This question was submitted to us by a general dentist: Is there clinical evidence indicating the efficacy of deep periodontal pocket disinfection with a soft tissue diode laser? What protocols are proven and recommended in terms of frequency of treatment? Dr. Gordon Schwartz from GumDocs provided this initial quick response There is a growing interest in […]
This summary is based on the position paper published by the Canadian Sleep Society on the role of dentistry in managing obstructive sleep apnea: Position paper by Canadian dental sleep medicine professionals regarding the role of different health care professionals in managing obstructive sleep apnea and snoring with oral appliances Full Text (PDF) Context The present Canadian position […]
This Systematic Review Summary is adapted from the British Evidence-Based Dentistry Journal Summary html Summary PDF Clinical Question Are current caries risk assessment systems predictive of future caries? Context The identification of high risk individuals to allow both prevention and intervention based on susceptibility to disease is commonplace in contemporary treatment planning. A systematic review […]
This post is an adaptation of the Concussion article found in the Dental Trauma Guide Concussion is an injury to the tooth-supporting structures without increased mobility or displacement of the tooth, but with pain to percussion and without gingival bleeding. Etiology Diagnosis Description: An injury to the tooth-supporting structures without increased mobility or displacement […]
The following question was submitted by a general dentist: Our patients can no longer purchase Oral B Fluorinse. Does anybody have an alternative daily and weekly fluoride rinse they can recommend? This initial quick response is presented by Dr. Getulio Nogueira, from the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Toronto in collaboration with experts: Dr. Walter […]
This video procedure is available on the Dental Procedure Education System (DPES) of the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Toronto The video was developed by Dr. Karina Roth Context When the pulp is injured or diseased and is unable to repair itself, it becomes inflamed and will eventually become necrotic (i.e., dead). Root […]
This Urgent Care Scenario (USC) is presented by the JCDA Oasis Team in collaboration with Dr. Gary Klasser. The USC is also available on Oasis Help Definition Constant, unremitting pain (often perceived within deep tissues) presenting extraorally and/or intraorally with variable and fluctuating intensity. Also known as continuous neuropathic orofacial pain (formerly known as atypical […]
This post is an adaptation of the Enamel-dentin-pulp fracture article found in the Dental Trauma Guide A fracture involving enamel and dentin with loss of tooth structure and exposure of the pulp. Etiology Diagnosis Description: A fracture involving enamel and dentin with loss of tooth structure and exposure of the pulp. Visual signs: Visible loss of […]