The Canadian Academy of Restorative Dentistry and Prosthodontics (CARDP) fosters excellence and provides leadership and learning in the field of dental restorations and rehabilitations. In this latest edition of CARDP Roundtable, Dr. Oliver Pin-Harry, a prosthodontist from Burlington, ON, who specializes in Dental Implants, Esthetics and Reconstructive Dentistry, fields questions from a panel of general […]
Dialogue between dentists and those in other health-related professions has become an increasingly important part of the overall healthcare package, especially when it comes to the care of vulnerable groups, such as the older adult population. Dr. Nicholas Tong, Program Director for the General Practice Residency at the University of British Columbia Faculty of Dentistry, […]
In this latest update from the Canadian Association for Dental Research, Dr. John O’Keefe, Director of Knowledge Networks CDA, introduces three eminent Dental Research Professionals from across Canada and invites them to outline the focus of their ongoing research into vulnerable populations. Dr. Mary McNally, Professor in the Faculties of Dentistry and Medicine, Dalhousie University, […]
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 […]