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The Social Media Influence
by Jillian Cecchini, Managing EditorThe influence of social media in modern society is no secret. It’s safe to say that most of us are consumed by it. But is this necessarily a bad thing when it comes to our professional lives? Or are these…
Dynamic Navigation For Orthograde And Retrograde Endodontics
by Kenneth S. Serota, DDS, MMScThe Evolution of Surgical Navigation Transformative technologies are altering the developmental framework in dentistry. Digital imaging, diagnostics and impressions, the use of computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) for prosthesis fabrication and lasers for soft and hard tissue alterations can achieve degrees…
8 Days – 8 Communities – 8 Clinics – 4,500 Patients, A typical Bridge To Health Brigade
by Ira Sankiewicz, DDS, BSc; Tina Papacosmas, RRDHBridge to Health was founded in 2012 by six passionate health care professionals brought together by a common desire to provide health care to those in tremendous need. In 2013, Bridge to Health set out with their first team and…
Unconventional Implant Placement Through An Impacted Canine: A Five-Year Follow-Up
by Philip M. Walton DDS, MMSc, FRCD(C) US Board Certified, Diplomate of PeriodonticsIntroduction Amidst various technologies and treatment options for replacement of one’s tooth, dental implants have become the standard of care in present day practice. No longer are we enamoured by the body’s ability to accept an endosseous implant as its…
The Endodontic Restorative Harmonic: Part I Access To Apex, Apex To Access
by Kenneth S. Serota, DDS, MMScThe restoration of endodontically treated teeth (ETT) has been guided historically by anecdotal empiricism rather than biomechanical dynamics. Decisions regarding the configuration of the restoration, the diameter of the post channel and the post and core materials to be used…
Trends Towards Conservative Endodontic Treatment
by Bobby Nadeau, DDS; Dale Jung, DDS; Viraj Vora, DDS, MSIntroduction Consider a new patient who has come to a dental office and undergoes a screening examination. A quick look at any missing teeth may prompt a dentist to ask, why were these teeth lost? While patient responses may be…
The Notorious MB2 Canal: How To Find And Treat It
by Manor Haas, DDS, Cer. Endo, MSc(D), FRCD(C)Introduction One of the most infamous canals we chase in endodontics is the second mesio-buccal (MB2) canal of maxillary molars. It’s often referred to as the “fourth canal” and is one of the most frustrating aspects of maxillary molar root…
Dynamic Endodontic Navigation: A Case Report
by Yosef Nahmias, DDS, MScAs a child growing up in the sixties, I was a great fan of the famous “Star Trek” television show starring William Shatner. The original series debuted on September 8, 1966. The show tells the tale of the crew of…
Endodontic Engagement: The GP And Endodontist Can Achieve More As A Team
by Brett E. Gilbert, DDS, Diplomate, American Board of EndodonticsThe Pulse To truly feel the current pulse in dentistry, you must listen to what other dentists are thinking and saying. Online message boards are a great place to participate in the conversations that dentists are having. These forums give…
Choosing Wisely: Fostering Informed Conversations Between Patients And Dentists
by Susan Sutherland, DDS, MSc; Karen Born, PhDIntroduction Earlier this year the Canadian Association of Hospital Dentists joined the Choosing Wisely Canada campaign. Choosing Wisely Canada is the national voice on reducing harm to patients. Modeled on the Choosing Wisely campaign in the United States, an initiative…
Preparation is Key to Achieve Your Retirement Goals
by Lana SanicharBeep beep beep. You reach over and push the snooze button. Beep beep beep. This time you reach over and slap it. When you wake up half an hour later, you realize that you’re late for work! Panic sets in.…
Practice Automation: Allowing You To Focus On Your Patients
by Savannah KoranAs we all know, dentistry is an ever-changing industry and with the advancement of new technology, it can become increasingly harder to keep up with the latest and greatest advances in the market. In addition to clinical technology becoming more…
Paid 2018 Leaders In Practice Award Winners
by dentalcorpThe results are in! After receiving over 550 nominations and 15,000+ votes from across the nation, the inaugural Leaders in Practice award winners were announced in Oral Health’s April issue. Click here to view the 2018 award winners Designed to…
Cannabis, Capacity and Consent
by Julian Perez, Vice President of Compliance & Risk Management, dentalcorpEver since the government began seriously discussing legalization of marijuana for recreational use, dental professionals have developed an intense curiosity about what the change would mean, both for the health of patients and the provision of care. There are copious…
Light Show
by Antham Construction Group & DeStyle DesignCreating a healthcare environment, which is welcoming, professional and bright, while considering overall construction costs and budget criteria is a task we at De Style Design are priding ourselves in achieving on this project. For this office, specific attention is…
10 Legal Tips for New Dentists at the RCDSO
by Josh Koziebrocki, LLB, BABecoming a dentist can be a challenging process. Once licenced by the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (“RCDSO”), any dentist, regardless of the quality of their work, may become the subject of a formal complaint. Implementing best practices…
Learning From Others
by Dr. James YacyshynApril is an interesting time of year for me. I always find it to be a reflective time, as the university academic year comes to an end. I think about the senior dental students that I have been able to…
Evolving Excellence: Scientific Advances In Dentistry And New Restorative Paths
by W. Johnston Rowe Jr., DDS, AAACDIntroduction In 1964 Bob Dylan shared his famous observation, “The Times They Are A-Changin’.” Those words seem to continue to ring true in every facet of life today. Evolving materials and technologies offer cosmetic dentists and ceramists new tools to…
Developing A System To Eliminate Cementation Failures: A Practical Understanding For Predictable Outcomes
by Chad C. Duplantis, DDS, FAGDAbstract Cementation has a lengthy history in dentistry, with varied amounts of success along the way. As clinicians, we have seen numerous changes to formulations over the years. Each change is designed to improve our clinical results. However, misunderstanding the processes can…
Aesthetic Restoration Of Maxillary Lateral Incisors With Direct Composite
by Robert A. Lowe, DDS, FAGD, FICD, FADI, FACD, FIADE, FASDA Diplomat, American Board of Aesthetic DentistryAnterior Tooth Anatomy and Matrix Options Freehand sculpting of anterior tooth anatomy using direct composite is challenging for even the most artistically talented clinician. The more surface area that is lost, along with anatomic landmarks, the more difficult it is…