On June 1, 2024, Dr. Maneesh Jain became the 151st President of the Ontario Dental Association (ODA). In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Jain shares his journey in dentistry and organized dentistry and looks ahead to some of the key issues facing Canadian dentists in 2024-25. Watch the Conversation (8'44") Do you have a discussion […]
The roots of the maxillary posterior teeth are often close to the maxillary sinus, with just a few millimeters of bone to no bone separating the root apices from the sinus mucosal tissue. This can lead to sinusitis caused by an underlying endodontic infection or a necrotic tooth. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Mary […]
Participating in contact sports can be a great way to foster teamwork and build character for people of all ages. However, the risk of dental injury can be significant. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Mike Salyzyn, a certified sports dentist with the Academy for Sports Dentistry and member of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic dental […]
3D printing, or additive manufacturing, is a process by which a 3-dimensional object is created from a digital file by adding sequential layers of material. 3D printing allows for the production of complex shapes and is now being adopted in many fields of healthcare, including dentistry. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Normand Bach, an […]
CDA has published its latest survey results from Abacus Data, which tracks public opinion and behavioral trends related to current issues facing dentistry. This short video provides a summary of the data, including an evaluation of support for the Canadian Dental Care Plan, the public impression of the dental care system versus the health care […]
If you’re a dental practice owner, the chances are you’ve had to have a difficult conversation at some point, be it with a team member, a patient, or anybody else. In this Oasis discussion, Dr. Jessica Metcalfe, a general dentist and strategic leadership and workplace culture consultant from Victoria, B.C., discusses the importance of having […]
The Canadian Academy of Restorative Dentistry and Prosthodontics (CARDP) will host its 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting at the Pan Pacific in Vancouver from September 26 to 28. The meeting will feature a program of outstanding continuing education and camaraderie for all dentists who wish to improve their professional lives and the well-being of their patients. […]
On Friday, April 12, 2024, the Canadian Dental Association (CDA) was pleased to announce Dr. Joel Antel as CDA President for 2024-25. Dr. Antel is a full-time general dentist from Winnipeg, Manitoba, where he has practiced for over forty years. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Antel shares his story in dentistry and organized dentistry. […]