News Bites from CDA Knowledge Networks – 2014/05/27
News Bites from CDA Knowledge Networks – 2014/05/27
Dear colleagues, Here is a sampling of news items that came across our desks at CDA in the past week. We invite you to send us leads to news stories worth sharing that have come across your desk in the past week and we look forward to hearing from you (jokeefe@cda-adc.ca or 1-800-267-6354 ext. 2297). Best wishes, John
Canadian dentistry news
Dalhousie University hosts a symposium on curing lights May 29-30. Forty opinion leaders from seven countries will speak at the event. Learn more…
Western University study shows the bacteria that cause strep throat can also be used to fight colon cancer. Researchers engineered streptococcal bacteria to attach to tumor cells and cause the immune system to fight it, and thus fight the cancer cells. Learn more…
A motion next month will call on the province of Ontario to require that all municipal drinking water systems in the province contain Health Canada-recommended levels of fluoride. Read the article…
Dalhousie University Faculty of Dentistry is accepting nominations for their Outstanding Alumni Award. Nominate a Dal Dentistry or Dental Hygiene graduate who has made distinctive contributions to his or her community, profession, society at large or to the Faculty no later than June 1. Learn more and nominate an alumnus…
International dentistry news
The American Dental Association creates the Action for Dental Health, a nationwide community-based effort to address barriers to dental health. To document the program’s efforts, the ADA has released a report to congress reaching out to leading persons and organizations for help in addressing these barriers. Read the article…
Maine is now the third state to have dental hygiene therapists in order to address the shortage of dental care in the state. Dental therapists are midlevel dental providers, who are licensed to perform some routine and preventative procedures under the supervision of dentists. So far, the results of dental therapists in Minnesota and Alaska have received great feedback. Learn more and read Minnesota’s results…
The Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) has responded to reports of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) cases in the US by developing a free online toolkit for medical professionals. The kit includes links to information sources and tips for spotting and dealing with the virus. Learn more about MERS in a dental setting and get the kit…
‘Smiles to Go’ is a new dental clinic on wheels in New Haven, Connecticut, providing oral health care at schools, retirement homes, homeless shelters, and to other low-access patients. Learn more…
A Connecticut dentist’s license is suspended after the death of a patient who was having 20 teeth extracted, bone grafting and implants done all in one day. Read the article…
Mind your business
Do you purge your water lines at the beginning of each day and between patients? As the risk of Legionella is heightened in the dental practice, it is important for dental staff to take the necessary precautions. Learn more…
McKenzie Management releases a manual on hiring excellent dental office staff. How to Hire the Best Employee: A Dentist’s Guide to Effective Interviewing gives employers tips on interviewing, analyzing resumes, and saving money. Learn more…
Seven tips on building a successful pediatric dental practice. Read the article…
Continuing education matters
Early bird registration for the FDI Annual World Dental Congress ends May 31. The congress will take place in New Delhi, India September 11-14, 2014. Learn more and register now…
Early bird registration is open through June 30 for the Eco-Dentistry Association’s 2014 Green Dentistry Conference in Provo, Utah (October 17-18). Learn more and register online…
Early bird registration for the Canadian Academy of Restorative Dentistry and Prosthodontics 2014 Scientific Meeting ends July 15. The conference will take place this year in Montreal, September 18-20. Learn more and register…
Please let us know about upcoming continuing education meetings that could be of interest to Canadian dentists by emailing us at oasisdiscussions@cda-adc.ca
Clinical & scientific news
Drinking fluoridated water does not lower IQ, according to a New Zealand study published in the American Journal of Public Health. Learn more…
Probiotics were shown to have a positive effect on oral heath in orthodontic patients with cleft lip and palate. Learn more…
Five tips for parents to help establish good oral care habits early. Read the article…
Early orthodontic treatment could reduce incisor trauma for children with prominent upper front teeth. A UK study explains when it might be advantageous to begin orthodontic treatment in childhood rather than in early adolescence. Read the report…
Red wine may have antibacterial properties that help fight cavities. According to a study published in the Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry, red wine and grape seed extract have antimicrobial effects on oral bacteria. Learn more…
The University of Miami is developing a cost-efficient, quick ‘rinse and spit’ test to detect oral cancer and perhaps even pre-cancer. The test is a simple saline rinse and test strip, and can assess the patient’s risk of about 95% of oral cancers within ten minutes. Read the article…
Proper oral care habits could reduce the risk of heart disease. A study by University of Florida says that the bacteria that cause periodontitis can also cause heart disease. Learn more…
Natural products show promise in preventative dental care. Licorice root and coconut oil were studied by the American Chemical Society and the Society for General Microbiology, respectively, and found to have antibacterial properties. Learn more…
Energy drinks, frequent meals, high stress and other factors contribute to professional athletes’ overall poor oral health. A study of the dental clinics at the Olympics shows a pattern of trouble in athletes’ teeth. Read the article…
Antibiotic-resistant superbugs are becoming an urgent threat, according to scientists. Surgeries, transplants and treatments for various infections will soon become much more difficult, if not impossible, due to the high number of strains of infections that are resistant to every drug presently known. Read the article…
Dental industry news
Patient Tracker, a new messaging software program that helps manage patients and staff in a time-efficient way. Learn more…
The new Worldwide Dental Industry Acquisition Report, created by the Anaheim Group, details the dental company acquisitions that took place from 2003 to 2013. Learn more and order the report…
DentalVibe is a device that creates vibration at an injection site in order to numb the pain of injections and eliminate fear. Some studies show that the brain senses vibration faster than pain, and therefore the combination of vibration and the injection saw results of patients who did not feel any pain. Read the article…
Fresh Guard by Efferdent is a new product for cleaning appliances such as retainers, mouth guards and removable braces. Available as a soak and a wipe, Fresh Guard offers a way to get rid of bacteria and scum without scratching or otherwise damaging the appliance. Learn more…
If you wish to send us leads to news stories worth sharing that have come across your desk recently, please contact us by email at oasisdiscussions@cda-adc.ca or by toll-free phone at 1-855-716-2747.