News Bites from CDA Knowledge Networks – 2016/03/23
Top 3 Must Read
- FDA proposes ban on most powdered medical gloves
- First American woman dentist
- Feline stem cell trial holds hope for treating people with oral disease
Canadian dentistry news
Dr. Mary McNally, ADEA Johnson & Johnson Healthcare Products Enid A. Neidle Scholar-in-Residence Program for Women. adea.org: Read more
Cardiac art competition 2016 winners announced. ubc.ca: This year the renewed Dentistry curriculum, dental students in the cardiovascular block founded their own cardiac art competition, “Artodontia”. Students love the juried competition because it engages their creative side. Read more
Student and new dentist forum. Get your questions answered at Are You Ready for What’s Next? cdspi.com: An evening of expert insights and networking. Read more
Donald Brunette Symposium: Optimizing the Design of Dental Implants. ubc.ca: A full-day symposium that honors UBC Professor Don Brunette’s contributions to dental implantology. The 16 speakers at the symposium will analyze and review the critical data that enables implant success and informs our thinking on implant failure. Read more
Smiles for Miles program provides dental hygiene care to new Canadians. umanitoba.ca: Students in the College of Dentistry are doing their part to put smiles on the faces of newcomers to Canada through a new outreach initiative. Read more
Interprofessional sessions enrich learning for faculty of health sciences students. umanitoba.ca: Students from eight different programs brought their unique perspectives to the “Learning Health Promotion Interprofessionally” sessions. Read more
Iain Hart: A high achiever in and out of the classroom. mcgill.ca: Currently in his third year of studies he radiates positivity in his relationships, patient care and academic achievements. He was awarded the Dr. D.P. Mowry and Dr. Maxwell and Betty L. Goldenberg prizes at this year’s White Coat Ceremony. Read more
All in a day’s work. dal.ca: Looking after the patients who come to the clinic is very much a team effort between students, staff and faculty. Read more
Maryam Tabrizian announced as new associate dean research and graduate studies. mcgill.ca: Dr. Maryam Tabrizian takes on this role as of May 1st. Read more
Sreenath Madathil, PhD Student, to present at IARC Conference. mcgill.ca: A PhD student Sreenath Madathil’s, supervised by Dr. Belinda Nicolau, had his abstract selected for Oral Presentation at the 50th Anniversary Conference International Agency for Research on Cancer. Read more
L’étudiant au D.M.D. Vincent Thibault-Bernier, étoile du Rouge et Or volleyball. ulava.ca: Un futur dentiste leader de son équipe. Lire plus
International dentistry news
FDA proposes ban on most powdered medical gloves. fda.gov: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a proposal to ban most powdered gloves in the United States. This ban is about protecting patients and health care professionals from a danger they might not even be aware of. Read more
First American woman dentist. peoplesworld.org: Lucy Hobbs Taylor became the first American woman graduate of dental school 150 years ago, in February 1866. Read more
Northern Ireland dentists: decay epidemic requires new strategy. bda.org: Launching their manifesto Securing better dental health for all the British Dental Association Northern Ireland set out five key priorities for the next Executive, on strategy, workforce, sugar and bureaucracy. Read more
Dr. Anne Twomey, of the Irish Dental Association on priority issues for IDA. CDA Oasis Live: Watch video
Dispelling myths of root canals through education. aae.org: Root canals aren’t what they used to be. Read more
Sugar levy is a positive step towards addressing children’s dental health crisis in the UK. dentalhealth.org: The British Dental Health Foundation has welcomed the government’s decision to introduce a sugar levy on soft drinks in their latest budget, but now want to put pressure on the food and drinks industry to take real steps in helping to prevent tooth decay in the UK. Read more
Millions of British children face serious risks due to inadequate tooth brushing supervision. dentalhealth.org: Almost four million under 14’s in the UK are at risk of developing serious oral health problems due to inadequate tooth brushing supervision, according to a leading oral health charity. Read more
FDA announces enhanced warnings for immediate-release opioid pain medications related to risks of misuse, abuse, addiction, overdose and death. fda.org: New safety warnings also added to all prescription opioid medications to inform prescribers and patients of additional risks related to opioid use. Read more
