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 […]
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 […]
Imposter syndrome—also known as imposter phenomenon—is a behavioural health phenomenon characterized by self-doubt of intellect, skills, or accomplishments among high-achieving individuals. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Jessica Metcalfe, a general dentist and leadership and workplace culture consultant, shares her own experience of imposter syndrome and offers advice on how to overcome it. Dr. Metcalfe […]
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, an internationally recognized campaign to help the public learn more about the importance of cybersecurity. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Anne Genge, a multi-certified cybersecurity expert and cybersecurity education specialist for healthcare providers, outlines the rising threat of ransomware to dental practices and offers advice on how to prevent a […]
For the general dentist, being able to assess the difficulty of an endodontic case confidently is essential in making the correct decision on whether to treat in-office or refer to a specialist. In this CDA Oasis presentation, Dr. Sara Markovic, an endodontist from Toronto, outlines the selection criteria for endodontic cases and walks through the […]
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and other common sleep disorders affect millions of Canadians every year. When undiagnosed and untreated, these disorders can negatively impact daytime functionality, reduce quality of life, and lead to many long-term health issues. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Stephen Bray, a general dentist from Kelowna, B.C., and diplomate at the […]
For many sports enthusiasts, the opportunity to work with a professional sports team is a major attraction. This week’s guest on CDA Oasis is Dr. Jan Chithalen, a general dentist from Hamilton, Ont., and a team dentist for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats Football Club, the Brantford Bulldogs junior ice hockey team, and the Toronto Rock lacrosse […]