NEWS

As November draws to a close, the London Dental Institute stands energised by lively Study Clubs, creative developments behind the scenes, and a renewed sense of momentum as it heads into an exciting new year.

Sandblasting the enamel for just a few seconds before bonding fixed mandibular retainers can reduce debonding rates by around threefold compared with traditional pumicing, offering a simple, reproducible way to improve long-term retention and cut re-bonding appointments.

At the LDi, learning never feels isolating. With 1:1 case support, extra lessons, and live study clubs, every dentist has someone to turn to — you never walk alone.

October at the London Dental Institute has been a month of progress, new beginnings and exciting developments, from welcoming new faculty and producing upcoming webinars to launching our very first online short course, Complete Composites.

Pre-chilling articaine improves patient comfort and early success in mandibular molar anaesthesia, but increasing the dose remains more effective for sustained pain control.

Oral health mirrors overall wellbeing, yet billions still endure preventable disease due to unequal access and rising risks; by expanding high quality postgraduate training so dentists can deliver advanced care within their own communities, we can begin to close the gap and improve lives.

The London Dental Institute’s Fundamentals Module provides dentists with a structured and supportive starting point that eases the transition back into academic study and builds clarity, confidence, and momentum from day one of their postgraduate journey.

This September, the London Dental Institute welcomes a new cohort, expands its faculty with inspiring experts, celebrates record-breaking Study Clubs, and invites dentists worldwide to join its diploma programmes and growing community.

A new randomised clinical trial shows that switching from a manual to an oscillating-rotating electric toothbrush can significantly reduce plaque and gingivitis in just four weeks.

Progress in dentistry is rarely dramatic; it’s the steady, often unnoticed steps in skill, confidence, and learning that shape a fulfilling career.

LDi diplomas pay off in three key ways: retaining patients in-house, opening high-value treatment streams like implantology, and boosting acceptance of higher-value cases for long-term practice growth.

A Dentist Entrepreneur balances clinical care with business responsibilities, including managing finances, marketing, and long-term planning. This article explores how dentists can embrace their entrepreneurial role without feeling like they’re “selling,” focusing on sustainable practice growth, clear communication, and aligning professional values with patient care.