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    Necmettin Erbakan University chooses Planmeca for reliability and cutting-edge technology

    Dr Hakan Yasin Gönder, Vice Dean and Chief Physician at Necmettin Erbakan University, leads one of Turkey’s most active dental education centres. Combining clinical responsibilities with academic leadership, he has a clear view of the technology required in modern dental training. He highlights the university’s long and successful collaboration with Planmeca – a partnership that began over a decade ago and continues to support both education and patient care through reliable high-quality solutions. Dr Hakan Yasin Gönder, PhD, has been part of Necmettin Erbakan University since

    Building a learning environment that reflects the future of dentistry

    La Trobe University in Bendigo, Australia, is redefining dental education through a strong commitment to community impact, interdisciplinary learning, and technological advancement. With recent investments in a new state-of-the-art learning facility featuring Planmeca solutions, the university is equipping students with the tools and mindset they need to keep up and succeed in dentistry. La Trobe University’s dentistry and oral health programs are housed within the La Trobe Rural Health School, the largest rural health school in Australia. According to Prof. Santosh Kumar

    Dental Education Summit 2025 returns for its second edition in Helsinki with record attendance

    Dental Education Summit 2025 brought together participants from more than 40 dental schools for a dynamic programme of academic lectures and forward-looking discussions on the evolving landscape of dental education. Held for the second time at Planmeca’s headquarters in Helsinki, the event brought together more participants than ever to exchange ideas and to highlight the role of advanced technologies in transforming dental education. From 30 June to 4 July 2025, representatives from over 40 dental schools gathered in Helsinki, Finland, for the Dental Education Summit 2025 to

    Copenhagen’s School of Oral Health Care supports future dental professionals through solution-oriented partnership with Planmeca

    The School of Oral Health Care at the University of Copenhagen educates future dental hygienists and assistants with a passion for patient safety and preventive healthcare. A fruitful long-term partnership with Planmeca has been key for enhancing the learning experiences of dentistry students. Planmeca had the pleasure of welcoming Bo Danielsen, Director of the School of Oral Health Care at the University of Copenhagen, as one of the keynote speakers at the 2024 Dental Education Summit. Danielsen gave a lecture on the future demands of patient safety and later shared his vision on

    Educating people-centred dentists for rural Australia

    Charles Sturt University recently upgraded the dental units at one of their clinics, significantly enhancing clinical training for students and dental care services for the local community. The decision to choose Planmeca was heavily influenced by their experiences with the previous units and the exceptional service received. Initial feedback on the new units has been overwhelmingly positive – from staff, students, and patients.[Charles_Sturt_University_04.jpg] Beyond the Blue Mountains, approximately a three-and-a-half-hour drive west of Sydney, lies the charming rural town of Orange.

    Planmeca and Plandent Division donate €100,000 to the Finnish Dental Association

    The Finnish Dental Association celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2024. In honour of the occasion, Planmeca and Plandent Division made a joint donation of €100,000 to the organisation. The funds will be channelled towards improving and educating dental professionals on ergonomics and occupational wellbeing in the dental industry.[Lahjoitus_Hammaslaakariliitolle_Planmeca_Plandent_01.jpg] The Finnish Dental Association has been fortifying and supervising the professional, economic, and societal interests of dental professionals in Finland since 6 December 1924. The association works

    Dental Education Summit 2024 explored the future of dental education

    Dental Education Summit 2024 brought together representatives from over 60 dental schools for a series of academic lectures and discussions on the future landscape of dental education. Hosted at Planmeca headquarters in Helsinki, this two-day event fostered knowledge exchange and showcased how the latest tools and technologies in dentistry can augment teaching and learning experiences within dental education. From 2 to 3 July 2024, representatives from over 60 dental schools gathered in Helsinki, Finland, for the Dental Education Summit 2024 to explore the future landscape of

    Preparing dentistry students for the digital future

    At the University of Oulu, digitalisation is not only a buzzword but an integral part of dental education. In Dentopolis, the local hub for dental care, research and education, the journey from a dental school to dental practice is made as smooth as possible with the help of digital learning materials and a trailblazing learning environment, equipped with Planmeca solutions.[Dental simulation environment at University of Oulu] Often, different learning and working environments must adapt to the buildings they are assigned to, with the existing framework and floor plan defining how the

