As implant therapy becomes more commonplace throughout the patient population, the dental community continues to learn about associated complications and how best to treat them. In this CDA Oasis presentation Dr. Mohammad Javaid, certified periodontist and principal clinician at Cityview Periodontal and Oral Surgery Centre in Regina, discusses the use of connective tissue graft (CTG) […]
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 […]
Periodontal disease affects seven in ten Canadians over the age of forty-five, often leading to tooth loss and other oral and systemic health complications. Yet, despite being such a common condition, it can be difficult to diagnose using current tools. In this video, Dr. Denice Bay, an Assistant Professor at the Department of Medical Microbiology […]
The connection between periodontitis and the increased risk of cardiovascular disease is well established. However, the impact of mild oral inflammation, including levels experienced by many healthy individuals, is less clear. In this video discussion, Ker-Yung Hong, a dental student at Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, discusses his recently published pilot study on oral […]
Seven in ten Canadians will develop gum disease at some point in their lives, and it is estimated that 11% of the population has advanced periodontal disease. It is the most common dental problem in North America and often it can progress painlessly until it is too late. While brushing and flossing are important in […]
According to recent figures from Diabetes Canada, almost 10% of the Canadian population has been diagnosed with either Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. But what is of greater concern is the prevalence of undiagnosed and pre-diabetes which stands at almost 30% of the population. In this short discussion, Dr. Bruce Yaholnitsky, periodontist from Calgary, […]
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 […]