News Bites from CDA Knowledge Networks – 2016/10/05
Top 5 Must Read
- New Senate bill takes aim at junk food ads directed at kids
- FDA warns against the use of homeopathic teething tablets and gels
- California Dental Association Journal puts sugar in the spotlight
- Promising biomaterial to build better bones with 3-D printing
- MouthHealthy Halloween headquarters
Canadian dentistry news
Neutrophil “subtype” research wins big at American Academy of Periodontology Annual Meeting. dentistry.utoronto.ca: Siavash Hassanpour, a third year periodontology resident, was awarded first prize in the “basic science” category at the San Diego research forum, and also shares first prize in the “clinical impact” category honouring the project “most likely to change the way patients are treated.” Read more
Dr. Edwin Chan award recipient at 2016 CAPD/ACDP Annual Meeting. publications.mcgill.ca: Dr. Edwin Chan and his co-authors won first prize in the annual 3M Oral Care Graduate Student Research Presentations and Awards. Read more
Dentists call for return of fluoride in Moncton water. cbc.ca: Tooth decay up 50% with 5-year moratorium on fluoride use coming to an end on Dec. 31. Read more
Announcement – New Director of NCOHR. ncohr-rcrsb.ca: Dr. Alain Moreau is appointed Director of the Network for Canadian Oral Health Research (NCOHR). Read more
New Senate bill takes aim at junk food ads directed at kids. ctvnews.ca: Sen. Nancy Greene Raine unveiled the details of Bill S-228 which would amend the Food and Drugs Act to make it illegal to package and advertise junk food, sugary drinks, chewing gum and anything unhealthy that can be mixed with food to pre-teen children across Canada. Read more
Lack of ‘adequate evidence’ makes vaping regulations difficult, Philpott says. cbc.ca: Liberals plan to introduce new rules this fall as part of government’s long-term tobacco strategy. Read more
New P.E.I. health act will disclose privacy breaches. cbc.ca: P.E.I.’s not-yet-proclaimed Health Information Act lays out new procedures in the event of privacy breaches. Read more
Ontario campus counsellors say they’re drowning in mental health needs. cbc.ca: Survey of 25,000 students found rise in rates of anxiety, depression and suicide attempts. Read more
International dentistry news
FDA warns against the use of homeopathic teething tablets and gels. fda.gov: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers that homeopathic teething tablets and gels may pose a risk to infants and children. Read more
Infection outbreak shines light on water risks at dentists’ offices. npr.org: The Orange County Health Care Agency in California says that nearly two dozen children who received pulpotomies are thought to have developed dangerous bacterial infections. Read more
HPI: Unmet dental needs falling for children, rising for low-income adults, seniors. ada.org: Unmet dental needs are falling among children, but rising among low-income adults and seniors, according to the ADA Health Policy Institute. Read more
October is Health Literacy Month. ada.org: Health Literacy Month is a good time for dental professionals to brush up on health literacy basics, such as using plain language and confirming comprehension when talking with patients. Read more
Dr. William Calnon elected president of ADA Foundation. ada.org: Dr. Calnon goals include further strengthening the bond between the Association and the Foundation, spurring the involvement of more stakeholders in its programs, and showcasing the impact of the Foundation’s initiatives to the public. Read more
ADA members campaign for Congress. ada.org: Four American Dental Association member dentists are running for Congress with support from the American Dental Political Action Committee. Read more
ADA unveils revamped CE Online website. ada.org: In an effort to help members who go online for their continuing education, the ADA unveiled new ADA Online CE website, which the Association says is more functional and efficient. Read more
FDI unites in the fight against fake medicines. fdiworldental.org: A new interactive video was launched today by the World Health Professions Alliance to help educate the public, healthcare professionals and policymakers on the dangers of fake (counterfeit) medicines. Read more and watch video
Touro College unveils New York State’s first new dental school in nearly 50 years. touro.edu: The Touro College of Dental Medicine at NYMC will fill a void in dental education and improve access to oral health care, particularly in underserved rural and urban communities throughout the region. Read more
BDA: Online pharmacies dispensing antibiotics like sweeties. bda.org: The British Dental Association joined with leading medical organisations to express concern that antibiotics are being prescribed to patients online often with no medical checks. Read more
Snapshots of American dentistry. ada.org: Reasons why adults do not visit the dentist more often. Read more
