Following a September statement calling on Provincial and Federal Governments to impose vaccine mandates for health care workers, the Canadian Dental Association has now signed a consensus statement from HEAL, a coalition of organizations for health action representing 40 of the largest health organizations across Canada, calling for similar measures. In this short video, Mr. […]
According to latest figures from Diabetes Canada, the prevalence of diabetes in Canada is estimated at 3.4 million people, or 9.3% of the population, and this figure is rising. This means that the average general dentist is likely to come across this condition and its associated impact on periodontal health on a weekly basis. In […]
A 13-year-old breaks the edges of the centrals a few days before a major life event. How did Dr. elzycki treat and follow up the case? We hope you find the conversation useful. We welcome your thoughts, questions and/or suggestions about this post and other topics. Leave a comment in the box below or […]
The benefits of digital impression technology in the dental office are well known; greater efficiency, a more comfortable experience for the patient, and convenient electronic storage, to name a few. But what is the secret to capturing an accurate digital impression? Are there certain instances when it is better to revert to conventional means? Dr. […]
Dr. Sunny Virdi clearly has a passion for restorative dentistry. He also has a passion for finding smart solutions that will benefit his patients and sharing those solutions with other dentists. In this latest CDA Oasis Live discussion with Dr. John O’Keefe, Director of Knowledge Networks CDA, Dr. Virdi addresses the challenge of using Mylar […]
A 90-year old patient fractures the central then the cuspid 6 months later. How did Dr. Belzycki treat the case? We hope you find the conversation useful. We welcome your thoughts, questions and/or suggestions about this post and other topics. Leave a comment in the box below or send us your feedback by email. Until […]
In Part 2 of this informative discussion, Dr. Sunny Virdi, General Dentist from Winnipeg, presents three case studies to illustrate his best practice in achieving appropriate proximal contacts. Dr. Virdi addresses the key factors in choosing matrix, wedge and ring, and walks through his methodology when performing routine, complex, and back-to-back Class II restorations. We […]
When it comes to achieving appropriate proximal contacts with plastic composites, Dr. Sunny Virdi, General Dentist from Winnipeg, believes that having the right materials for the job is 80% of the battle. In part one of a two-part discussion with Dr. John O’Keefe, Director of Knowledge Networks CDA, Dr. Virdi considers the three main variables […]