Infective endocarditis (IE) is a serious medical condition that occurs when bacteria enter the bloodstream and infect the endocardium, the innermost lining of the heart. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Aviv Ouanounou, associate professor at the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry, highlights the key risk factors for IE and shares the findings of […]
As oral health workforce shortages continue to be a challenge for dental offices across Canada, a positive workplace culture can be key to maintaining an engaged and satisfied staff. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Jessica Metcalfe, general dentist and strategic leadership and workplace culture consultant, stresses the importance of onboarding in workplace culture and […]
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 2024. 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 […]
On October 21-22, 2024, the Canadian Dental Association (CDA) conducted its Days on the Hill event at the Parliament of Canada. The event is an annual advocacy initiative where CDA representatives meet with key decision-makers within the federal government to discuss matters that impact dentistry and the oral health of Canadians. In this CDA Oasis […]
Since its widespread adoption in the 1990s, clear aligner therapy has become a mainstay in orthodontic treatment that offers an aesthetic alternative to traditional braces. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Normand Bach, an orthodontist from Montreal, charts the evolution of clear aligner therapy and considers what technological innovations we might see in the years […]
Recent discussions about community water fluoridation have arisen following a U.S. court ruling that requires further review by the Environmental Protection Agency, and a recently updated Cochrane review, which found that given the greater exposure of fluoride from other sources in recent times, the oral health benefits of adding fluoride in drinking water are not […]
November 18-24 is World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week, a global campaign to improve awareness and understanding of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), and to encourage best practices among the public. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Susan Sutherland, Dentistry Co-lead for Choosing Wisely Canada, discusses the ongoing threat of antimicrobial resistance and introduces a new Choosing Wisely […]
The Journal of the American Dental Association has published a new evidence-based clinical practice guideline for the pharmacologic management of acute dental pain in adolescents, adults, and older adults. The guideline follows a similar guideline published in 2023 for the pharmacologic management of acute dental pain in children. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Mark […]