According to recent figures from Diabetes Canada, almost 10% of the Canadian population has been diagnosed with either Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. But what is of greater concern is the prevalence of undiagnosed and pre-diabetes which stands at almost 30% of the population. In this short discussion, Dr. Bruce Yaholnitsky, periodontist from Calgary, […]
According to latest figures from Diabetes Canada, the prevalence of diabetes in Canada is estimated at 3.4 million people, or 9.3% of the population, and this figure is rising. This means that the average general dentist is likely to come across this condition and its associated impact on periodontal health on a weekly basis. In […]
(Content under development) The following question was submitted by a practising dentist: What is consensus on using local antibiotic with or without flap involvement? Is raising a flap and using antibiotics significantly better than without? JCDA Editorial Consultant Dr. Debora Matthews of Dalhousie University provided this initial response for consideration: When we talk about using […]
(Content under development) The following question was submitted by a practising dentist: What clinical evidence is available for the efficacy of deep periodontal pocket disinfection with a soft tissue diode laser? What protocols are proven and recommended in terms of frequency of treatment? JCDA Editorial Consultant Dr. Debora Matthews of Dalhousie University provided this initial […]