Sixth GC International Dental Symposium in Tokyo: 72 lectures and transformation of restorative practice

Modern restorative dentistry is undergoing an intensive phase of digital and clinical transformation, during which approaches to materials and restoration techniques are changing, with predictability and aesthetics becoming key benchmarks of practice. Within the sixth GC International Dental Symposium clinically validated approaches aimed at integrating morphological analysis, light management and rational material selection are presented […]
Guided Endodontic Access: experience of more than 200 practitioners and the formation of a paradigm of precise endodontics

Contemporary dentistry is rapidly transforming under the influence of digital technologies and interdisciplinary approaches, altering clinical and educational practices worldwide. Guided endodontic access (GEA) is regarded as an integrated protocol combining CBCT, intraoral scanning, digital planning and 3D‑printed guides, which demonstrates clinical advantages when working with obliterated root canals and complex anatomical configurations. Technology as […]
Localization of Ivoclar production: six sites and transformation of global standardization

The global dental industry is undergoing a profound transformation driven by geopolitical tensions, trade barriers and supply chain disruptions, requiring a new approach to risk management. In these conditions, localization of production and integration of manufacturing standards become key elements of a strategy to ensure clinical predictability, material validation and quality control across clinics and […]
Dental technicians embrace digital workflows

Dental technicians and the digital future: why adaptation secures the profession Introduction Julia Glancey, a dental technician and commentator, published an editorial on 7 May 2026 describing the rapid shift from manual laboratory workflows to digital processes and the implications for the dental-technical profession. She frames digital tools—such as intra-oral scanners, CAD/CAM software, milling machines […]