This issue features articles on primary tooth extractions, supervised toothbrushing programmes, and pterygoid implants.

Cover image: Hang in there. An ode to the poor prognosis tooth which has weathered the ages, through thick and thin.

This issue features articles on antibiotic prophylaxis, indirect pulp capping, and artificial intelligence.

Cover image: Teamwork. No one-man band here. What’s a practice or procedure without the team behind it?

My venture into illustrations originated as a fun and creative way to relax and learn anatomy and instruments during my commutes to and from my dental foundation year. I was fond of art growing up and had strongly considered going into film-set design and art foundation opposed to the sciences. I wanted to get back into drawing after finishing dental school and I found digital dental illustrations through this.