    Unlocking the power of digital dentistry at the University of Helsinki

    In the autumn of 2021, 50 dentistry students embarked on a learning journey within brand-new facilities for dental education at the University of Helsinki. Planmeca delivered simulation equipment for the skills laboratory, in which the students get their first touch to the craftsmanship of dentistry. While Planmeca solutions have facilitated the incorporation of the latest digital technologies into the dentistry curriculum, they have also enabled new approaches to teaching. Two years ago, the dentistry programme at the University of Helsinki found a new home in the recently

    University of Hong Kong empowers future dentists

    Since its establishment in 1982, the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Hong Kong (HKU) has achieved international acclaim as a distinguished centre of dental education. Renowned for its commitment to cutting-edge research and problem-based learning, the faculty has been consistently ranked among the top dental schools in the world. At the heart of HKU’s success lies a dedication to preparing students for the future of dentistry with a fusion of innovative teaching methodologies and digital integration – and a vision to nurture not just skilled dentists, but also responsible global

    Learning dentistry with state-of-the-art instruction and technologies

    The Faculty of Dentistry at the University of British Columbia (UBC) in Vancouver, Canada, recently upgraded their dental chairs and opened a new simulation laboratory with Planmeca solutions. With state-of-the-art equipment, UBC Dentistry ensures their students will continue to receive the best possible dental education experience over the next decade. The previous dental chairs, also manufactured by Planmeca, were used for almost twenty years, serving as a testament to the reliability, exceptional quality, and timeless design of Planmeca products. The University of British

    Sophisticated technology and modern teaching methods shape dentistry curriculum at the University of Eastern Finland

    Building a dynamic learning environment is never an easy task, but being able to design a dentistry curriculum and modern learning facilities from scratch certainly helps. In 2010, the Institute of Dentistry at the University of Eastern Finland (UEF) had the benefit to start from the very beginning to combine a holistic approach on oral health care with the latest technology. 13 years later, the foundation of dental education at UEF still relies on state-of-the-art facilities that enable a seamless transition from simulation to clinical work and a focus on ergonomics and wellbeing.

    Planmeca’s commitment to UBC dental education and patient care

    One of our missions at Planmeca has always been to improve the quality of dental education and help future dentists embrace the latest technologies. Our teaching solutions are the choice of over 300 dental schools worldwide. Therefore, we are honoured to share this article published by our long-time partner, the esteemed University of British Columbia. Our inspiring collaboration goes all the way back to 2005 and continues to thrive, as Planmeca’s solutions have recently been chosen for their upcoming simulation and digital dentistry laboratory project as well as for the oral health centre

    Embracing digital dentistry

    2021 is Planmeca’s 50th anniversary. As part of the milestone year, we are publishing a series of articles written by our own specialists and by dental experts from around the world. In this article, Dr Ali A. Al Eheideb, Dean of the College of Dentistry at King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, provides his perspective on the digitalisation of dental education. Dentistry has a long history, dating back to the dawn of humankind and civilisation. From the first documented evidence in 7000 BC during the Indus Valley civilisation up until present times, dentistry has

    3D printing: Current applications and perspectives – by Dr Carlo Mangano

    2021 is Planmeca’s 50th anniversary. As part of the milestone year, we are publishing a series of articles written by our own specialists and by dental experts from around the world. In this article, Dr Carlo Mangano, President of Digital Dentistry Society (DDS), takes us through the fundamentals of 3D printing, what dentists can expect of digital dental technology in the future and his advice to anyone thinking of making the digital leap. Digital technologies are rapidly spreading in dentistry. Tools, such as intraoral and laboratory scanners, cone beam computed tomography (CBCT),

    Giving back to the community through digital dentistry

    Having a great dentist as a child may sometimes lead you to choose the same profession yourself. This happened to Dr John Olivin Glen-Spyron. With a strong passion for improving people’s health and quality of life, he now runs his own dental clinic, Institute for Oral Health Namibia. Dr John Olivin Glen-Spyron grew up in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia. At school, he was into chemistry, physics and mathematics. Although he had a special interest in medicine early on, he also considered studying chemical engineering but soon realised that he was too much of an extrovert for that

