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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…
You Are The Reason Patients Stay… Or Leave
by Oral HealthLet’s not beat around the bush: patients can and will leave your practice because of you. Dissatisfaction with a dentist or their team is the number one reason for patients finding a new practice. However, it’s crucial to note: patients…
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.Advertisement 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…
Why CE Could Be The Death Of Dental Meetings
by Lou Shuman, DMD, CAGSThe game is changing for live dental meetings. Most companies look for podium time, which helps drive traffic to the exhibit floor, and won’t attend if it is not offered. Practitioners value meetings as a source of CE credits, but…
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…
Low Tech Approach – High Five Results! The Beauty Of The Direct Composite Mock-Up
by Douglas L. Lambert, DDS, FACD, FASD, FASDA, FICD, ABADEsthetics is still one of the key driving forces in dentistry today – whether it is one tooth or an entire mouth. The persona created by a beautiful smile is seen as a true asset to one’s personality. Meeting the needs and…
Health-Driven Goals With Esthetic Outcomes
by Amanda SeayPatients often present with the desire to maintain or improve their overall dental health and may state that their only goal is to have their teeth outlive them. They don’t desire a smile makeover or esthetic enhancement,…
Complex Esthetics: Combining An Implant, “H” Abutment, PMMA Provisionals, And Lithium Disilicate
by David Hornbrook, DDSIntroduction The prospect of replacing an anterior tooth with an implant-supported restoration presents both esthetic and clinical challenges for dentists.1,2 These include – but are not limited to – ensuring an ideal shade match among adjacent natural teeth or all-ceramic…
A Multidisciplinary Approach For The Esthetic Treatment Of Anterior Crown Fracture
by Carleigh M. Prane, DMDIntroduction A common form of dental trauma is the fracture of anterior teeth, especially maxillary incisors because of their position in the arch. These types of traumatic injuries are more common in children and young adults. Aesthetic rehabilitation of traumatic injuries…