From heightened anxiety to frustration, misinformation, or unrealistic expectations, dental teams are navigating increasingly complex interpersonal dynamics. These situations can affect not only the quality of care but also team morale, workflow efficiency, and the overall atmosphere of the practice. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Jessica Metcalfe, a general dentist and strategic workplace consultant […]
The Pacific Dental Conference, Canada’s largest dental conference, will be held March 5-7, 2026, in Vancouver, BC. The event offers over 200 open sessions and hands-on workshops, providing a wide array of educational opportunities to help dentists and their teams stay at the forefront of the industry. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Bruce Ward, […]
Pediatric patients can present their own set of challenges in the dental office, and there are times when the appropriate course of action is to refer a patient to a pediatric specialist. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Nik Sharma, a pediatric specialist from Toronto, discusses some of the common reasons why a patient should […]
Local anesthetics are the most commonly used drugs in dentistry and are essential for pain control during everyday procedures such as fillings, extractions, and root canals. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Peter Nkansah, a dentist-anesthesiologist and Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto, discusses the basics of local anesthetic pharmacology, including drug selection, dosage, […]
Guided Tissue Regeneration (GTR) has transformed the way clinicians approach periodontal regeneration and offers a predictable method to rebuild the supporting structures lost to periodontal disease. In this CDA Oasis presentation, Dr. Arwa AlSalem, a periodontist from Oakville, Ontario, outlines the assessment process for periodontal defects, explains how to select an appropriate case, and walks […]
Healthcare facilities, including dental offices, continue to be targets for cybersecurity attacks due to the sensitive and valuable data they hold within their systems. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Patrick Chouinard, co-founder and chief technical officer at Awee, explains a recent data breach at a dental office in Canada, highlighting what went wrong and how […]
Mentorship and collegiality are crucial support systems within the dental profession. They foster professional growth, enhance clinical skills, and provide personal support. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Sanjukta Mohanta introduces the New Dentist Study Club—an exciting new initiative that supports and empowers early-career dentists as they navigate the challenges and opportunities of the profession. […]
As we look back on another eventful year in Canadian dentistry, here’s a recap of some of the biggest stories featured in CDA Essentials and CDA Oasis during 2025. We would like to take this opportunity to thank our contributors, our readers and our viewers. We look forward to sharing more discussions, knowledge, and expertise […]