CDA Oasis is bringing back our myth buster series. Once a month we’ll uncover the facts about common dentistry myths and misinformation to set the record straight about oral health treatment, prevention, and trends. We’ll also be sharing resources and information to help dentists talk with patients about emerging and enduring myths. This month, we’re […]
Each year, some 20 billion empty toothpaste and personal-care product tubes make their way from consumer homes to the landfill. Toothpaste and personal-care product tubes are made using a blend of sheets and plastic laminate around a layer of aluminum. While this mixture of materials keeps the product fresh and intact, the blended and wrapped […]
NDEB is currently seeking a respected dentist and team leader as its new Director of Examinations. Reporting to the Executive Director & Registrar and as a member of the Management Team, the Director of Examinations will direct and oversee the registration and credential verifications of all examinees, as well as the development, administration, evaluation and appeals […]
In this edition of View from the Chairside, frequent CDA Oasis contributor and Calgary-based GP dentist, Dr. Tom Shackleton, returns to talk about Lyme disease and its implication on the dental practice. During this presentation, Dr. Shackleton talks about: What Lyme disease is and what causes it. Why Lyme disease matters to dentists. If dentists […]
You’ve probably been following the news and you may have come across the headline of 400+ US dentists falling recently prey to Ransomware attacks. Although such news might make you think that an attack on your practice is imminent and that these stunts are mighty and uncontrollable, there are actually concrete steps you can take […]
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New and seasoned dentists are bound to make financial decisions. Today, with help from David Chong Yen and Eugene Chu, professional chartered accountants at DCY, we’re providing you with tips and information for new dental graduates about managing debt and cultivating long-term financial wellbeing. In this conversation, Chiraz talks with David and Eugene about: Understanding and […]
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 […]