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Should dental labs invest in subtractive or additive technologies? Tim Zinser, product manager at vhf camfacture, says: “Both lead to efficient workflows—but they have different strengths and areas of application.” The article “Milling or Printing?—Or Both?” first appeared on mgb dental.

Not When, but How: Attorney Jennifer Jessie Discusses the Use of AI with Real-World Examples and Legal Analysis The article “Artificial Intelligence in the Dental Practice” first appeared on mgb dental.

In 2026, the FACHDENTAL Stuttgart Info Days will focus on exchange, deepening knowledge, and active participation. On October 16 and 17, 2026, attendees can expect...

The third issue of the OJ Oral Surgery Journal offers fascinating insights into surgical practice and addresses relevant topics in the field. ZWP online readers...

Only a fraction of these people are screened for oral health, and education on oral health is also provided too infrequently—with consequences.

Growing demands for metal-free aesthetics and biocompatibility pose technological challenges for modern laboratories. The answer to this lies in...

For our September podcast, we’re speaking with Dr. Michael Weiss. At his practice, Dr. Weiss Consultant Dentists, the experienced Essen-based...

The BIG BANG KI Festival in Berlin showed just how quickly visions of the future have become part of everyday work life.

The Department of Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Medicine at Halle University Medical Center offers the full range of modern dentistry and oral and maxillofacial surgery....

In its third survey, the German Society for Emergency Medicine (DGINA) collected data from 271 central emergency departments regarding their current workload. The situation appears to be worsening.

A first in Wernigerode: During its continuing education days in mid-September, the Saxony-Anhalt State Dental Association collaborated with the DGZMK, the Academy for Practice and Science, and the German Dental Congress.

Friedrich Merz's remark that the "coexistence of private and public health insurance" is viewed by many as a "matter of fairness" has caused a stir.

A U.S. team has investigated how AI can help dentists predict postoperative opioid needs and identify patients at increased risk of misuse and inadequate pain control.

The DGZMK has awarded the 2026 German Miller Prize to Priv.-Doz. Dr. Eva Paddenberg-Schubert, Dr. Sebastian Krohn, and their team of dentists, physicists, and radiologists.

In the future, higher-income workers may have to pay more for pension and health insurance. The contribution assessment ceilings are set to be raised significantly.

According to an Australian study, unusual grooves in ancient teeth are the world's earliest evidence of habitual drug use.

The German Dental Association is perplexed by recent remarks made by Chancellor Friedrich Merz regarding the dual health insurance system and the relationship between statutory and private health insurance.

Halle/Saale – The Department of Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Medicine at Halle University Medical Center offers the full range of modern dentistry and oral and maxillofacial surgery—from preventive care and general dental treatment to the treatment of complex conditions in children and adults. Anyone interested in learning more about the four clinics and their work will have the opportunity to do so at Dental Health Day on Friday, September 25, 2026.

With the Innovation Award for Prosthetic Biomaterials Science, Dental Technology, and Dental Technology, the two organizations recognize innovative contributions related to prosthetic dentistry. The article “DGPro and EADT Present Innovation Award” first appeared on mgb dental.

DGZMK Awards the 2026 German Miller Prize for Innovative Research on the Temporomandibular Joint The article “Real-Time MRI Reveals Movements During Chewing” first appeared on mgb dental.

The Wrigley Preventive Care Award was presented for the 32nd time. Three award-winning projects demonstrate how oral health can be improved among population groups that face particular challenges in accessing dental care. The article “Focus on the Oral Health of Particularly Vulnerable People” first appeared on mgb dental.

Athletes like to optimize many aspects of their lives: training, nutrition, sleep, recovery... However, they often overlook their oral health. Few people realize that this can affect their athletic performance. The article “How Periodontitis Can Hinder Athletes” first appeared on mgb dental.

Thanks to the synthetic bond used in Busch’s diamond-impregnated abrasives, no excessive heat is generated during grinding—even without water cooling. The article “Grinding Without Water Cooling” first appeared on mgb dental.

