Dental Asia September/October 2026

Dental Asia September/October 2026

Features

Beyond the bite: Why dynamic occlusion matters in modern dentistry
Modern dentistry is moving beyond static bite analysis towards dynamic occlusion, combining established diagnostic techniques with digital technologies such as jaw tracking to better understand function, improve treatment planning and achieve more predictable restorative and prosthodontic outcomes.

More than a seat at the table: Women shaping the future of digital dentistry
The inaugural exocad “Women in Dentistry Lunch” highlights how greater visibility, mentorship, networking and inclusive leadership can empower women to shape the future of digital dentistry and drive innovation through diverse perspectives.

Long-term clinical outcomes of short implants for single-tooth rehabilitation in the posterior mandible
A five-year retrospective study found that 5.5mm and 6.5mm short implants supporting single crowns in the posterior mandible achieved 100% implant and prosthetic survival, with minimal marginal bone loss and few manageable complications, supporting their use as a predictable, less invasive treatment option in selected cases.