Iveta Ramonaite

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VR haptics boost endodontic training

1 week ago | dental-tribune.com | Iveta Ramonaite

According to senior author Dr Szabolcs Felszeghy, a clinical lecturer at the Institute of Dentistry of the University of Eastern Finland in Kuopio, preclinical students often face various challenges in acquiring endodontic skills. He told Dental Tribune International (DTI): “Traditional training methods often require constant supervision by educators, which can be demanding for instructors and potentially stressful for students.
Oral microbiota as biomarker for early autism

2 weeks ago | dental-tribune.com | Iveta Ramonaite

Approximately one in 100 children worldwide have autism, according to a systematic review, and in Hong Kong, the figure is even higher, affecting one in 49 children in the educational system. According to multiple studies, the global prevalence rates for ASD are rising. Previous research has shown a strong association between gut microbiota and ASD; however, research on the link between oral microbiota and autism is limited.
An interview with Francesco Grillo

1 month ago | dental-tribune.com | Iveta Ramonaite

Mr Grillo, what are some of the most important innovations that Philips is presenting at IDS? Once in a while, you change the heart of what you do, and the heart of the Sonicare powered toothbrush is its motor. When I say once in a while, I mean every ten, 15 or 20 years. This is the moment when we decided to upgrade the motor to improve the user experience and performance significantly. The new motor uses an adaptive magnetic system that adapts to individual brushing techniques.
Dental implants show longevity after four decades

1 month ago | dental-tribune.com | Iveta Ramonaite

The study included 13 individuals who received 18 single implants placed using a two-stage protocol with delayed loading, and none received bone grafts. The implants were developed based on research conducted at the University of Gothenburg under the leadership of the late Prof. Per-Ingvar Brånemark—a distinguished Swedish physician and researcher widely recognised as the father of modern dental implantology and the pioneer of osseointegration.
An interview with cosmetic dentist Dr Rhonda Kalasho

Jan 31, 2025 | dental-tribune.com | Iveta Ramonaite

Dr Kalasho, you started your practice in 2018. Has your approach to patient care evolved since then? When I first established my practice in 2018, I was deeply committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care. Over the years, that commitment has only deepened as we have refined our systems and practices to elevate the patient experience.
Prof. Avijit Banerjee is new editor-in-chief for BDJ

Jan 20, 2025 | dental-tribune.com | Iveta Ramonaite

Dr Banerjee is professor of cariology and operative dentistry in the Faculty of Dentistry, Oral and Craniofacial Sciences at King’s College London and an honorary consultant and clinical lead for restorative dentistry at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust in London.
Study shows psychosocial distress among administrative staff

Jan 13, 2025 | dental-tribune.com | Iveta Ramonaite

For the study, the UK Dental Team Mental Health Research and Implementation Group, a collaboration consisting of experts in mental health and dentistry in the UK, conducted an online survey among dental teams across the UK in 2023. The questionnaire employed validated health and well-being scales to collect data on respondents’ current levels of psychological distress and allowed respondents to expand upon their answers via a free-text box. The responses showed some worrying trends.
VR haptics: Potential and challenges in dental education

Jan 10, 2025 | dental-tribune.com | Iveta Ramonaite

From Oswald Fergus’s introduction of phantom heads in 1894 to modern VR haptics, the evolution of dental education tools reflects the ongoing drive for innovation. While the historical reliance on phantom heads laid the foundation, advancements in VR haptics are redefining what is possible in dental education today.
Redefining the patient experience with Primescan 2

Dec 9, 2024 | us.dental-tribune.com | Iveta Ramonaite

Dr Choi, can you tell us about your experience with Primescan 2? How has it improved your practice’s workflow and patient care? Primescan 2 is a fantastic piece of technology that we’ve recently integrated into the clinical workflow at our practice. I was initially sceptical about the ability of a new scanner to improve our clinical workflow, especially since we already use four other scanners daily. However, I have been delighted with the quality of the scans and the ease of use of the technology.
An interview with David Harris on embezzlement

Dec 2, 2024 | us.dental-tribune.com | Iveta Ramonaite

Mr Harris, could you tell us about yourself and your journey to becoming a leading expert on dental embezzlement? I got into this career in 1989 completely by accident. A dentist friend suspected embezzlement and, in desperation, reached out to me. He knew I had an investigative background and, from some misadventures as a teenager, could understand how criminals think. I solved that case quickly, but hadn’t yet decided to make a career out of it.