Oral Medicine in a Nutshell – Practical Tip: Many patients have poor oral hygiene despite having expensive dental prostheses. “Maintenance appointments” could help keep teeth and gums healthy over the long term. The article “Protecting Expensive Dental Prostheses” first appeared on mgb dental.

Identify irregularities in billing more quickly and effectively prosecute crimes: A new central office will begin operations early next year...

Why do failures at work often linger longer than successes? How a simple linguistic trick can help you break free from the downward spiral—and why a...

Hardly any other treatment method in orthodontics has evolved as fundamentally in recent years and decades as the lingual technique....

A WHO report examines the impact of an aging population and an aging health-care workforce on future staffing needs. It warns that by 2030, there will be a shortage of approximately 11 million doctors, midwives, and nurses.

GUM, in collaboration with the European Dental Hygienists Federation (EDHF), has opened the application period for the 2026 GUM EDHF Award of Distinction. The article “2026 European Award of Distinction for Dental Hygienists” first appeared on mgb dental.

Berlin – The finances of the Bavarian State Dental Association (BLZK) continue to be characterized by a high degree of stability and a strong focus on cost control. This is officially confirmed by the recently released audit report from the auditing firm KPMG on the 2025 financial statements: As in previous years, the BLZK once again received an unqualified audit opinion—the highest possible rating that can be awarded in an audit.

Freiburg – Facial nerve paralysis, also known as facial palsy, can significantly impair everyday movements such as smiling or fully closing one’s eye. To objectively assess facial function and make changes in the course of the disease measurable, an international research team—including the Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery at the University Medical Center Freiburg and industrial partners from the Netherlands and Germany—is developing an AI-based system for analyzing video recordings.

Jerusalem – Researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Hadassah Medical Center investigated whether chronic inflammation in the mouth can affect female reproductive health.

Digitalization has permanently transformed dental technology—not as a short-lived trend, but as a profound structural shift. While...

Berlin – The AWMF has updated the S2k guideline titled “Dental Units: Hygienic Requirements for Water.” The update took into account changes in German and European legal frameworks. The sampling of process water was also reevaluated.

Berlin – The German Dental Association (BZÄK) welcomes the fact that Federal Health Minister Dr. Carsten Linnemann intends to continue the initiative to reduce bureaucracy launched by his predecessor, Nina Warken, and is also addressing the bureaucratic burden on dental practices, using oral mirrors as an example.

Berlin – As of June 12, 2026, minor asylum seekers are entitled to more comprehensive medical and dental care.

Halle – The state-of-the-art imaging robot “Loop-X” has been in use since May 2026 at the University Clinic and Outpatient Clinic for Oral and Maxillofacial and Plastic Facial Surgery at the University Medical Center Halle. The mobile device can generate three-dimensional cross-sectional images during surgery, guide surgical instruments, and assist with surgical planning.

The 2018 classification of periodontal diseases has become standard in Germany as well—at the very latest since its inclusion in the BEMA treatment guidelines...

Brazil – In a randomized clinical trial, omega-3 fatty acids and low-dose acetylsalicylic acid produced clinical results comparable to those of amoxicillin and metronidazole after one year. In cases of severe periodontitis, omega-3 fatty acids and low-dose acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) may effectively complement periodontitis treatment. This is suggested by the results of a multicenter, placebo-controlled, double-blind study involving 109 adults, which was published in the Journal of Periodontology.

The implant manufacturer has launched a strategic clinical and scientific partnership with the oral surgeon and regeneration expert.

To give dentists the utmost confidence in their decisions, W&H is continuing its popular “Test the Best” promotion this year as well...

The German Society for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery has a new board of directors.

The Cuxhaven-based materials manufacturer and the Turkish machine builder are joining forces for validated CAD/CAM manufacturing

The Hilzingen-based manufacturer and the Italian furniture specialist are planning integrated solutions for medical practices and laboratories.

A new guide for parents published by the Hessian Dental Association is designed to support parents through all stages of dental care, from pregnancy through adolescence.

