The Office of the Chief Dental Officer of Canada published a synthesis that summarizes existing evidence on the effects of cannabis on oral health and presents the systemic effects of cannabis and the drug interactions (DIs) between cannabis and medications relevant for oral health professionals. Knowledge gaps are identified and evidence-based recommendations are provided to […]
Throughout the upcoming CDA Annual Convention, a variety of expert speakers will share their knowledge and expertise about emerging professional and clinical topics with attending dentists. This year conference speaker and frequent CDA Oasis contributor, Dr. Mark Donaldson is delivering a CDA Oasis session focusing on the legalisation of cannabinoids in Canada and their medicinal effects; […]
Cannabis legalisation in Canada is well into its first year, and employers at companies and businesses large and small are updating their policies concerning impairment in the workplace. But understanding employee and employer rights and responsibilities, federal and provincial laws, and creating appropriate policies can be overwhelming. To help Canadian dentists better navigate cannabis legalisation […]
We’re so excited to bring emerging science and health topics to attendees of the upcoming CDA-CDSS Convention happening this fall in Saskatoon between September 12 and 14, 2019. This gathering, delivered in collaboration with the College of Dental Surgeons of Saskatchewan, features sessions and workshops on new and emerging topics like self-care, nutrition-based stress reduction, and an […]
Following legalization in October of 2018, interprovincial laws dictating where and how Canadians can buy cannabis products have made it difficult for recreational and medicinal consumers to get detailed, customized information about safe cannabis use. To help people better navigate the world of cannabis and educate users, the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP) has made […]
This is a summary of an article that systematically reviewed the literature to investigate the prevalence of periodontal disease among cannabis users. Download the PDF of the summary Chisini LA, Cademartori MG, Francia A, et al. Is the use of Cannabis associated with periodontitis? A systematic review and meta-analysis [published online ahead of print January […]
Dr. Jose Lança is an M.D., Ph.D., and Assistant Professor of Pharmacology in the Faculty of Dentistry, and in the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto. In this interview, PART TWO, we’re talking with Dr. Lança about drug interactions (and implications) that can occur in patients […]
Cannabis has been legal across Canada for six months. Meanwhile consumers and health professionals continue to ask questions about the health effects and long-term implications of using cannabis, particularly when it is inhaled second-hand. In August of 2018, prior to legalization, the Canadian Medical Association Journal Open published the results of a systematic review led […]