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• Pain-free anaesthesia in restorative dentistry
  Rhona Eskander explains why she uses The Wand in her practice and why it’s particularly beneficial for restorative dentistry. ‘Patients are often phobic and that is frequently linked to fear of anaesthesia. I use The Wand as it works below the patient’s pain threshold, ensuring my patients have a positive experience whilst in the chair. I find…
• Smartee Teen: a comprehensive system for early orthodontics
  Early intervention is critical for managing malocclusions in paediatric patients – Smartee Teen provides a comprehensive, integrated solution for early orthodontics that combines myofunctional trainers, clear aligners, and functional appliances into a single system. This approach addresses not only the alignment of teeth but also the underlying muscle and skeletal issues, ensuring more stable, long-term results…
• Prosthodontics: products for the perfect primary impressions
  Join Mike Gregory on Tuesday 21 October at 7pm as he discusses the best products for the perfect primary impressions in prosthodontics. This webinar, delivered by Mike Gregory, will identify common problems in impression taking. It will help attendees recognise the limitations of ‘stock’ impression trays and choose appropriate impression materials for any given case.…
• Private Dentistry Awards 2025: finalists announced
  FMC is delighted to share the Private Dentistry Awards shortlist for 2025 – congratulations to all of the finalists! The Private Dentistry Awards are returning once again on Friday 21 November 2025 at the Grosvenor House Hotel, London. As the private dental sector gears up to celebrate at the ceremony, our esteemed judges have been…
• What Britain’s ageing population means for the future of dentistry
  From falling birth rates to rising living costs, Britain’s population trends are transforming the profession. David Willetts discusses what these changes mean for dentists, patients and policymakers alike. Tell us a little about your background and the areas you’ve focused on during your career I’m president of the Resolution Foundation, a Westminster think tank focused…