In addition to facts and figures, the new continuing education index and an interview with Ivoclar CMO Frontull are two highlights of the current issue.

The independent research and consulting firm has been led by a three-person management team since July 2026.

Bavaria aims to promote health literacy as early as preschool age and is distributing a free storybook.

The Federal Statistical Office tracks the income and revenue of German medical practices.

The Council criticizes the lack of transparency regarding the sender but, due to the corrective measures taken, does not issue a reprimand.

The latest iO Kids model features a Marvel design. The commercial features a boy in a Spider-Man costume and P&G brand ambassador Kai Pflaume.

The Hamburg-based specialists in B2B communications for the dental market have secured the account of the billing specialist based in Eppelheim.

In July 2026, the e-health company and Asgard-Verlag, a publisher specializing in billing, will launch a content partnership.

In an interview with Dr. Jan Koch, Jennifer Wetendorf discusses digital dental assistant training and the shortage of skilled workers in dental practices. The article “Dental Assistant Training: Retaining Skilled Workers, ‘Saving Seals’” first appeared on mgb dental.

Corrosion can impair the function and service life of medical instruments. In a new series of live webinars, MELAG demonstrates how practice teams...

The government district in Berlin is currently in a state of slumber. It's summer recess. But the calm won't last long. Chancellor Merz and his team...

Providing information to patients who speak other languages and ensuring they receive appropriate and professional care despite potential communication or language barriers...

The Association of German Dental Technicians' Guilds (VDZI) congratulates Dr. Carsten Linnemann on his upcoming appointment as Federal Minister of Health...

Accountability, Responsibility, and Organization in the Dental Practice. The practice is familiar with this request: An anxious patient wants “everything in one...

Missing Teeth: A New S3 Guideline Improves Care for Children and Adolescents with Oligodontia The article “When Permanent Teeth Are Missing” first appeared on mgb dental.

At the 2026 Dental Marketing Awards, bredent medical received three awards for outstanding marketing and communication campaigns. The article “Awards at the 2026 Dental Marketing Awards” first appeared on mgb dental.

Aesthetics, function, and long-term stability are inextricably linked. In modern implantology, it is not just the implant that matters...

GC Europe has partnered with the Tanzanian health organization THEDI, the British oral health charity Bridge2Aid, Colgate-Palmolive...

In the future, medical handwashing stations will require only a single connection for cold water that meets drinking water standards.

Start small, stick with it, grow together—just as with any daily routine, this applies especially to children’s dental care. To help families...

Tooth decay, erosion, periodontitis, or dry mouth may be reasons to take a closer look at your eating habits. But how do individual recommendations...

For this issue of ZWP, we speak with Dr. Philipp Eble about the use of DVT in endodontic practice. The discussion also covers the S2k guideline...

Even brief, regular exposure to cigarette smoke caused measurable changes in the tooth enamel of young rats. This is shown by a study conducted by...

Focus Money and Deutschland Test recognize SprintRay for its innovative strength, sustainability, and attractive growth prospects. The article “Innovation Needs Talent” first appeared on mgb dental.

Since the work by Petersilka et al. in 2004 on the subgingival application of powder-water jet (PWS) technology using low-abrasive powders...

When health insurance companies invest money, the law requires that losses be ruled out. In many cases, however, there are reportedly total losses amounting to millions...

While young men are most likely to look under the hood, many women continue to be drawn to doctors' and dentists' offices.

Berlin – New faces, new teams, new perspectives for dentistry: On August 1, dental practices across Germany once again welcomed numerous prospective dental assistants (ZFA) as they began their training. For the Free Association of German Dentists (FVDZ), one thing is clear: training is an expression of true independent practice and an investment in strong practice teams as well as in the future of outpatient dentistry.

Leipzig – Just before the start of the festive “fifth season,” dentists and their practice teams can look forward to three high-caliber continuing education days as part of the 14th Annual Meeting of the German Society for Endodontology and Dental Traumatology (DGET) at the Hilton Hotel. Expert speakers will present updates on clinically relevant topics, and the session titled “Learning from Your Own Mistakes” is sure to be of great interest.

