When it comes to performing endodontic treatment, it is not uncommon for the tooth in question to be significantly broken down. In some cases, the defect may even be subgingival, which makes isolation of the tooth a real problem. So, what are the best options for clamping such a tooth to obtain adequate isolation? In […]
Happy New Year to all! We kickstart our year with a major update on the COVID-19 situation and its impact on your dental practice. Dr. Aaron Burry, from the Professional Affairs group at CDA, treats the 3 key elements that matter the most for you as a dentist practicing in this pandemic environment. He speaks […]
Locating the MB2 canal in an upper first molar has been a subject of interest and controversy for a long time. As recently as the 1980s, many dental schools taught that only around 50% of upper molars had an MB2 canal. This thinking has since changed. In this episode of CDA Oasis Live, Dr. John […]
When it comes to choosing the appropriate time for a child’s first ortho consult, many orthodontists now recommend as early as seven years of age. With the upper molars typically either erupted or on their way by then, there is already a good indication of where the molar occlusion will be, and the orthodontist has […]
Dr. Paul Belzycki's Note This case is about a 35-year-old African female who presented with discomfort in the lower anterior segment where some form of Fibrous Osseous Dysplasia was present. The patient went on to consult with an orthodontist who suggested a treatment plan that included extractions, orthodontics and orthognathic surgery. This presentation explains how […]
Many gut and oral health conditions are associated with an underlying dysbiotic state. And a growing number of studies are now showing that many of these conditions, including periodontitis, may benefit from the use of probiotics. But what are probiotics and what specific applications do they have for oral health? In this episode of CDA […]
It’s the end of a long day at the dental office and an emergency patient shows up with a swelling. Your gut tells you it’s endodontic in origin and the temptation is to write a prescription for antibiotics and see the patient another day. But is this an appropriate course of action? When should dentists […]
Following the recent publication of her article in the Alberta Dental Association and College Updater, Dr. Cheryl Cable talks to Dr. John O’Keefe about prosthetically driven treatment and how it can benefit both patient and clinician in the long term. In this short conversation on CDA Oasis Live, Dr. Cable unpacks the key principles behind […]