Clinical & scientific news
Medical journals takeover sparks junk science fears. startouch.theswtar.com: Srinubabu Gedela’s purchase of Canada’s top medical publications has sent shockwaves through the research community. Read more
New criteria specify when antibiotics are appropriate for dental patients with artificial joints and implants. newsroom.aaos.org: Most patients with implants do not need antibiotics before dental procedures. Read more
California Dental Association Journal puts sugar in the spotlight. cda.org: The October Journal of the California Dental Association is designed to encourage dentists to consider their part in the latest movement to curb nutrition-related chronic disease. Read more
Can eating too much sugar cause type 2 diabetes? cbsnews.com: A new study may hint at why some patients end up with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes even when they don’t appear to have all of the typical risk factors such as age, obesity, and an unhealthy diet. Read more
Gum disease genes identified by Columbia researchers. eurekalert.org: Identification of the genes represents a vital step toward developing compounds that can be used in targeted, individualized treatment of severe periodontitis, before loss of teeth and supportive bone occurs. Read more
Professor Robert Hill presents first data on dental fillings for smart repair of tooth decay. news-medical.net: The data indicates smart repair of tooth decay, prolonging the life of composite fillings and reducing the need for mercury based amalgams. It also indicates a significant step forward in tooth restorative materials. Read more
Education for nursing home staff and/or residents to improve residents’ oral health. cochraneohg.wordpress.com: A systematic review to examine the evidence about the effectiveness of oral health education for nursing staff or nursing home residents compared to usual care for improving residents’ oral health. Read more
Zika infection causes developing cranial cells to secrete neurotoxic levels of immune molecules. med.stanford.edu: A new study from Stanford found that the infection can affect the cells that give rise to the bones and cartilage of the skull and face. Read more
Promising biomaterial to build better bones with 3-D printing. news.northwestern.edu: A Northwestern University research team has developed a 3-D printable ink that produces a synthetic bone implant that rapidly induces bone regeneration and growth. Read more
Have more than eight dental fillings? It could increase the mercury levels in your blood. sciencedaily.com: Dental surface restorations composed of dental amalgam, a mixture of mercury, silver, tin and other metals, significantly contribute to prolonged mercury levels in the body, according to new research from the University of Georgia’s department of environmental health science in the College of Public Health. Read more
Mind your business
The value of good record keeping. RCDSO: It is important to maintain good records at any dental practice. Learn about the guidelines on record keeping and what must be included in all records. Watch short video
The role of opioids in the dental practice. RCDSO: A number of guidelines have been adopted to help dentists and dental practitioners understand the role of opioids, pain management and the risks involved in both within the dental office. Watch short video
The power of social media. dentaleconomics.com: What can you accomplish with social media? Read more
7 unexpected benefits of CBCT (the 6th one might surprise you). dentaleconomics.com: Read more
Patient information
Oral health information from Health Canada. hc-sc.ca: What can you do to keep your teeth and gums healthy? Read more
The Importance of Seniors’ Oral Health. Nova Scotia Dental Association. Watch short video
Two-minute warning: Should you use an electric or manual toothbrush? digitaltrends.com: Dr. Alice Boghosian spoke to Digital Trends about this gummy conundrum and told us that while there are certainly advantages to using an electric toothbrush, that doesn’t necessarily mean that it will give you cleaner teeth. Read more
Scholastic’s Healthy Teeth. scholastic.com: List of recommended books about brushing for children ages 3 to 7. Also available are posters and downloadable materials. Read more
5 sneaky dental issues that might mean big trouble. goodhousekeeping.com: That pesky pain could just be the tip of the iceberg. Read more
Here’s what dentists recommend, including flossing your teeth. washingtonpost.com: Read more
How to floss your teeth. mouthhealthy.org: Steps to a proper floss. Read more
MouthHealthy Halloween headquarters. mouthhealthykids.org: Pumpkin carving stencils, activity sheets, and more. Read more
10 tips for a healthy Halloween. mouthhealthy.org: Read more
Does gum disease have a link to cancer, dementia, stroke? washingtonpost.com: Read more
Your health & medical news
