Tooth longevity can range from nine to 20 years after a root canal procedure, depending in part on where one lives, a new study has found. The study is the first of its kind to include community dental clinics, where…
The first time I heard Dr. Bradley Bale, MD, and Dr. Amy Doneen, DNP, speak about their latest research and the effect of oral health on arterial disease was at a 2016 AAOSH conference. From that point, I began to…
Diagnocat’s dental AI imaging technology for dental professionals identifies over 30 common dental conditions on X-Rays, Pans and CBCT’s, including caries, calculus, periapical lesions and identifying rare pathologies on the CBCT images. Diagnocat offers the only 2D and 3D artificial…
New and potentially disruptive technologies come to market each year, proclaiming to improve on what came before. Many of these newcomers have virtually no evidence-based research to support claims of better, easier, or faster. Oftentimes, these new brands are merely…
keywords: surgical root canal procedures, histopathology, biopsy, non-endodontic lesions, guidelines Abstract The aim of this study was to identify clinical parameters used by endodontists to determine the need for histopathological assessment of periapical tissues collected during surgical root canal procedures,…
“I created my own suit, if you will,” said Simmi Patel, DDS, opening a duffel bag full of supplies. “It’s all to show that when we have patients with disabilities, we need to rethink our instructions with them.” Patel, a clinical…
Dentists using Medit’s intraoral scanning technology can now provide high quality treatments for patients suffering from snoring and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in just a few clicks, following the addition of new functionality. For the first time, Medit users have…
Septodont, leading manufacturer of dental anesthetics, announces a new and exciting bioceramic root canal sealer – BioRoot™ Flow. Clinical advantages of this proprietary hydraulic sealer technology include: Creates an alkaline environment unfavorable for bacterial growth Long-lasting Ca release essential for…
Schulich Dentistry Research Day attracted more than 300 participants from across Canada and featured 22 student oral presentations in a range of research areas. For Dr. Noha Gomaa, Assistant Professor and Associate Director for Dentistry Research, it was the diversity…
It is an interesting contradiction to talk to dental students about the importance of learning about the business side of dentistry. The response I receive to offering training on management, human resources, marketing and financial planning is that they are…
In March 2020, Oral Health published my most-viewed article. Surprisingly, it wasn’t about preparing, marketing and selling a dental practice. Apparently, in-depth talks about taxes, practice values, employment contracts and leases aren’t that sexy. It actually was a weight-loss piece…
On a Friday afternoon, a dentist’s mind raced. Her patient was asking for a fifth refill of Percocet. The dentist was positive that the pain from a third molar extraction had passed and feared the patient had a substance dependence…
“Alexa, give me the number of new patients in January 2022.” “Siri, play my patient’s favourite music.”Advertisement “Hey Google, tell my patients some jokes.” “Alexa, start the timer for the dental sterilizer.” Who are these people that we always speak…
“Treat your gums” is the slogan for Gum Health Day 2022, a worldwide awareness campaign organized by the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP). The event aims to inform the public of the detrimental effects of gum diseases – gingivitis, periodontitis,…
Envista Holdings Corporation (NYSE: NVST) (“Envista”) today announced the completion of the acquisition of Carestream Dental’s Intraoral Scanner business. As previously announced, this business will be rebranded as DEXIS and will operate as part of the Envista Equipment and Consumables…
Dr. Mark Lin, Director of TIDE, discusses the indications for the use of cone beams in implant dentistry in this episode of Weekly Wisdom. Subscribe to Oral Health’s weekly e-newsletter to have the latest episode delivered straight…
Severe, chronic, nerve-related pain is not a material, special, or unusual risk associated with a root canal procedure that a dentist is required to disclose, the British Columbia Court of Appeal has found. In Parhar v. Weaver, 2022 BCCA 134, Dr.…
Clinical Research Dental is pleased to announce the Canadian Rockies Dental Conference sponsored by Hands-OnLine LIVE, August 11-13, 2022, hosted at The Rimrock Resort Hotel in Banff, Alberta. The Canadian Rockies Dental Conference is open to all dental professionals with…
Do these statements sound familiar? Discussing treatment with patients makes me feel pushy. I don’t want our patients to feel “sold” to. Our patients would never want to hear above and beyond the minimal care needed. If you have ever…
This issue we take our final in-depth look at the 2018 AAP Periodontal Classification. We’re excited to bring you more Q&As from Gabriele Maycher in 2022 on such topics as client care, record keeping, technical skills, office communication, and much…
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