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 […]
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 […]
The roots of the maxillary posterior teeth are often close to the maxillary sinus, with just a few millimeters of bone to no bone separating the root apices from the sinus mucosal tissue. This can lead to sinusitis caused by an underlying endodontic infection or a necrotic tooth. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Mary […]
3D printing, or additive manufacturing, is a process by which a 3-dimensional object is created from a digital file by adding sequential layers of material. 3D printing allows for the production of complex shapes and is now being adopted in many fields of healthcare, including dentistry. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Normand Bach, an […]
The science of nanotechnology refers to the manipulation of matter on a near-atomic scale to produce new structures, materials, and devices. Its origin can be traced back as far as 1959, and modern-day applications promise scientific advancement in many healthcare settings, including dentistry. In this video discussion, Dr. Normand Bach, an orthodontist and Associate Professor […]
In the second part of this two-part presentation on the use of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) in arresting caries, Dr. James Tonogai, a prosthodontist from Mississauga, ON, walks through two unique clinical case studies where he used SDF for caries management. Helpful links: Presentation reference list Watch the Conversation (17'34") Do you have […]
Since it was approved by Health Canada in 2017, silver diamine fluoride (SDF) has been used in Canada to arrest caries and help keep teeth healthy in a minimally invasive way. In this CDA Oasis presentation, Dr. Sanjukta Mohanta, a general dentist from Brampton, ON, outlines the advantages and disadvantages of SDF. She also highlights […]
With an increasing number of dental patients with dental implants, how do we ensure that their oral health and the health of the dental implant is optimal? In this presentation, Dr. Trudy Nwachukwu, a certified specialist in periodontics from Saskatoon, discusses the assessment process for peri-implant health, and outlines strategies for recognizing and managing peri-implant […]