Common painkillers linked to increased risk of heart failure: study. cbc.ca: Harmless nature of NSAIDs could be a misconception, researchers suggest after study of nearly 10M patients. Read more
Washing out antibacterial soap – Pulling the plug. tvo.org: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced that it will ban many of the ingredients found in antibacterial soaps, such as triclosan and triclocarbin. The Agenda discusses whether Canada should follow the American lead. Watch video
Can you blame your headaches on your thyroid? webmd.com: People with migraines had 40 percent higher risk of thyroid problems, study suggests. Read more
More research cites salt’s potential health risks. webmd.com: Every half-teaspoon or so raises risk of premature death by 12 percent, study suggests. Read more
Yoga as good as physical therapy for back pain. webmd.com: Yoga is as good as physical therapy in reducing chronic low back pain, the most common pain problem in the United States, new research shows. Read more
Mysterious polio-like illness paralyzing U.S. children. nbcnews.com: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that, as of August 2016, there have been 50 cases of confirmed acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) across 24 states. That’s nearly double over 2015. Read more
Continuing education matters
Learn more about conducting clinical research with no-cost online course. ada.org: Health professionals interested in learning how to effectively conduct clinical research can take a course offered online at no cost from National Institutes of Health. Read more
Dalhousie University – Current course offerings
McGill University – Spring/Summer 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
October 19-20 – Evidence-Based Dentistry Champions Conference 2016, in Denver, Colorado. Read more
October 19-22 – ITI Education Week Toronto, Incorporating Best Practices in Implant Dentistry to Minimize Complications. In association with Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital/University of Toronto. Read more
October 20-24 – ADA 2016, America’s Dental Meeting, in Denver, Colorado. Registration now open!
November 10-13 – Carestream Dental’s New Global Oral Health Summit, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Read more
November 25-30 – 92nd Annual Greater New York Dental Meeting. Read more
January 9-11, 2017 – OSAP Dental Infection Control Boot Camp, in Atlanta, Georgia. Read more
March 18-21, 2017 – 2017 ADEA Annual Session & Exhibition, Beyond Boundaries, in Long Beach, California. Read more
March 9-11, 2017 – Pacific Dental Conference, in Vancouver, British Columbia. Read more
March 10-12, 2017 –29th Annual Meeting on Special Care Dentistry, in Charlotte, North Carolina. Read more
April 18-21, 2017 – AACD 2017 Las Vegas: A winning approach to comprehensive cosmetic dentistry education, Las Vegas, Nevada. Read more
April 26-29, 2017 – AAE 2017, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Annual meeting of the American Association of Endodontists. Save the date
May 4-6, 2017 – Ontario Dental Association Annual Spring Meeting, ASM150, in Toronto, Ontario. Save the date
May 4-6, 2017 – ITI World Symposium, in Basel, Switzerland. Read more
May 25-27, 2017 – British Dental Conference & Exhibition 2017, in Manchester. Read more
May 25-28, 2017 – Jasper Dental Congress 2017, in Jasper, Alberta. Save the date
May 25-28, 2017 – American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry’s 70th Annual Session, in Washington, DC. Save the date
May 26-30, 2017 – Journées dentaires internationales du Québec, in Montréal, Québec. Save the date
July 13-15, 2017 – AGD 2017, the premier meeting for general dentistry, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Save the date
August 29- September 1, 2016 – FDI World Dental Congress in Madrid, Spain. Read more
September 9-12, 2017 – American Academy of Periodontology 103rd annual meeting, in Boston, Mass. Save the date
September 15-17, 2017 – American Academy for Oral Systemic Health (AAOSH) 2017 Scientific Session, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Integrative dental medicine: Reuniting the mouth with the body. 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
happymouth anticavity rinse. happy-mouth.com: Made in Canada, this anti-cavity moisturizer is a mouthwash that prevents cavities while being all natural. Read more
Dentsply Sirona Laser Days: International exchange on modern laser dentistry. Dentsply Sirona: At this year’s third annual “Laser Days,” Dentsply Sirona again offered 52 international laser users and scientists from 21 countries an ideal platform for exchanging ideas and experiences. Read more
Breathometer’s Mint works with a smartphone to analyze your oral health. venturebeat.com: Breathometer’s Mint is a small plastic device that you breathe into. It syncs via Bluetooth with your smartphone and then analyzes what kind of germs you have in your mouth. Read more
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