A recently published systematic review entitled, Effect of dental treatment before cardiac valve surgery, systematic review and meta-analysis, had the objective to determine the effect of dental treatment prior to cardiac valve surgery (CVS) or left ventricle assist device (LVAD) implantation on morbidity and mortality. While there is debate concerning the potential benefits of dental […]
Dr. Bob Wood returns for the 10th episode of the series of video presentations to help clinicians systematically review and interpret radiographs. Using real clinical cases and films, Dr. Wood takes a deep dive into using the observation checklist to enhance radiographic interpretation skills and identify infections of the jaw. In this presentation, Dr. Wood discusses cases involving […]
This September 18 to 21, in Mont Tremblant, the Canadian Academy of Endodontists (CAE) is holding its 55th annual meeting. Open to endodontists and general dentists alike, the conference features speakers, workshops, sessions and social activities. In this conversation, Dr. John O’Keefe is joined by CAE annual meeting speaker, Dr. Alan Law, a Minnesota-based endodontist and […]
Researchers conducted a systematic review evaluating the potential of platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) to preserve the alveolar ridge. PRF, the second generation of platelet concentrates, is used in many areas of dentistry but its effectiveness in preserving the alveolar ridge remains controversial. In a recent article published in the September 2019 edition of the Journal of […]
Endodontic technologies and biomaterials have undergone substantial advances in the last decade. In spite of these advances, some integral limitations in endodontic treatment continue to persist. This year, at the annual meeting of the Canadian Academy of Endodontics, happening September 18 to 21 in Mont Tremblant, Dr. Anil Kishen, Professor of Endodontics at the University […]
People with disabilities, chronic health conditions, and otherwise vulnerable persons have difficulty accessing oral care. And accessing care becomes even more difficult for patients living with highly stigmatised diseases like HIV/AIDS. A recent research survey conducted in British Columbia, published in JCDA and looking at the availability of oral care (and medical) services for people living […]
We are pleased to bring you the second episode in the series presented by Dr. Paul Belzycki on how to to plan, design and restore implants. In this episode, Dr. Belzycki runs through an implant case that highlights the importance of wisely combining the power of the dentist’s brain with technology. For those who watch […]
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