FDI President spurs on 5,000 children in their World Oral Health Day race in Hanoi. fdiworldental.org: The WOHD festivities also featured the kick-off of the 1,000 little dentists contest aimed at creating a ‘night brushing movement nationwide’ for a cavity-free Vietnam. Read more
Breaking the mold to spur innovation. adeachartingprogress.wordpress.org: Preview of the unique opportunities that await attendees at the 2016 ADEA CCI Liaisons Summer Meeting in New Orleans. Read more
AAE names Kenneth J. Widelka new executive director. aae.org: The American Association of Endodontists’ Board of Directors has selected Mr. Widelka as Executive Director, effective April 19. Read more
4 common mistakes new dentists must avoid. newdentistblog/ada.org: Getting out of dental school and working in a private practice is an exciting time. Unfortunately, it also means a huge learning curve for young dentists. Read more
Rise in scarlet fever cases shows 49-year high, health experts say. bbc.com: Cases of scarlet fever in England and Wales have risen to the highest level since the 1960s, Public Health England says. Read more
Resurgence of measles, pertussis fueled by vaccine refusals. nih.gov: The findings, published in JAMA, come as an important reminder that successful eradication of infectious diseases depends not only on the availability of safe and effective vaccines, but also on effective communication about the vaccines and the diseases they prevent. Read more
Clinical & scientific news
Feline stem cell trial holds hope for treating people with oral disease. reuters.com: Researchers used stem cells derived from their feline patients with the hope of reducing inflammation and promoting tissue regeneration. Read more
Tooth plaque may hold clues about ancient life. nationalgeographic.com: Archaeologists say dental calculus holds a trove of data to be studied. Read more
Drilling down on dental fears. apa.org: A growing number of psychologists are helping patients overcome dental-related anxiety and other oral health concerns. Read more
Study examines disinfection of mobile devices in health care settings. hfmagazine.com: As smartphone and tablet use grows among facility professionals, health systems need to make sure these traveling surfaces are cleaned properly. Read more
Liquid helps dentists spot cavities on X-rays. suncoastnews.com: The liquid should make it easier for dentists to take a more conservative approach to dealing with tooth decay, according to Benn, professor and director of oral and maxillofacial radiology at Creighton, in Omaha, Nebraska. Read more
Man experiences extreme facial pain due to rare nerve condition. washingtonpost.com: He couldn’t eat, drink or work. And doctors couldn’t explain his searing pain. Read more
Patient information
It doesn’t matter if your glass is half-empty or half-full: Drinking water is always good for your health. mouthhealthy.org: 4 reasons water is the best beverage for your teeth. Read more
Is there a connection between your oral and your physical health? thehealthjournals.com: What if someone told you that your health problems might be solved by going to the dentist? Would you believe them? Read more
What causes discolored teeth and is there any way to cure or prevent staining? medicalxpress.com: Most of the time, the stains are “extrinsic,” affecting the tooth enamel alone, and can be corrected. Read more
Halitosis: Bad breath causes and treatments. webmd.com: You can take steps to prevent and treat halitosis, both at home and with the help of your dentist or doctor. Read more
Your health & medical news
Tips for controlling upper back pain. newdentistblog/ada.org: Consult a physician for any persistent problem, but here are some tips for controlling upper back pain from the ADA Center for Professional Success. Read more
Mindfulness-based stress reduction vs cognitive behavioral therapy for chronic low back pain. jamanetwork.com: This randomized trial compares the effects of mindfulness-based stress reduction vs cognitive behavioral therapy vs usual treatment for improving symptoms and physical function among adult patients with chronic lower back pain. Read more
Health effects of sit-stand desks and interventions aimed to reduce sitting at work are still unproven. cochrane.org: An updated Cochrane Review says that the benefits of a variety of interventions intended to reduce sitting at work are very uncertain. Read more
