The Three Minute Thesis is an internationally recognized research communication competition where participants have three minutes to deliver a compelling presentation on their thesis research for a general audience using a single, static slide. Originating at the University of Queensland, Australia in 2008, the Three Minute Thesis is now held in over 200 universities worldwide […]
The two most commonly prescribed medications by dentists in Canada are antibiotics and analgesics. To put that in perspective, dentists account for 8% of all antibiotics prescribed in Canada, and 12% of all opioids prescribed in the United States. But as we know, when prescribed inappropriately, both of these medications can have far-reaching consequences for […]
Some health services adding 'COVID fee' as more businesses reopen Health Canada posts recalls for three more hand sanitizer products COVID-19 Economic Impact (HPI ADA): The dental care rebound: How far have we gotten and how far will we go? We invite you to send us leads to news stories worth sharing oasisdiscussions@cda-adc.ca.
If nothing else, the COVID-19 lockdown has given us all pause for thought. An opportunity to review and reflect on our daily practice. One dentist who has taken this opportunity to heart is Dr. Sam Hickman, a Prosthodontist from Ottawa. In this short conversation with Dr. John O’Keefe, Director of Knowledge Networks CDA, Dr. Hickman […]
Coronavirus: Dexamethasone being used to treat NHS patients today Back to normal at the dentist? Not quite Lack of PPE, conflicting guidelines slow reopening of dental clinics We invite you to send us leads to news stories worth sharing oasisdiscussions@cda-adc.ca.
With the much-anticipated need for additional PPE, and dental supplies and solutions, the Dental Industry is a key player in the recovery of dental practice across Canada. In this panel-style interview, Dr. John O’Keefe, Director of Knowledge Networks CDA, hosts a Q & A with three key dental industry professionals to hear how they have […]
The Canadian Society for Disability and Oral Health hosts the second in a series of discussions dedicated to improving the oral health and quality of life of people with special needs. Dr. Chantal Czerednikow introduces an expert panel that includes Carroll and Brian Sturgeon, parents of Melanie - a woman with a developmental […]
A key strategy for managing pain in children is prevention. Early childhood and severe early childhood caries are among the most common chronic childhood diseases in Canada. The treatment of dental disease in children accounts for a significant use of day surgical time. Because of this, children spend long periods of time on waitlists, and […]