In order to optimize the final functional and esthetic result for patients, the dentist and dental laboratory must work as a team. As such, communication and common understanding is extremely important. Both parties must be able to interpret the other’s terminology effectively and accurately. Ideally and where possible, the dental and laboratory teams should meet […]
During the latest FDI World Congress in Bangkok, September 2015, Dr. Jack Cottrell was elected Treasurer. Chiraz Guessaier, CDA Oasis Manager, spoke with Dr, Cottrell about his role as a Treasurer and the importance of FDI for Canadian dentists. Watch the video interview
This content is courtesy of the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario, Dispatch Magazine (May/June 2015) Improved communication is one step that can go a long way to help resolve patient concerns and potentially avoid a complaint ever being filed. Here are some tips on how to avoid four of the most common concerns […]
The failure of blood clot formation can cause bleeding complications during or after an oral surgery procedure. Normal coagulation may fail due to several reasons. Thrombocytopenia In thrombocytopenia, the platelet blood count is below the normal levels of 150,000-350,000 platelets per mm3. Below a count of 50,000, one can expect abnormal and spontaneous bleeding, if […]
There are four main vascular sources in the oral cavity that can potentially be the source of serious or life-threatening bleeding: Lingual artery Profuse bleeding can cause upper airway obstruction Risk of bleeding may occur from: Injuries or puncture wounds to the tongue Perforation of the lingual cortex of the mandible during implant placement Biopsies […]
Root canal treatment failures can be attributed to two main causes: microbial or non-microbial. MICROBIAL causes can either be intra- or extra-radicular in nature Intraradicular Microorganisms found in root-canal-treated teeth with persisting periapical disease are different from those found in untreated teeth. The majority of bacteria found in treated teeth are Gram positive facultative anaerobes […]
Anne Genge, CEO and Co-founder of Healthcare Compliance Network Inc., is back with Dr. John O’Keefe to speak about the importance of regulating staff computer use in order to safekeep your practice’s computer systems and network. Watch the video interview
This content is provided by Pelton & Crane The decision to build or redesign your dental practice is one of the most important decisions — and biggest investments — of your career. It will affect your efficiency, productivity, patient relations and your enjoyment of a prosperous and healthy dental career. Undertaking this project is a […]