When Dr. Stephen Abrams, a General Dentist from Toronto, did some simple analysis on the make-up of emergency calls received by his practice during the 3 months of COVID lockdown, he discovered that 50% or more of the calls were due to fractured or broken teeth. Further examination revealed that many of these fractured or […]
Dr. Rodrigo Cunha is an endodontist from Winnipeg, Manitoba. In this latest episode of Oasis Live, Dr. Cunha shares his considerable expertise on the use of irrigants in endodontic treatment with Dr. John O’Keefe, Director of Knowledge Networks, CDA. He explains the important role irrigants play in cleaning the root canal, highlights the types of […]
When it comes to gingival recession, there can be some confusion among general dentists as to when it becomes a problem and what the treatment options are. In this edition of CDA Oasis Live, Dr. Avi Shelemay, a periodontist from Ottawa, ON, joins Dr. John O’Keefe, Director of Knowledge Networks CDA, to discuss the management […]
Research studies show that students who engage with a humanities experience are more comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty; are stronger communicators and collaborators; and can better understand the perspective of another. So, what can healthcare professionals learn from the humanities? And what can they learn specifically from theatre and improv? Professor Hartley Jafine grew up […]
Dr. Sally Safa is a periodontist from Toronto and an expert in mindfulness, who helps dentists across Canada cope with stress and lead happier lives. In this insightful discussion with Dr. John O’Keefe, Director of Knowledge Networks CDA, Dr. Safa addresses the issue of overwhelm. But what is overwhelm and why are dentists especially prone […]
Dr. Derek Decloux Dental Anesthesia Specialist from Hamilton, ON Greg Allan 3rd year Dental student at UBC Choosing and administering an oral sedative can be a complicated and somewhat challenging aspect of dental care, particularly for a new dental graduate. Patient age, weight, medical history, as well as the experience of the practicing clinician, are […]
Dr. Bill Abbott is an oral maxillofacial surgeon managing a large practice in London, Ontario, comprised of 7 partners across 2 separate facilities. He is also a former President of the Canadian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. Having been forced to lay off 35 employees in mid-March, he talks to Dr. John O’Keefe, Director […]
Research in high performance athletes shows that with the loss of as little as 1% of body weight in moisture, mental focus, reaction time and executive function are all significantly diminished. In recent months, with the advent of additional PPE, N95 masks and increased breathing through the mouth, dentists are running the risk of getting […]