Local anesthetics are the most commonly used drugs in dentistry and are essential for pain control during everyday procedures such as fillings, extractions, and root canals. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Peter Nkansah, a dentist-anesthesiologist and Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto, discusses the basics of local anesthetic pharmacology, including drug selection, dosage, […]
Healthcare facilities, including dental offices, continue to be targets for cybersecurity attacks due to the sensitive and valuable data they hold within their systems. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Patrick Chouinard, co-founder and chief technical officer at Awee, explains a recent data breach at a dental office in Canada, highlighting what went wrong and how […]
Mentorship and collegiality are crucial support systems within the dental profession. They foster professional growth, enhance clinical skills, and provide personal support. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Sanjukta Mohanta introduces the New Dentist Study Club—an exciting new initiative that supports and empowers early-career dentists as they navigate the challenges and opportunities of the profession. […]
Dermal fillers can be used in the dental office for both cosmetic enhancements and therapeutic purposes, including the management of TMJ disorders, bruxism, and facial pain. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Sahra Kanji, a general dentist from Calgary with a special interest in cosmetic dental procedures, shares her experience administering dermal fillers and discusses […]
As dental practices continue to adopt advanced technologies to enhance patient care and streamline operations, cybersecurity has become a critical aspect of modern practice management. In the third episode of CDA Oasis’s series on cybersecurity, Patrick Chouinard, co-founder and chief technical officer of Awee, explores the top three cybersecurity risks currently facing dental practices in […]
November 18–24 marks World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week 2025—a global campaign aimed at raising awareness, deepening understanding of AMR, and promoting coordinated action to combat the emergence and spread of drug-resistant pathogens. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Susan Sutherland from Choosing Wisely Canada discusses the growing challenge of AMR and highlights the recently […]
Following its legalization in 2018, cannabis use in Canada has increased by 3.8%, leading to greater scrutiny of its potential impact on public health. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Aviv Ouanounou, dental pharmacologist and Associate Professor at the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry, discusses the key findings of his recent study, Oral Health […]
When it comes to tobacco interventions, oral health professionals play a key role in screening, assessing, and treating patients with tobacco dependence. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Deborah Saunders, Medical Director of the Dental Oncology Department at the Northeast Cancer Centre’s Clinical Tobacco Intervention Program, discusses the role dental professionals can play in tobacco […]