Following an 11-year longitudinal study on the effectiveness of powered toothbrushes (PTB), scientists at the University of Greifswald, Germany, have confirmed what dentists have long suspected: when it comes to reduced gum disease, reduced loss of clinical attachment, and tooth retention, powered toothbrushes are more effective than their manual counterparts (MTB). Chief Executive of the Oral Health […]
Dr. Timucin Ari is a paediatric dentist based in London, Ontario, and past president of the International Association for Disability and Oral Health. Today, Dr. Ari speaks with Dr. John O’Keefe about the newly formed Canadian Society for Disability in Oral Health (CSDH). Watch this brief conversation and learn more about the Canadian Society for Disability […]
I sat down with our CDA Oasis friends David Chong Yen and his colleague Eugene Chu from DCY. David Chong Yen and Eugene Chu are chartered professionals accountants from Toronto who have extensive experience working with dentists. They offered to present a post on the most common mistakes dentists make when purchasing a dental practice. I hope you […]
Continuing our series of applying a systematic approach to interpreting dental radiographs, Dr. Bob Wood reviews four additional case studies. We want to hear from you! Leave a comment about this post in the box below, send your feedback by email or call us at 1-855-716-2747. Until next time! CDA Oasis Team Read/download the transcript of the case presentation (PDF) Download […]
The National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center has a new paper for oral health care providers that addresses pain management for children and adolescents. The paper, Opioids and Children and Adolescents: Information for Oral Health Professionals, lists best practices for care, suggests drugs to recommend before prescribing opioids, encourages caution when prescribing opioids, and […]
In this Oasis discussion Dr. John O’Keefe is joined by Dr. Catherine Poh, President of the Canadian Academy of Oral Maxillofacial Pathology and Oral Medicine, to talk about the academy’s areas of focus, its work, and who makes up their membership. During this short video conversation, Dr. Poh gives our viewers an inside look at […]
Note: The content in this post is provided as information only. It is intended to inform dentists about the latest products exhibited throughout the provincial dental meetings. CDA Oasis does not endorse or promote these products. During the past ODA ASM conference, Dr. John O’Keefe toured the conference exhibition floor to learn more about new […]
Improving our sleep and bedtime habits makes us mentally sharper, emotionally calmer, and gives our brains and bodies much-needed time to recharge and reset for days ahead. Today, Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier speaks with Chiraz Guessaier about healthy sleep, its impact on our overall health and wellbeing, and provides strategies to help you sleep better. About […]