This video procedure is available on the Dental Procedure Education System (DPES) of the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Toronto The video was developed by Dr. Karina Roth Context When the pulp is injured or diseased and is unable to repair itself, it becomes inflamed and will eventually become necrotic (i.e., dead). Root […]
This Urgent Care Scenario (USC) is presented by the JCDA Oasis Team in collaboration with Dr. Gary Klasser. The USC is also available on Oasis Help Definition Constant, unremitting pain (often perceived within deep tissues) presenting extraorally and/or intraorally with variable and fluctuating intensity. Also known as continuous neuropathic orofacial pain (formerly known as atypical […]
This post is an adaptation of the Enamel-dentin-pulp fracture article found in the Dental Trauma Guide A fracture involving enamel and dentin with loss of tooth structure and exposure of the pulp. Etiology Diagnosis Description: A fracture involving enamel and dentin with loss of tooth structure and exposure of the pulp. Visual signs: Visible loss of […]
This question was submitted by a general dentist: What determines how I wash my hands and with hat agents? Dr. Nita Mazurat, representing the Organization for Safety, Asepsis, and Prevention (OSAP) has provided this quick initial response The answer to this question depends on the treatment being performing and whether or not you wish to […]
This video presentation is available through the School of Dentistry at the University of Michigan The video is presented by Dr. Jeffrey Shotwell, Associate Professor Emeritus of Dentistry, Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry Context Determine and mark the physical location of the implants on the model. Block the model art to make the x-ray and […]
This Urgent Care Scenario is presented by the JCDA Oasis Team in Collaboration with Dr. Sahza Hatibovic. It is also available on Oasis Help Definition Upper incisors missing mesial or distal corner of the tooth with pulp exposure. Oral trauma is an unpredictable, painful, and stressful event for the child and family. Behaviour management is crucial: […]
This Systematic Review Summary is adapted from the article published on the ADA Center for Evidence-Based Dentistry website: The effects of functional appliances on mandibular growth during mixed dentition are unlikely to be of clinical importance Read the full commentary Clinical Question In mixed-dentition patients, what is the short-term effectiveness of functional appliances (FAs) compared to untreated controls […]
This Urgent Care Scenario is presented by the JCDA Oasis Team in collaboration with Dr. Alan Milnes. It is also available on Oasis Help Definition Pain usually associated with a carious lesion that is obvious clinically or radiographically Resources American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Reference Manual. Guideline on pulp therapy for primary and immature permanent […]