Adding antiseptic mouthrinses to a regular oral hygiene routine has been shown to reduce and prevent gingivitis more than brushing and flossing alone. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Sanjukta Mohanta BSc, DDS and Lacey Smith, RDH, discuss their upcoming webinar on why mechanical methods of plaque removal alone are not enough to control gingivitis […]
When it comes to nurturing a positive patient experience in the dental office, compassion and mindfulness can be critical in building trust with patients, reducing anxiety, and ultimately delivering better oral health outcomes. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Kristin Yont, a general dentist from Calgary and a Benson-Henry Institute SMART certified health care provider, […]
While we always strive to create a safe and comfortable environment for our patients, medical emergencies can happen when we least expect them. In this CDA Oasis discussion Dr. Mohanta Sanjukta, general dentist from the Toronto area, walks through some of the common medical emergencies that can occur in the dental office and shares best […]
CDA has published its latest survey results from Abacus Data, which tracks public opinion and behavioral trends related to current issues facing dentistry. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Ihor Korbabicz, President of Abacus Data, highlights the key findings from the survey and considers what they mean for Canadian dentistry. Watch the Conversation (12'31") Do you […]
The last couple of years have seen a significant rise in the use of AI tools in the dental office, with applications in everything from charting to interpreting radiographs. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Anne Genge, a leading Canadian voice in privacy and cybersecurity in dentistry, shares her insights on how dentists can confidently embrace […]
Minimally invasive techniques in pediatric dentistry prioritize the preservation of healthy tooth structure while seeking to treat dental caries with minimal discomfort to young patients. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Nik Sharma, a pediatric dental specialist from Toronto, outlines the key benefits of a minimally invasive approach and walks through some common techniques he […]
As implant therapy becomes more commonplace throughout the patient population, the dental community continues to learn about associated complications and how best to treat them. In this CDA Oasis presentation Dr. Mohammad Javaid, certified periodontist and principal clinician at Cityview Periodontal and Oral Surgery Centre in Regina, discusses the use of connective tissue graft (CTG) […]
The Build Your Smile Dental Foundation (BYSDF) mission is rooted in the belief that dental care is a fundamental human right, not a privilege reserved for a select few. Established in 2018, the foundation has rapidly evolved into an internationally recognized dental foundation committed to providing dental care to those in need. In this CDA […]