Le Dr Sébastien Dion a été nommé Président de ls Société dentaire du Nouveau-Brunswick pour l’année 2024-2025. Dentiste généraliste à Edmundston, il s’est engagé très tôt au sein de la médecine dentaire organisée. Dans cette discussion sur l’Oasis de l’ADC, le Dr Dion revient sur son parcours en dentisterie et sur les raisons qui l’on […]
The Canadian Dental Association (CDA) has published a new five-year strategic plan. Forward Focus: Strategic Plan 2024-2029 is the result of almost two years of work by the CDA Strategic Planning Working Group and was approved by the CDA Board of Directors last May. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Bruce Ward, chair of the […]
Imposter syndrome—also known as imposter phenomenon—is a behavioural health phenomenon characterized by self-doubt of intellect, skills, or accomplishments among high-achieving individuals. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Jessica Metcalfe, a general dentist and leadership and workplace culture consultant, shares her own experience of imposter syndrome and offers advice on how to overcome it. Dr. Metcalfe […]
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, an internationally recognized campaign to help the public learn more about the importance of cybersecurity. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Anne Genge, a multi-certified cybersecurity expert and cybersecurity education specialist for healthcare providers, outlines the rising threat of ransomware to dental practices and offers advice on how to prevent a […]
September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day that recognizes the tragic legacy of residential schools, the missing children, the families left behind, and the survivors of these institutions. This year on CDA Oasis, we are delighted to share Joyce’s Tooth Tales: A Journey of Courage and Wisdom, a short video […]
For the general dentist, being able to assess the difficulty of an endodontic case confidently is essential in making the correct decision on whether to treat in-office or refer to a specialist. In this CDA Oasis presentation, Dr. Sara Markovic, an endodontist from Toronto, outlines the selection criteria for endodontic cases and walks through the […]
Embarking on a career in dentistry can be a daunting prospect. In the early years of practice, the influence of a good mentor can be the difference between a smooth, confident start to your career and feeling overwhelmed. In this episode of the CDA Oasis Podcast, Dr. Huma Sharief and Dr. Craig Fedorowich, recent recipients […]
Two decades ago, the Canadian Dental Association (CDA) launched CDA ITRANS—a groundbreaking claims service that has transformed dental practice operations across Canada. In this Oasis discussion, CDA’s Head of Programs and Services, Geoff Valentine, reflects on the success of CDA ITRANS and previews some key improvements that will be implemented later this year. Helpful links: […]