Author: DentalPro
OMD hails unprecedented boost to oral health from tobacco tax revenue
The Portuguese Dental Association (OMD) welcomes the allocation of 22.5% of the share of health funding, derived from tobacco tax revenue, specifically to oral health.
Analysis of the dental clinics sector in 2024
The year under review was once again a year of growth for the dental medicine sector. According to data obtained from SABI Informa, the total Operating Income reported by the companies that presented their financial results between 2022 and 2024 amounted to 886 million euros.
FMD-UCP embraces virtual reality in dental training
The Faculty of Dental Medicine of the Portuguese Catholic University (FMD-UCP) has introduced SimToCare simulators into its teaching model, becoming one of the first higher education institutions in Portugal to adopt this virtual reality technology with haptic feedback. The system allows future dentists to train in an immersive and realistic environment.
Malo Clinic announces partnership with Straumann Group
Malo Clinic has just announced a new strategic partnership with the Straumann Group. This collaboration marks a decisive step in the evolution of fully implant-supported oral rehabilitation and reaffirms Malo Clinic’s commitment to clinical excellence, continuous innovation, and the highest standards of patient care.
BTI Director honored with RCOE 2024 Best Scientific Article Award
Eduardo Anitua, Director of BTI, has been awarded the Annual Prize for the Best Scientific Article published in 2024 by RCOE – Revista del Consejo General de Dentistas, a scientific journal published by the Spanish General Council of Dentists.