As coronavirus hogs headlines, flu season is in full swing across Canada ADA joins coalition calling for vaping regulation Yarn made from human skin could soon be stitching up your wounds Chemical found in drinking water linked to tooth decay in children New report: A roadmap to improve virtual care in Canada We invite you […]
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These excerpts are taken from the open-access article published in the British Dental Journal Comparative efficacy of a hydroxyapatite and a fluoride toothpaste for prevention and remineralization of dental caries in children (PDF) Although fluoride interventions seem to have the most consistent benefit in preventing caries development and remineralizing initial lesions with the highest level […]
The Office of the Chief Dental Officer of Canada published a synthesis that summarizes existing evidence on the effects of electronic cigarette use on oral health, identifies knowledge gaps and provides evidence-based recommendations to support patients' oral health care regarding the use of electronic cigarettes. We always look forward to hearing your thoughts and receiving […]
We are pleased to welcome once again Dr. Mark Donaldson to CDA Oasis. In a previous study that Drs. Mark Donaldson and Jason Goodchild conducted, two options available for buffering local anesthetics in dentistry were compared. One using the Onpharma® mixing system (Onpharma), and the other by hand mixing with 8.4% sodium bicarbonate using a […]
The Office of the Chief Dental Officer of Canada published a synthesis that summarizes existing evidence on the effects of cannabis on oral health and presents the systemic effects of cannabis and the drug interactions (DIs) between cannabis and medications relevant for oral health professionals. Knowledge gaps are identified and evidence-based recommendations are provided to […]
Frontline healthcare personnel should be prepared to evaluate patients for novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV). The following checklist highlights key steps for healthcare personnel in preparation for arrival of patients potentially infected with 2019-nCoV. Stay up to date on the latest information about signs and symptoms, diagnostic testing, and case definitions for 2019-nCoV disease. Review your infection […]