Former ASX-lister Smiles Inclusive faces dentist-led public examination in Australian legal first


The Chairman of failed ASX-lister Smiles Inclusive, David Usasz, attended the Victorian Federal Court this week as the company faces a civil grilling over its mid-2021 liquidation. A dentist, Dr John Camaco, and his colleague were granted authorisation by ASIC to conduct a public examination of Smiles, a legal first in Australia, with only ASIC or licensed liquidators being allowed to carry out such proceedings in the past.



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Japanese company developing drug to grow new teeth, plans for clinical trials on humans in 2024


Toregem Biopharma, funded by Kyoto University, has developed an antibody drug which inhibits the protein in the mouth that suppresses growth and stops "tooth buds" from developing. The team has already successfully administered the drug to ferrets, which have both baby and permanent teeth similar to humans, in 2018.


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New simulation centre to train next generation of dentists


The University of Sydney School of Dentistry bolsters dentistry learning experience with $9.4 million investment in new simulation facilities. The University of Sydney has officially opened its state-of-the-art Simulation Clinic designed to provide the next generation of dentistry students and professional clinicians alike with a unique immersive learning experience leveraging the latest in dental simulation technologies


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84% Of Women Unaware That Menopause Can Affect Oral Health, New Survey Shows


If you’re a woman over 50, there’s a decent chance you put more effort into how you look than into your oral health—but also that you’ll regret it. These are just some of the findings from a survey of more than 1,000 women aged 50 and older released this month by Delta Dental.


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Better oral health for all Australians: Marking 70 years of fluoridation


Since its Australian beginnings in 1953, water fluoridation has played a crucial role in improving the nation’s oral health, growing to provide access to fluoridated drinking water to almost 90% of the population. Its positive impact on dental health is undeniable, with significant reductions in tooth decay observed among children, adolescents, and adults.


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