its kind, Invisalign Smile Architect combines planning for orthodontic and restorative care in a single platform, supporting predictable treatment outcomes. At IDEM Singapore, visitors have the opportunity to see how dentists can plan orthodontic tooth positioning in concert with the aesthetic smile design goal when restorative treatment will follow orthodontic treatment ..read more

Combining her expertise in both oral and maxillofacial surgery with sleep medicine, Dr Mei Hui Tan’s presentation at IDEM 2024 offered clinicians the chance to better understand the signs and symptoms of obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) and tools for identifying appropriate treatment options. Prior to her presentation, Dental Tribune International spoke with Dr Tan, who holds leadership, consultant and lecturing positions at some of the foremost institutions in Singapore, about what dental surgeons, in particular, could look forward to in the lecture ..read more