EZ Smile fined by Australian Competition and Consumer Commission for allegedly misleading claims


A cosmetic dentistry company has been forced to cough up a $12,600 fine after it allegedly misled customers about its teeth straightening service. EZ Smile was issued an infringement by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission for implying its clear dental aligners were supplied by dental professionals, including orthodontists, who were registered in Australia, when they were actually manufactured in China.



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Uptake of Seniors Dental Benefits Scheme critical for senior population


If we're to turn the tide on poor oral health in aged care, Counsel Assisting the Royal Commission into Aged Care’s proposal to introduce a Senior Dental Benefits Scheme must be given serious consideration by the Commissioners, says the Australian Dental Association (ADA).


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Study shows traditional six-month dental check-ups not necessary for healthy adults


A new review provides reassurance to patients who have missed routine dental check-ups due to Covid-19 restrictions by showing that six-monthly check-up appointments do not improve oral health. A Dundee team, led by the School of Dentistry‘s Patrick Fee, in collaboration with the University of Manchester and Cochrane Oral Health, have conducted a systematic review to identify the best time interval between dental check-ups for maintaining good oral health.


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New Zealand: Changes at Abano ahead of takeover


As the NZ$125m (US$83m) takeover of Abano Healthcare Group prepares to conclude, the dental company has reshuffled its management. A consortium of private equity firm, BGH Capital and the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board is taking the company private at NZ$4.75 a share.


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Four of the world's premier dental schools form historic alliance


The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Adams School of Dentistry; King's College London's Faculty of Dentistry, Oral and Craniofacial Sciences; National University of Singapore Faculty of Dentistry; and the University of Melbourne's Melbourne Dental School in Australia are establishing the DentAlliance to advance and transform research, education and practice in dentistry and the oral and craniofacial health sciences.


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Most dentists have experienced aggression from patients


Roughly half of U.S. dentists experienced verbal or reputational aggression by patients in the past year, and nearly one in four endured physical aggression, according to a new study led by researchers at NYU College of Dentistry.


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With $55 toothpaste, indie oral care is going even more upscale


As the oral care category sees an influx of new, style-oriented brands, high-end players are also entering the market. Swiss oral care brand vVardis launched on October 15 in Switzerland and the U.S. with a collection of four premium products: a $250 whitening treatment, a $40 wooden toothbrush set, a $45 mouthwash and a $55 toothpaste. The brand is currently sold online via its DTC channel, and its founders Golnar and Haleh Abivardi are eyeing high-end retail partners.


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