Dental Technology News

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 STUDY DENTAL TECHNOLOGY

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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25 August 2020

Get inspired - get a degree in BSc Dental Technology

The University of Bolton has been ranked 1st in the North West for Student Satisfaction in the Complete University Guide for the last three years, because students love to learn at Bolton. Our award-winning student services and dedicated...

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17 August 2020

Looking for a career path? Get a degree in Dental Technology

Study Dental Technology at the University of Bolton, No.1 in the North West for the past three years in Student Satisfaction in the Complete University Guide and No.2 in Teaching Quality in the Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020.

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02 June 2020

What a career in Dental Technology looks like

Deciding on a career path can seem like a tremendous task to begin with. After studying multiple subjects for years, you finally have an idea about what you enjoy learning and potentially a career to pursue. The next step is to look for ...

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27 May 2020

What does a Dental Technician do?

If you’re fascinated by the world of dentistry but the thought of delving into someone’s mouth and finding bits of food doesn’t appeal to you, then becoming a Dental Technician could be your ideal career move.A Dental Techni...

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07 May 2020

The rapid increase of dental issues for young people in the UK

Did you know that tooth decay is the most common oral issue that affects young people in England? It is also highly preventable. Although oral health treatment and education is improving throughout England, the oral health survey of chil...

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30 April 2020

The future of Dentistry

Dentistry is a field continually developing to suits patient needs better. Through digital advancements, bio-printing and innovative prevention techniques, the future of dentistry is continuously evolving.In the USA, the ongoing d...

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23 April 2020

The ancient history of dental braces

‘Metal mouth’, ‘Robo-gob’, ‘brace-face’ all common taunting nicknames that have been circulating the playground for decades and although dental braces feature on the teeth of many teens, the history of an orthodontic practice...

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26 June 2019

Caster Semenya and the International Association of Athletics Federations: More ...

The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) have been ordered by the Swiss Supreme Court to suspend their testosterone regulation with immediate effect after a successful appeal of the Court of Arbitration for Sport’s...

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12 June 2019

My Dental Technology BSc (Hons) and FdSc Experience

Studying Dental Technology at the University of Bolton has been an experience which I have thoroughly enjoyed since starting the course in 2016.During my time at this university, I have developed a wide range of skills both academ...

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12 June 2019

North West Study Club for Dental Technicians

Dental Technology Lecturer, Frances Oldroyd has set up the North West Study Club for Dental Technicians. A group that welcomes students so that members can gain knowledge and enhance their skills on key themes relating to Continuing Prof...

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12 June 2019

Variety of Dental Research Projects

Several undergraduate dissertation projects have been undertaken in the final year of Dental Technology focusing on a broad range of dissertation types, namely Experimental Research Project, Survey Research Project and Literature-Based R...

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