October is Menopause Awareness Month, an opportunity to promote education and support open discussion about menopause. Menopause presents a range of oral health challenges that dentists should be aware of—from dry mouth and burning mouth syndrome to changes in periodontal health and bone density. In this episode of CDA Oasis, Dr. Jessica Metcalfe, a general […]
On October 6, 2026, the Canadian Dental Association (CDA) released From Coverage to Care: An Evidence-informed Assessment of the Canadian Dental Care Plan, a comprehensive assessment of the federal government’s Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP). In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Kirk Preston, CDA president, reflects on the program’s achievements to date, examines the barriers […]