Dental Technology News

07 May 2021

Trends in Dental Technology What’s Next in Dentistry

Working in dentistry is one of the most exciting career paths, and the next decade is set to epic in terms of technological development.Despite the setbacks caused by COVID-19, things are looking very pos...

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09 April 2021

New Study Shows Urgent Need to Tackle Oral Health Post-COVID

There has never been a more important time for highly-skilled dentists and dental technicians. Find out more about our clinical dental technician course…The COVID-19 pandemic has meant that a lot of imp...

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25 March 2021

5 Reasons to Study a Dental Technology Degree with the University of Bolton

Do you want to be in the business of putting a smile on people’s faces? Dentistry is a good thought and a viable and lucrative career option, hold on to it. The need for dental technicians is expected to grow faster than many other hea...

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16 March 2021

5 Strange Facts About False Teeth

The history of false teeth is fascinating and has paved the way for the dentures you will come across in your BSc (Hons) Dental Technology degree with the University of Bolton. Here are five of the strangest facts that will furth...

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16 March 2021

Does 3D Printing have a Place in Dentistry?

3D printing is already more widely used in dentistry than many people realise. Everything from drill guides to physical models for prosthodontics use 3D printing. Improvements in 3D printing technology are set to increase its importance ...

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11 January 2021

Dentistry and Dental Technology, what’s the difference?

While dentists are responsible for caring for patients by preventing and treating problems affecting the mouth and teeth, dental technicians develop the actual equipment needed to support this.Dental Technology is more science-bas...

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04 January 2021

Access £4.8m industry-standard labs on our Dental Technology degree

Our Dental Technology degrees are second-to-none, giving you access to equipment you’ll be using in a real world dentistry environment.Dental Technology at the University of Bolton is part of our Centre for Dental Sciences, the ...

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04 January 2021

An industry to put a smile on your face, welcome to Dental Technology

An industry to put a smile on your face, welcome to Dental TechnologyThe need for dental technicians is expected to grow faster than many other health professions and there are plenty of opportunities for career prog...

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25 August 2020

Get inspired - get a degree in BSc Dental Technology

The University of Bolton has been ranked 1st in the North West for Student Satisfaction in the Complete University Guide for the last three years, because students love to learn at Bolton. Our award-winning student services and dedicated...

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20 August 2020

A Career in Dentistry - BSc (Hons) Dental Technology

For anyone thinking of a career in dental care, dental hygiene or any other speciality within dentistry, then this BSc (Hons) Dental Technology degree provides the perfect platform.What you will studyYou wi...

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17 August 2020

Looking for a career path? Get a degree in Dental Technology

Study Dental Technology at the University of Bolton, No.1 in the North West for the past three years in Student Satisfaction in the Complete University Guide and No.2 in Teaching Quality in the Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020.

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02 June 2020

What a career in Dental Technology looks like

Deciding on a career path can seem like a tremendous task to begin with. After studying multiple subjects for years, you finally have an idea about what you enjoy learning and potentially a career to pursue. The next step is to look for ...

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27 May 2020

What does a Dental Technician do?

If you’re fascinated by the world of dentistry but the thought of delving into someone’s mouth and finding bits of food doesn’t appeal to you, then becoming a Dental Technician could be your ideal career move.A Dental Techni...

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07 May 2020

The rapid increase of dental issues for young people in the UK

Did you know that tooth decay is the most common oral issue that affects young people in England? It is also highly preventable. Although oral health treatment and education is improving throughout England, the oral health survey of chil...

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01 May 2020

Dental Technology Understanding the six Dental Technology specialisms

Lockdown is in full swing, people are finding new hobbies, and for those who are starting to build a future, deciding which career to embark upon is the next stage. For those who are interested in the dental sector, researching is essent...

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30 April 2020

The future of Dentistry

Dentistry is a field continually developing to suits patient needs better. Through digital advancements, bio-printing and innovative prevention techniques, the future of dentistry is continuously evolving.In the USA, the ongoing d...

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23 April 2020

The ancient history of dental braces

‘Metal mouth’, ‘Robo-gob’, ‘brace-face’ all common taunting nicknames that have been circulating the playground for decades and although dental braces feature on the teeth of many teens, the history of an orthodontic practice...

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26 June 2019

Caster Semenya and the International Association of Athletics Federations: More ...

The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) have been ordered by the Swiss Supreme Court to suspend their testosterone regulation with immediate effect after a successful appeal of the Court of Arbitration for Sport’s...

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12 June 2019

My Dental Technology BSc (Hons) and FdSc Experience

Studying Dental Technology at the University of Bolton has been an experience which I have thoroughly enjoyed since starting the course in 2016.During my time at this university, I have developed a wide range of skills both academ...

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12 June 2019

North West Study Club for Dental Technicians

Dental Technology Lecturer, Frances Oldroyd has set up the North West Study Club for Dental Technicians. A group that welcomes students so that members can gain knowledge and enhance their skills on key themes relating to Continuing Prof...

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12 June 2019

Variety of Dental Research Projects

Several undergraduate dissertation projects have been undertaken in the final year of Dental Technology focusing on a broad range of dissertation types, namely Experimental Research Project, Survey Research Project and Literature-Based R...

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