U.S. cities that could be hit by a Zika outbreak. washingtonpost.com: So far, in the United States, 258 people have gone to hospitals with the Zika virus. None of them acquired the illness from a bug bite in the United States, but that may only be a matter of time. Read more
Stem cell therapy reverses age-related osteoporosis. utoronto.ca: A single injection of stem cells could soon restore the normal bone structure in patients suffering age-related osteoporosis. Read more
Continuing education matters
Dalhousie University – Current course offerings
McGill University – Fall 2015 and spring 2016 continuing education schedules
Université Laval – Formation continue
University of Manitoba – Continuing professional development
Université de Montréal – Formation dentaire continue
University of Alberta – Program and courses
University of British Columbia – Calendar of courses
University of Saskatchewan – Upcoming courses
University of Toronto – Continuing dental education
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry University – Continuing professional development
April 6-9 – American Association of Endodontists 2016, in San Francisco, California. Read more
April 7 – Donald Brunette Symposium: Optimizing the Design of Dental Implants, in Vancouver, BC. Read more
April 14-17 – 23rd International Association for Disability & Oral Health Congress in conjunction with the Special Care Dentistry Association 28th Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois. Read more
April 27-30 – 32nd Annual American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Scientific Session in Toronto, Ontario. Read more
May 5-7 – Ontario Dental Association Annual Spring Meeting 2016, in Toronto, Ontario. Read more
May 12-14 – 2016 Canadian Academy of Periodontology Annual Meeting, in Calgary, Alberta. Read more
May 12-14 – California Dental Association Presents The Art and Science of Dentistry, in Anaheim, California. Read more
May 26-28 – British Dental Conference & Exhibition 2016 in Manchester, England. Read more
May 26-29 – American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry 2015 in San Antonio, Texas. Read more
May 26-29 – Jasper Dental Congress 2016 in Jasper, Alberta. Read more
May 27-31 – Journées dentaires internationales du Québec. Preliminary program now available online. Read more
June 7-9 – 2016 American Dental Education Association (ADEA) Commission on Change and Innovation (CCI) summer meeting, in New Orleans. Read more
June 22-25 – IADR/APR General Session and Exhibition, in Seoul, Republic of Korea. Read more
July 14-17 –Academy of General Dentistry 2016 Boston, Massachusetts. Read more
September 7-10 – FDI Annual World Dental Congress 2016, in Poznan, Poland. Read more
September 10-13 –102nd Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Periodontology in Collaboration with the Japanese Society of Periodontology and Japanese Academy of Clinical Periodontology in San Diego, California. Read more
September 15-17 – Canadian Association of Orthodontists 68th Scientific Meeting, in Charlottetown, PEI. Read more
September 16-17 – 6th Annual AAOSH Scientific Session in Orlando, Florida. Read more
October 20-25 – ADA 2016, America’s Dental Meeting, in Denver, Colorado. Save the date
Dentistry in long-term care course. ada.org: This online CE course is designed to help dental professionals understand how long-term care (LTC) facilities work and how you can work successfully in LTC facilities. You will learn how to deliver care in an environment outside your traditional practice location and care for your patients through their entire life span. Read more
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
Dental Industry News
Carestream Dental participates in 5K to raise funds to provide dental care to developmentally disabled patients. carestreamdental.com: Carestream Dental was honored to become the Gold Tooth sponsor of the Dental Dash; the company is even more proud that over 30 of its employees participated in the 5K to help raise money for the Foundation. Read more
Pulpdent donates fluoride varnish to aid children in Guatemala. ada.org: Pulpdent Corporation announced it will be working with Mil Milagros, a nonprofit organization focused on improving child health in Guatemala, by donating Embrace Fluoride Varnish for the local Guatemalan public schools. Read more
Patterson merits award; its foundation notes milestone. ada.org: Patterson Companies received the BOLD Award from the Association for Corporate Growth on March 4 for increasing its business scope and recalibrating corporate strategy. Read more
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