Development of Approaches in Ensuring Dental Health

Technological advancements over the past decades have significantly influenced the development of medicine. These changes have transformed working conditions and the perception of the workplace. People's views and demands have also evolved due to the unlimited access to information.

Human needs, including health-related needs, have shifted, and demographic characteristics are different. Special attention should be given to changes in the understanding of aesthetics. For instance, while toothache was considered almost a normal condition 60 years ago, today, the perception of red and white aesthetics determines success in dental health.

The introduction of new technologies, particularly digitalization across all fields of dentistry, has altered the nature of the profession. These advancements improve the quality of treatment but also impact its cost.

In this presentation, I will analyze the development of dentistry in Bulgaria, examine current trends, and share my vision for the future.