    First Planmeca simulation units in Romania offer new possibilities for dental education

    The first fully digital Planmeca dental treatment simulation units were installed at the University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science, and Technology of Târgu Mureş in Romania in September 2020. To offer their students the possibility to combine case studies with real clinical data, the university decided to invest in Planmeca state-of-the-art equipment. Today, the faculty staff is proud of having the most modern simulation centre in the country. The University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science, and Technology of Târgu Mureş in Romania is the only public university in the country that

    Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Dentistry embraces all-digital era

    Dental schools and universities all over the world are training promising students for a lasting career in dentistry. In Richmond, Virginia, U.S., this mission is carried out by Virginia Commonwealth University, where its School of Dentistry is preparing the next generation of dentists for a digital future. It’s all smiles at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry, where the school’s Director of Digital Dentistry, Dr Sompop Bencharit (pictured centre), has transformed the university’s dental manufacturing with cutting-edge CAD/CAM technology from Planmeca.

    Fully prepared for the future with new technology and continuous learning

    Seppo Lindroos, the founder of Medident Dental Clinic, has seen dentistry evolving quickly over the years. As a technology-enthusiast, he has been eager to develop his competences and learn how to benefit from the latest technology development and incorporate new solutions into his daily workflows. As a latest example, Planmeca’s new intelligent operating lamp with integrated 4K cameras, Planmeca Solanna™ Vision, has quickly become an integrated part of his clinic’s daily work.Seppo Lindroos is an experienced dentist and the founder of Medident dental clinic, located in Helsinki city centre

    “Planmeca listens to its customers”

    Dr Bart Vandenberghe works as an oral and maxillofacial radiologist at Advimago, an imaging clinic and training centre based in Brussels, Belgium. He is a keen believer in the benefits of digital dentistry and a longtime user of Planmeca equipment.The reason why Dr Bart Vandenberghe chose dentistry as a profession in the first place was an accident that occurred in his childhood. “I broke my teeth while skateboarding, and it was a whole mess. Back then, white fillings were quite a new thing and mine kept falling out, leaving me with a big hole on my front teeth. So finally, when I reached

    Digital dentistry has revolutionised dental surgery

    Dr. Zach Evans is a periodontist and Assistant Professor at the Medical University of South Carolina. After starting out performing dental surgery free-hand, he switched to surgical guides and has not looked back. Dr. Evans now uses the Planmeca Romexis® 3D Implant Guide software daily and says he could not live without it. Dr. Zach Evans is a well-respected periodontist and an internationally renowned lecturer, who discovered his passion for dentistry while he was working towards his PhD in Biomedical Science. He realised that in order to become successful he needed and wanted

    Case report: The complete digital implant workflow

    Dr. Kirill Kostin is the co-founder of the PerfectSmile dental clinic and dental study centre in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Today, Dr. Kostin uses Planmeca’s digital dentistry solutions for even the most complicated cases. In the following case report, Dr. Kostin illustrates the digital implant workflow with a clinical case together with his colleagues Dr. M.A. Erohin, Dr. O.Yu. Ponomarev and Dr. M.V. Kozhevin. Clinical case report by Dr. K.A. Kostin, Dr. M.A. Erohin, Dr. O.Yu. Ponomarev and Dr. M.V. Kozhevin Planmeca is known for high-tech innovations and continuous product

    At Dentopolis, Planmeca's university solutions come into their own

    In Oulu, Finland, dental students train for their future profession using, among other things, Planmeca's state-of-the-art dental units and new CAD/CAM teaching solutions. This helps the students adopt the very latest technologies and ergonomic working methods right from the beginning of their studies. An ultra-modern hub for dental care and education Inaugurated on 23 September 2017, Dentopolis is a Finnish dental care, research and education facility jointly administered by the City of Oulu, University of Oulu and Oulu University of Applied Sciences. Now, the education and

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