Dentists spend a lot of time learning the skills of dentistry so they can provide the quality dental care patients need. However, when a patient’s behaviour cannot be managed effectively, it can become difficult or even impossible to carry out the required care. This scenario is particularly common in the pediatric setting. In this video […]
In this latest video on managing medically compromised patients in the dental office, Dr. Sanjukta Mohanta, a general dentist from Brampton, ON, discusses the management of patients with implanted cardiac devices. Dr. Mohanta discusses the key concerns for treating patients with implanted cardiac devices in the dental office and outlines best practices for dental management. […]
With 34.5 million social media users and a penetration rate of almost 90 percent, Canada is one of the most digitally connected countries in the world. Therefore, it is no surprise that more and more dental practices are investing in social media strategies to connect with their patient base and promote their brand and business. […]
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 […]
According to Health Canada’s 2022 Canadian Cannabis Survey, 27% of people aged 16 years and older reported having used cannabis in the past 12 months, an increase from 25% in the previous survey cycle. In this video, Dr. Mark Donaldson, an Assistant Principal at Vizient Solutions, discusses the oral health implications of cannabinoid use and […]
The CDA Oasis series on managing medically compromised patients in the dental office continues with a presentation by Dr. Sanjukta Mohanta and Dr. Ramez Salti on managing patients who are taking bisphosphonates and other medications that increase the risk of osteonecrosis. Dr. Mohanta and Dr. Salti’s recent article Can I Extract a Tooth if My […]
As more and more patients receive dental implants, which often require regular maintenance, one of the challenges for dentists is identifying the type of implant a patient has in their mouth. In this video, Dr. Thomas Nguyen, an Assistant Professor at McGill Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Sciences, discusses his current research project involving […]
In this video, Dr. Sanjukta Mohanta, a general dentist from Brampton, Ont., discusses the management of patients who take anticoagulant and antiplatelet medications. Dr. Mohanta outlines common low and high-risk dental procedures and highlights instances when treatment is contraindicated or when modifications to treatment should be made. Helpful links: JCDA: Dental Management of Patients Undergoing […]