About 350 participants attended the 73rd Annual Meeting of the German Society for Prosthetic Dentistry and Biomaterials (DGPZB) in Bonn. The article “Prosthetic Dentistry Meets Medicine” first appeared on mgb dental.

LinkedIn has examined which German cities and regions—outside of major metropolitan areas such as Munich, Berlin, and Hamburg—have the most dynamic job markets...

The ability to chew freely and painlessly is one of the pillars on which our well-being rests—every day, throughout our lives. Under the motto “Health Starts in the Mouth—Chew Your Way to Fitness!”, Dental Health Day 2026 highlights this important connection. The article “Health Starts in the Mouth—Chew Your Way to Fitness!” first appeared on mgb dental.

Leipzig – According to current scientific knowledge, there is no reason to generally avoid milk or dairy products after wisdom tooth surgery. A new study found no evidence that milk impairs wound healing or increases the risk of infection.

Infodemiology Debunks Fluoride Myths: Prof. Noack Explains the EFSA Reassessment and How Financial Interests Drive Fake News. The article “Infodemiology: The Scientific Response to Fake News” first appeared on mgb dental.

Bonn – With the new FVDZ “GREEN DENTISTRY Award,” the Free Association of German Dentists (FVDZ) has established, for the first time, a funding and recognition program designed to highlight outstanding projects, initiatives, and individuals in the field of dentistry. The goal of the award is to recognize resource awareness, innovative ideas for the future, and social commitment, and to bring the profession’s diverse achievements more into the public eye.

You’ve passed the ZFA exam—with your certificate, you now have official proof that you can organize, reassure, assist, disinfect, think on your feet, and remain friendly. The article “ZFA Training Complete: Say Cheese!” first appeared on mgb dental.

Madrid – The study “Winning Margins: The Impact of Oral Health on Athlete Performance” examines how oral health can influence athletic performance through a variety of biological, nutritional, and psychological mechanisms.

Breastfeeding is considered the recommended method of feeding for infants and plays a central role in the health of both the child and the mother. Nevertheless, particularly...

Aging is not merely a chronological process, but primarily a biological one characterized by cellular, immunological, and microbial changes...

Berlin – The German Dental Association (BZÄK) congratulates Dr. Carsten Linnemann on assuming the office of Federal Minister of Health and wishes him every success and good fortune in his new role. Dr. Romy Ermler, MBA, President of the BZÄK: “Ensuring the health care system is prepared for the future is the central task of all stakeholders in the health care sector.”

The goal of pediatric preventive care is to prevent oral diseases at an early stage, establish health-promoting behaviors, and raise lasting awareness of the importance of oral health. The article “Why Pediatric Preventive Care Is Much More Than Just Cavity Prevention” first appeared on mgb dental.

Through their new partnership, Voco and Redon, a manufacturer of milling and 3D printing machines, are laying the groundwork for high-performance CAD/CAM manufacturing. The article “Precise Milling Processes for Composites” first appeared on mgb dental.

Munich – For years, the FVDZ Bavaria has been criticizing the ever-increasing bureaucratic burden on dental practices. In light of the change in leadership at the Federal Ministry of Health, the FVDZ is calling on lawmakers—and thus Nina Warken’s successor at the Federal Ministry of Health—to finally implement effective measures to ease this burden. The current level of regulation ties up time, staff, and financial resources—at the expense of patients, without any benefit to the quality of their care.

Hofheim – Professor Dr. Dr. Matthias Schneider is the new president of the German Society for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (DGMKG). The Dresden-based oral and maxillofacial surgeon is taking office at a time when the broader context for medicine and health care is undergoing noticeable changes.

Giessen / Marburg – For over 50 years, the Center for Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Medicine at the University Hospital of Giessen has been successfully training dental assistants (ZFA). This anniversary symbolizes not only tradition and continuity, but also the profound transformation of a multifaceted healthcare profession.