With increasing awareness of climate change, sustainability in dentistry has become more than just a talking point—it’s quickly becoming an expectation. Dentistry contributes roughly 3% of the total healthcare industry’s carbon footprint, largely due to disposable products, energy consumption, and travel emissions.1 This means dental professionals and practice owners have a unique opportunity: to deliver excellent … Read more
As the dental profession navigates a rapidly evolving landscape, one theme is set to dominate conversations in 2025: sustainability. With increasing awareness of climate change and environmental challenges, the integration of eco-friendly practices in dental hygiene is no longer optional, it’s essential. Understanding sustainability in dentistry Sustainability in dentistry is about balancing oral health and … Read more
Dr. Christophe Bedos, a full professor in the Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences at McGill University, shares the story behind his efforts to make the university’s dental faculty one of the world’s first fully sustainable dental faculties. He explains why this initiative is more critical than ever, especially when considering the next … Read more
In today’s competitive dental landscape, standing out requires more than just excellent clinical skills. A strong brand that resonates with patients is essential for long-term success. Dentists and practice owners must adopt innovative strategies to build a compelling brand that keeps pace with evolving consumer expectations. There are numerous ways dental offices can enhance their … Read more
Key points Abstract As healthcare professionals in a developed country, we can no longer ignore the environmental consequences of our professional activities. The pandemic only served to increase the amount of waste we produce in delivering our services in a safe manner. This paper encompasses a literature review from 2014-2023 that identifies interventions that can … Read more
Commit or reinvest to tracking and measuring progress with these efforts. Ensure this progress is communicated to breath fresh life into sustainability programs.
In its quarterly Outlook Pulse Survey released April 2024, global financial services firm EY reports that the 1,200 CEOs surveyed worldwide prioritize AI transformation as an immediate productivity-boosting action and investment. In fact, 47% of those respondents anticipate investing in AI and other technologies over the next 12 months. Comparatively, 16% of those execs surveyed … Read more
The Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences at McGill University is taking significant strides towards environmental sustainability under the guidance of Professor Dr. Christophe Bedos. With a new initiative funded by the McGill Sustainability Projects Fund, Dr. Bedos is leading efforts to integrate eco-friendly practices into dental education and operations. A Step Towards … Read more
FDI World Dental Federation (FDI) is hosting the second edition of its virtual Summit on Sustainability in Dentistry on June 18-20, 2024. FDI held the first sustainability summit last year in honour of World Environment Day, which was a great success. The event is a way to distribute information about improving sustainability for dental practices … Read more
In recent years, the environmental impact of various industries has come under scrutiny, and dentistry has been no exception to this trend. Overall, the need to remain sanitary for each patient stands as the primary contributor to this environmental burden, followed by common practices such as patients traveling to dental offices, the extensive use of … Read more
Dentsply Sirona is committed to driving sustainability internally and enabling the industry to advance with confidence towards a more sustainable future. Three years ago, the company launched its sustainability strategy “BEYOND: Taking action for a brighter world” to positively contribute to environmental, social, and governance goals. Dentsply Sirona published its third sustainability report in September, … Read more
Sustainability in dental practices is a growing concern as we move towards global initiatives for a greener future. The significance of sustainability in dental practices extends beyond the immediate clinical setting. As the global population continues to grow, so does the demand for healthcare services, particularly dental hygiene care. This surge in demand places unprecedented … Read more
Newcom Media Inc · Episode 8 – Building a More Sustainable Dental Industry Read the audio transcript below: Dr. Luisa Schuldt (LS): Hi everyone. Welcome to Brush Up, presented by Oral Health Group, the dental podcast where we speak with industry experts to discuss a variety of topics such as technology, finance and practice management. … Read more
Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) announced the publication of its 2022 Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report, titled “Delivering Solutions for a Healthier Tomorrow.” As part of the Company’s work to enhance its disclosures, Henry Schein reported on its sustainability efforts in 2022 in accordance with Sustainability Accounting Standards Board and Global Reporting Initiative Standards. … Read more
FDI World Dental Federation (FDI) has announced its Sustainability in Dentistry Summit, taking place on World Environment Day (June 5). FDI is proud to host this virtual summit, continuing their sustainability initiative that began two years ago. “The summit promises to deliver captivating case studies, innovative ideas, and research projects, all dedicated to reducing the … Read more
Dentsply Sirona had an impressive showing at IDS with a massive 1900m² space that spotlighted its latest innovations, 40 hours of clinical education, and multiple activities throughout the five days. With hundreds of employees joining from all over the world, ready to support customer needs, the company rallied the wider dental community to stand United … Read more
Marking the first anniversary of its sustainability strategy ‘BEYOND: Taking Action for a Brighter World’, Dentsply Sirona launches its Sustainability Educational Curriculum to help dentists make their own practices more sustainable. Sustainability in dentistry is now a key challenge for the oral healthcare sector, with a large majority of dentists – 7 out of 10 … Read more
Dental practices can use the tools as a guide to make their work more environmentally sustainable and by tracking progress they can achieve recognition awards for their efforts. FDI World Dental Federation (FDI) today launched a Toolkit for Sustainable Dentistry, to help dental practices understand what actions they can take to ensure their work is … Read more
Ivoclar Inc. North America announced a major investment in solar energy to power its Amherst, NY corporate headquarters, transitioning from fossil fuel dependent to renewable energy as part of the company’s continued global commitment to a safer, healthier environment. The nearly $1 million clean energy project started in 2020 and completed in December 2021 is … Read more