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 […]
Managing acute orofacial pain is an everyday responsibility in dental practice, but prescribing decisions require careful consideration of effective pain relief, patient safety, and the potential for medication misuse or diversion. In this CDA Oasis Podcast, Dr. Daniel Haas, an internationally renowned expert in dental anaesthesia and professor at the University of Toronto Faculty of […]
Access to basic oral health resources and education remains a challenge for many underserved communities. But sometimes, meaningful change begins with a simple idea and the determination of a few people to make a difference. In this episode of CDA Oasis, twin sisters and aspiring dentists Ashley and Breanna Bolliger share their story as founders […]
Dental trauma can happen anywhere and at any time—on the sports field, at school, at home, or in the workplace. When it does, timely and appropriate action can make a significant difference to a patient’s long-term outcome. In this CDA Oasis podcast, Dr. Liran Levin, President of the International Association of Dental Traumatology, and Dr. […]
Dentists and dental team members are often in a unique position to recognize signs of domestic and intimate partner violence. Injuries to the face, head, neck, and mouth may be among the clinical signs that something is wrong—but knowing what to look for, how to ask appropriate questions, and what to do when concerns arise […]
Across Canada, dental practices continue to face significant workforce challenges, from recruiting and retaining skilled team members to managing increased workloads and maintaining continuity of care. In this environment, maintaining a strong and supportive workplace culture can play a crucial role in creating a practice where people feel valued, engaged, and motivated to stay. In […]
We often talk about oral health as an essential part of overall health. But in practice, how integrated are medical and dental care, and what does it look like when we try to bring the two together? In this CDA Oasis discussion, Madison Howey, a PhD candidate at the University of British Columbia Faculty of […]