Digital technology does not make better dentists
Much has been said and written about the last decade and how it has changed the way we live. Take the iPod for example. Back in 2000, who would have thought that in only ten years, you would be able to carry a little touch screen device that allows you to check your electronic mail, measure your heart rate or tell you where you can find the closest Italian restaurant?
Given all of the recent hype, it is easy to think that the future of dentistry also lies in digital technology. According to industry experts, the advantages seem to be at hand. Tooth restorations and replacements, for example, will be less time consuming for the patient, saver and much more reliable.
However, while digital technology is a welcome advancement in most fields of dentistry, it is far from being a revolutionary paradigm shift. It may improve office efficiency or be useful for practice marketing, but it is not likely to make better dentists. The fundamentals of the profession basically remain the same. Whether these technologies will become a must-have for dental practices in the years to come will depend on their affordability and whether insurance companies are willing to reimburse treatment concepts based on them.
As a dental news company, we cannot turn a blind eye to these developments. With a new specialist title called CAD/CAM the international magazine of digital dentistry to be released this spring, we aim to inform you about the latest trends in all fields of digital dentistry. Therefore, the range of topics will include not only CAD/CAM, but also digital imaging or software processing.
If you are interested in receiving a sample copy, we invite you to check our website or visit our booths at all major dental trade shows this year.
