This edition examines the impact that technology may be having on oral health related behaviours, and the evidence underpinning some of the most important clinical decisions and advice we offer to our patients. Whilst some of the clinical challenges that we examine in this issue are uncommon, and uncommonly researched, the edition highlights the wide ranging expertise and skill set that a practitioner is expected to have. This issue may just have some clues to the answers to the questions you have been asking yourself!

This edition focusses on the importance of having sound evidence to underpin decision making, especially when under pressure. The need for evidence exists when preventing disease, or replacing failed implants; from time management to the use of technology. And this edition highlights that the “truth” evolves as we seek and find evidence …a journey that should never stop

This issue looks at how carious lesion activity can best be assessed and also has a focus on the impact on both children and their families if caries is not controlled and prevented

This issue looks at a pulp testers, a range of reviews on dental implant treatments, oral care in care homes and adjuncts to periodontal treatment.