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Introduction to early intervention orthodontics with clear aligners
Join Steffen Decker on Tuesday 9 January at 7pm as he discusses an introduction to early intervention orthodontics with clear…
Clinical Dentistry
How can orthodontic patients benefit from social media?
From allaying fears to sharing treatment options, Saba Qureshi discusses the huge potential social media has for patients – and…
Columnists
Addressing the plight of Smile Direct Club employees
Following the Smile Direct Club closure, Del Kahya questions why the compassion and support shown to patients has not been…
Business
Smile Direct Club was a ‘disaster waiting to happen’
Following Smile Direct Club’s closure, the dental profession discusses the risks it posed to patient safety and the role of…
Dentistry
What’s next for Smile Direct Club patients?
‘Seek professional guidance immediately’: In light of Smile Direct Club’s closure, dentists share their advice for those left midway through…
Dentistry
‘Nothing short of scandalous’ – the dental industry reacts to Smile Direct Club closure
Following the news that the direct-to-consumer aligner company Smile Direct Club has shut down, the dental industry shares its thoughts. …
Business
Smile Direct Club cases overseen by ‘just five UK dentists’
The British Dental Association (BDA) has revealed that Smile Direct Club had ‘just five UK-registered dentists’ supervising its reported 65,000…
Dentistry
Smile Direct Club files for bankruptcy – what does this mean for dentistry?
We hear what the Smile Direct Club bankruptcy news means for dentistry, the aligner industry, and the customers who have…
Dentistry
Uncovering the truth behind Smile Direct Club
Following the news that Smile Direct Club has shut down, Emma Laing discusses the truth behind the business, from non-disclosure…
Dentistry
Smile Direct Club shuts down following bankruptcy
Smile Direct Club has shut down weeks after filing for bankruptcy, it has been revealed. The direct-to-consumer aligner company announced…
Breaking news
Dentistry Live: Invisalign orthodontics part two
Join Camilla Morrison on Thursday 14 December at 7pm for part two of her Dentistry Live broadcast on Invisalign orthodontics.…
Orthodontics
Adult orthodontics: does treatment really take longer?
This month, Saba Qureshi discusses how orthodontic treatment can differ for adult patients and everything they need to know prior…
Columnists
Four predictions for the future of AI in orthodontics
Damian Gerikhanov discusses AI in orthodontics and why he believes the future of clear aligner treatment planning is ‘bright and…
AI & technology
Smile Direct Club files for bankruptcy
Teledentistry aligner company Smile Direct Club has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, it has announced. In its petition, it listed…
Breaking news
Fixed retainers: are they worth the hassle?
Saba Qureshi explains the benefits and potential problems of fixed retainers, and whether she believes they are worth the effort.…
Columnists
Register for Align’s Growing Smiles Masterclass 2023
Learn more about how to optimise Invisalign treatment for children and teen patients at Align’s Growing Smiles Masterclass 2023. Join…
Orthodontics
Introducing Impress and its tech first approach to invisible orthodontics
We headed to Impress, on York Road, to find out about its tech first approach to invisible orthodontics. Impress clinics…
Orthodontics
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Collaborate on clear aligners – everyone wins
Reserve your seat for a one-hour interactive deep dive into clear aligners with Professor Ama Johal, in collaboration with 32Co,…
Orthodontics
Sponsored
Three in four orthodontists report increase in adults seeking treatment
More than three quarters (76%) of orthodontists report an increase in adult patients seeking orthodontic treatment within the past three…
Health & research