In 2007, a patient came into my clinic for a full-mouth rehabilitation. He was panting when he entered. Before I could think about his teeth, I had to think about the person sitting in the dental chair. I asked for his medical history. He produced a file. It was not a dental file. It […]
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The Times Of Dentistry
Will Dental Robots Prepare Crowns in the Future? A Critical Review of the University of Basel Miniature Intraoral Robot
Can Dental Robots Prepare Crowns? A Critical Review of the University of Basel Intraoral Robot : An investigative review of the University of Basel miniature dental robot A report published on 25 June 2026 has drawn attention to a miniature intraoral robot being developed to prepare teeth for crowns1. The concept is compelling: scan the […]
Blogs By Dr. Syed Nabeel
The Biology Beneath the Bite: Occlusion, Implants, and the Logic That Governs Both
In 2010, I was on a late-night international call with an NMD-trained dentist in the United States. I was not calling to argue philosophy. I was calling because something in the biomechanics of daily dentistry refused to sit quietly in my mind. I had been thinking deeply about occlusion, implants, bridges, vertical dimension, force transmission, […]
Blogs By Dr. Syed Nabeel
The Future of Dental Chairs: A Convergence of AI, Automation, and Sustainability
Prologue: A Glimpse into the Future Dr. Jane, a highly accomplished dentist, had been immersed in her demanding practice for years. The weight of continuous patient care, research, and advancing technologies left little room for leisure. Deciding to take a well-earned break, she embarked on a serene holiday to the Alps, seeking solace amidst snow-capped […]