Here are the most important COVID-19 highlights presented by Dr. Aaron Burry, Associate Director of Professional Affairs and CDA staff lead on COVID-19. CDA COVID-19 Roundup (9.05")
Metabolic syndrome is considered by some health experts to be the most troubling chronic health crisis in North America today, where the prevalence in the US alone is 38% of the adult population. The condition is characterized as a clustering of 3 out 5 medical conditions and is associated with the risk of developing cardiovascular […]
In six short months, the COVID-19 pandemic has forced a major rethink of how dentists run their practices. From patient screening to PPE and aerosol generation, every process and procedure is now being looked at through the lens of infection control. For many general dentists, such an extensive overhaul of practice has raised many questions. […]
Taking an accurate impression for a fixed dental prosthesis is a challenge that requires a strong understanding of the anatomy surrounding the finish line, the materials used, and the correct use of the impression tray. Recent studies within a commercial dental laboratory showed that 86% of crown and bridge impressions contained at least one detectable […]
Temporization following implant placement is more than just a throwaway step at the end of a surgical procedure, it is an integral part of the implant process and an essential factor in achieving optimal aesthetics. According Dr. Avi Shelemay, a periodontist from Ottawa, temporization is ultimately what makes an implant look like a real tooth. […]
Like all acute clinical scenarios, acute apical abscesses have a way of presenting themselves just when you don’t want them to. And though there is always a temptation to prescribe antibiotics and schedule the patient for a more convenient time, Dr. Rodrigo Cunha, an endodontist from Winnipeg, believes that antibiotics alone should not be the […]
The tissues of the oral cavity are notoriously difficult to preserve. And once they have been lost, it can be near impossible to restore them. For this reason, new guidelines from the International Association of Dental Trauma recommend that the primary goal in the treatment of dental trauma is to preserve natural dentition and the […]
In this latest roundtable discussion from the Canadian Association for Dental Research, three expert panelists present their latest research projects on oral cancer. Dr. Denise Laronde, University of British Columbia gives valuable insight into her ongoing study of the prevalence of oral cancer in South Asian populations, both in Canada and abroad. Dr. Belinda Nicolau, […]