Introduction Dental implants are small fixtures placed in the jawbone to support crowns, bridges, or improve denture retention. They are widely regarded as the gold standard for replacing missing teeth because they restore chewing function, provide natural aesthetics, and offer superior comfort. Recent research and design improvements have focused on enhancing implant longevity; many scientific reviews report 5- and 10-year survival rates above 90% for routine cases. Steps

There is a lot of excitement about AI as a potential game changer in many fields, including healthcare. Billions of dollars are being invested to improve AI models and expand their use. So what is AI, and how is it used in dentistry? What is AI? Simply put, AI learns patterns from data and uses those patterns to make predictions in similar situations. For example, a model can be trained to detect dental decay by reviewing large numbers of X‑rays labeled for decay. The model

At the turn of the 20th century, doctors observed that removing rotten teeth sometimes cured mysterious fevers — an early clue that infections in the mouth can affect the whole body. Modern medical science now explains how oral disease and inflammation can influence general health, from nutrition to chronic conditions. The link between oral and physical health Most of us get our nutrition through the mouth, and poor oral health can change both how much we eat and what we ch

How it started Volunteering back in 2002 I began volunteering at a nursing home right after my O-Levels in 1999 because I wanted to put my faith into practice. I found the Methodist Home for the Aged Sick (later renamed Bethany Nursing Home) in the Yellow Pages and started by helping at mealtimes and with clean-up. Attending to the residents Over time I heard their stories—the things they were proud of and the things they regretted. Behind every resident was a person who want

When looking for dental care (or any service), it’s natural to hunt for the best deal to stretch your dollar. But is cheaper always better value? What determines value Value is the benefit you get relative to the price you pay, and it varies by person. Two people paying the same amount can experience very different value depending on expectations and circumstances — like how one traveller may find a budget hotel perfectly acceptable while a light sleeper finds it intolerable