Airway Orthodontics: An Argument for Early Orthodontic Treatment
This article is not about the “how” of airway orthodontics. It’s about the “why”. But it does suggest that a regard for the rationale of … more
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Mouth Breathing: Physical, Mental and Emotional Consequences
Breathing is one of the most vital functions of the human body. Every breath we take can have a positive or negative impact on our … more
Editorial: Don’t Get Left Behind
The FDIC has a new definition of the term “oral health”; it “includes the ability to speak, smile, smell, taste, touch, chew, swallow and convey … more
Book Review: GASP! Airway Health – The Hidden Path to Wellness
The Book GASP Is A Game Changer I was in dire need of a tool to help me explain to patients that some dental symptoms … more
Editorial: Doctor, Doctor… Teach Me, Teach Me
US-based The Pew Research Group has a special unit following oral healthcare. Recently, it released a blog on three issues facing Americans (yes, it translates … more
At the Root: Happy New Year, 2017 Edition
As many of you know, Fall, 2011 saw the 100th anniversary of Oral Health, the publication for all practicing dentists in Canada, as well as … more
White Lesion Eradication Using Resin Infiltration
Introduction Over the last decade it has been noted that there is an increasing incidence of white marks on erupting teeth. Some of this is … more
Aesthetic Restoration of the Primary Anterior Dentition
One of the greatest challenges in paediatric dentistry is aesthetic restoration of the primary maxillary dentition. We are faced with both a restorative and behaviour … more
Diagnosis and Treatment Planning of Mandibular Crowding in the Mixed Dentition
Crowding, or tooth size arch length deficiency, is one of the most common reasons that people seek orthodontic treatment for themselves or their children. As … more
Editorial: The Stainless Steel Crown Revisited
Sixteen years ago, Titley and Farkouh (2001) published a paper in this journal entitled “The Stainless Steel Crown – An Underused Restoration in Paediatric Dentistry.” … more
Heroic Dentistry – Courage or Folly?
Every day we come to the rescue of our patients by taking them out of pain, combating the results of an accident, reversing the ravages … more
Evidence-Based Dentistry: How to Find Answers to Apply in Clinical Practice
Evidence-Based Medicine Since the 1980s, when McMaster Medical School in Canada termed the process of integrating scientific information into medical practice, Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM), it … more
How to Navigate the Complexities of Implant Treatment for Patients on Bisphosphates
Introduction & Background Bisphosphonates are a class of medications that prevent the loss of bone mass. Not only are they used extensively in the treatment … more
Prescribing Hydrogen Peroxide in the Treatment of Periodontal Disease
Antibiotics used for the treatment of periodontal disease have come under increasing scrutiny in recent years. One concern lies in the rise of bacteria resistant … more
Grafting with Biomaterials – Did You Get Consent?
I remember my first days as a new dentist and my introduction to the great debate over amalgam restorations vs. composite restorations. Today, we no … more
Modern Biomaterials: What, Where, When and Why
Lifelike aesthetics in prosthodontics has been a moving target since the dawn of modern dentistry. The definition of what meets the contemporary understanding of a clinically … more
The Rule of 3 “P”s
As a long time devout Christian, I have listened to many inspiring sermons by numerous Pastors over the years. One particular Pastor’s sermon style stands … more
Controlling Excess Cement During the Process of Intra-Oral Prosthesis Cementation: Overcoming the Gingival Effects
Implant treatment has greatly improved the level of care we can offer our patients. According to Misch 2015, many implant retained prosthetics are being installed … more