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 […]
The Lancet is a prestigious medical journal grounded in two, key values: medicine is here to serve society; and knowledge is here to transform society. Recently, The Lancet released its Oral Health Series and today, Dr. John O’Keefe speaks with series contributor and Canadian representative, Dr. Paul Allison, about the purpose and importance of this […]
The Canadian Dental Association is thrilled to launch the latest version of our CDA Oasis App. To learn more, check out this short info video. Download the free app from the App Store (iOS) and Play Store (Android). Leave a comment about this post, send your feedback by email or call us at 1-855-716-2747. Until next time! CDA Oasis Team
Prosthodontics is the specialty of dentistry concerned with the diagnosis, restoration and maintenance of oral health and aesthetics by the restoration or replacement of oral and facial tissues. The Association of Prosthodontists of Canada (APC) is the recognised representative for the specialty of Prosthodontics in Canada. All dental regulatory authorities across Canada recognise the Association of […]
The annual conference of the Canadian Academy of Pediatric Dentistry is happening this September 19 to 21 in Ottawa. Open to all dentists, this conference makes special focus on what’s new in the field. Today, Dr. Ian McConnachie, Chair of the local organising committee joins Dr. John O’Keefe to talk about what attendees can expect. […]
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 […]
Top News Physicians Endorse Guidelines for Deep Sedation and Anesthesia During Dental Procedures for Kids Academy of General Dentistry Supports Full Repeal of Medical Device Excise Tax This new discovery could allow dentists to regenerate the roots of teeth Canadian Dentistry News Brandon Doucet: Your friendly neighborhood dentist may soon become big business. nsadvocate.org: One […]