It was an enigma that had plagued the profession for centuries. A silent adversary, creeping beneath the gum line, wreaking havoc upon the very foundations of the teeth, often undetected until it was far too late. Periodontal disease—the phantom menace of the oral cavity—had long evaded swift justice, its presence revealed only through crude tools […]
The Times Of Dentistry
Breaking News from IDS 2025: Game-Changing Innovations Reshape the Future of Digital Dentistry
By DentistryUnited News Desk COLOGNE—Day three at IDS 2025 has been an electrifying showcase of innovation, with major industry players unveiling groundbreaking advancements set to redefine the future of digital dentistry. From wireless scanners and AI-powered design platforms to ultra-precise 3D printers and complete clear aligner production systems, this year’s IDS is proving to be […]
Introduction to Bioprinting Imagine a future where we could bioprint a new periodontal ligament, gingival tissue, or even alveolar bone right in the operatory. That’s the promise of bioprinting, a revolutionary fusion of 3D printing and biology that’s shifting restorative dentistry from science fiction to clinical reality. As a dentist, I’ve seen how this technology […]
COLOGNE, Germany – March 27, 2025 – The International Dental Show (IDS) 2025, the world’s premier dental exhibition, has once again emerged as the epicenter of transformative innovation. This year, industry giants and cutting-edge disruptors alike showcased groundbreaking advancements that promise to redefine the future of dentistry. From AI-powered diagnostics to next-generation 3D printing and […]
Go comprehensive? Starting Clinical Rotations at NYU It was the day we started shadowing the seniors in the clinics at NYU. The place was buzzing with students and patients, almost like a busy marketplace! That might be an odd comparison, but that’s exactly how it felt—alive with activity. The professors were huddled in one corner, […]
Blogs By Dr. Syed Nabeel
The Ultimate Guide to 3D Printing in Dentistry: From Dot Matrix to Bioprinting and Metal Implants
A Journey Through Technological Evolution The rhythmic hum of my 3D printer crafting a dental implant took me back to the 1980s, when my friend Mansoor gifted me an Epson dot matrix printer. That mechanical clatter marked the beginning of a revolution that would transform dentistry forever. Today, we’re not just printing models—we’re crafting titanium […]
Blogs By Dr. Syed Nabeel
From Dot Matrix to 3D Printing: Nabeel and Mansoor on the Evolution of Dental Technology
I sat by the window at Starbucks in Bangalore, watching the late afternoon sun cast golden reflections on the glass walls. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee curled around me like an old friend, familiar and warm. Across the table, Mansoor stirred his cappuccino absentmindedly, his gaze flickering between me and the 3D-printed dental model […]
Blogs By Dr. Syed Nabeel
The Intraoral Scanner Dilemma: A Journey Back in Time with Mansoor and Nabeel
I leaned back in my chair, staring at the specs of the latest intraoral scanner on my screen. It was a minefield of jargon—CMOS sensors, AI-driven stitching, CUDA cores, and memory bandwidth. My mind drifted to an old friend, someone who had computers in his blood long before the world became obsessed with silicon and […]
Blogs By Dr. Syed Nabeel
Understanding Dental Patients: How Behavior and Budget Influence Treatment Decisions
Every dental practitioner encounters a diverse set of patients, each with their own mindset, financial status, and approach to treatment. Recognizing these psychological and economic nuances enables dentists to refine communication strategies, enhance case acceptance, and deliver personalized care. Here’s an insightful classification of patients based on their approach to dental treatment and financial background. […]
Am I there yet? Life After BDS: The Journey to DDS and a Better Future The auditorium buzzed with chatter as I stepped in, anxious yet determined. This massive hall, seating 400 people, would be my classroom for the next three years. Among the 350 students in the DDS Class of 2011, everyone seemed different […]