Dental Technology News

28 November 2023

SPECIALISATION IN DENTISTRY: BEYOND THE GENERAL DENTIST

In the vast landscape of dentistry, there's a diverse range of specialists who go beyond the conventional role of a general dentist. These dental experts dedicate their careers to mastering specific aspects of oral health, ensuring that ...

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20 November 2023

Adapting to Technological Trends: Challenges in Modern Dental Practice

The dental industry is experiencing a technological renaissance, where new innovations are reshaping traditional practices. However, with this rapid evolution comes a set of unique challenges.This blog explores these hurdles and h...

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08 November 2023

BEHIND THE SCENES OF DENTAL LABORATORIES

Have you ever wondered what happens behind- the- scenes at a dental laboratory? These hidden spaces are where the magic of crafting dental appliances takes place and it's a world filled with fascinating processes, cutting-edge technology...

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24 August 2023

Can a Dental Technician Become a Dentist?

Starting a voyage from crafting fancy dental devices to managing comprehensive oral care might seem like a big step. Yet, it's a less travelled path that holds remarkable potential for those passionate about pe...

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15 August 2023

What is Dental Technology and Why it is Important

In the rapidly evolving world of healthcare, one field that has witnessed incredible progress is dental technology. It’s interesting, challenging and rewarding, if you’re looking for these qualities in a ca...

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18 May 2023

Why study Dental Technology?

Looking for a career that combines your interests in technology and healthcare? Study dental technology!    

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27 April 2023

How to Build your Confidence as a Dental Technician

Dental technicians are vital to not only the maintenance but the future of the dental industry.

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23 February 2023

The importance of CAD/CAM technology in the dental industry

Did you know the tooth is the only part of the body that can’t repair itself?  ...

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29 November 2022

New Advances in Regenerative Medicine for Dentistry

Regenerative medicine refers to one of the most exciting new developments in the ever-evolving dentistry field. There are constantly new technologies and techniques being developed to improve the ways in which ...

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25 October 2022

Dental Technology: Then and Now

Dental technology has hugely advanced over recent years; and in an industry where 80% of UK adults are visiting the dentist regularly, it’s clear th...

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18 October 2022

How Dental Technology can benefit patients and dentists worldwide

The dental industry provided 19 million fewer treatments between March and November 2020 because of the coronavirus pandemic.  For an essential i...

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03 August 2022

How Dental Technology is Transforming the Dental Industry

Dental technologists are the backbone that keeps Britain smiling. Dental technology is a fast-growing industry, with patient demand increasing rapidly; there are

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14 April 2022

Regenerative Dentistry - Can You Really Regrow Your Teeth?

From early childhood, we are continually reminded that we must take care of our adult teeth because they are the only ones we will get. When we damage our skin it can regrow and when we break bones, they mend. However, teeth are a comple...

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25 February 2022

Boost Earnings with a Master’s in Dental Technology

Are you a second or third-year dental technology student thinking about what to do next? After you graduate, you can enter into employment and start climbing the career ladder. But if you want to fast-track your career, nurture growth an...

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06 January 2022

How AI Is Changing the World of Dental Technology

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming dental technology and the world of dentistry. Here’s how…Thanks to advancements in technology, including AI technology, dental work of the future will be less invas...

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14 December 2021

Get to Grips with Game Changing Dental Technology

Working in dentistry has long been considered a lucrative and secure career, but there is a range of specialist technical roles making a very real difference to people’s experience of dentistry that are equally rewarding. Dental techno...

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30 November 2021

New Dental Implant Crowns Made of Cellulose-Based Nanocomposites

The latest in dental implant crowns…and why now is the time to upskill in dental technology!Dental implant crowns can make a big difference to people with damaged or missing teeth. Not only do dental cr...

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01 November 2021

3 REASONS TO PURSUE A DENTAL TECHNOLOGY DEGREE

Dentistry is creating smiles. As a dental technologist you would be in one of the fastest growing health professional fields and at the forefront of dental advancements. You will be working by hand to fine tune the teeth of the UK. If wo...

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25 March 2021

5 Reasons to Study a Dental Technology Degree with the University of Bolton

Do you want to be in the business of putting a smile on people’s faces? Dentistry is a good thought and a viable and lucrative career option, hold on to it. The need for dental technicians is expected to grow faster than many other hea...

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16 March 2021

5 Strange Facts About False Teeth

The history of false teeth is fascinating and has paved the way for the dentures you will come across in your BSc (Hons) Dental Technology degree with the University of Bolton. Here are five of the strangest facts that will f...

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16 March 2021

Does 3D Printing have a Place in Dentistry?

3D printing is already more widely used in dentistry than many people realise. Everything from drill guides to physical models for prosthodontics use 3D printing. Improvements in 3D printing technology are set to increase its importance ...

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04 January 2021

Access £4.8m industry-standard labs on our Dental Technology degree

Our Dental Technology degrees are second-to-none, giving you access to equipment you’ll be using in a real world dentistry environment.Dental Technology at the University of Bolton is part of our Centre for Dental Sciences, the ...

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