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 […]
The advent of digital services continues to have a significant influence on workflows across the healthcare sector, and the dental office is no exception. From digital scanning and recordkeeping, to printing models and teleconference platforms, technology is changing the way dentists diagnose, treat and communicate with their patients. Dr. Oliver Pin-Harry is a Prosthodontist from […]
The COVID-19 crisis has challenged us to rethink how we do things in all areas of life. But when it comes to pre-operative dentistry, given that most procedures require the use of a hand piece and therefore the generation of potentially contaminated airborne particles, this challenge is amplified. So, what pre-operative steps can dentists take […]
According to Dr. Rodrigo Cuhna, instrument separation during root canal treatment is a problem that is more common than we would like, both in recently performed treatments and those that have been performed for several years. But what are the principal causes of instrument separation during root canal treatment, and how can dentists minimize the […]