dentalcorp Charity Poker Classic – Raise your Pots for Canadians on the Front Line
Join us and ‘raise your pots’ for Canadians on the front line On Friday, May 8, we will be hosting our inaugural dentalcorp Charity Poker … more
COVID-19
Impact of the Current COVID-19 Pandemic on Dental Practice Valuations and Sales
Never has the statement that we live in unprecedented times been truer. As of the writing of this article, none of us fully understands how … more
COVID-19: Maximizing Government Benefits
With COVID-19 shutting down many dental practices across the country, the government has introduced new benefits to help businesses weather this storm. Here is an … more
Is This Really the Best Time to Buy a Practice?
ABSOLUTELY!!! And here is why. If your ultimate goal is to own your own practice, then do not pass on a good office because of … more
The Lessons That I Didn’t Learn at School
I never thought the day would come where I would be writing for Oral Health, but I guess there’s a first time for everything. My … more
COVID-19: Alberta Golf Courses to Reopen, Dental Services to Resume in the Coming Days
Alberta’s COVID-19 restrictions will begin lifting Friday, but it will be at least two weeks until retailers and restaurants can re-open. Under the province’s plan, … more
Manitoba Dentists Prepare to Open Monday for Urgent Matters Only
Dentists across Manitoba are preparing for the “new normal” — wearing N95 masks and face shields, and only seeing a limited number of patients with … more
“Settle Time” After an Aerosol Generating Medical Procedure (AGMP)
What is “Settle Time”? The “settle time” is the amount of time needed to remove infectious airborne organisms from room air (e.g., TB, chicken pox) … more
Returning to Practice: Planning and Considerations
The Government of Ontario has now released A Framework for Reopening our Province. The document makes clear that, when implemented, “public health and safety will be … more
The New Normal — PPE Gown Shortage
The dental community’s concern continues to rise regarding the PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) supply and availability for their return to work, as mandated by their … more
Gowns, Hairnets and No Small Talk: Saskatchewan Dentist Says Patients Can Expect Big Changes
Dr. Parviz Yazdani, a dentist in Saskatoon, said once his office reopens May 4, safeguards will be in place to guarantee everyone’s safety. “You will … more
‘It’s Been Hell’: COVID-19 Restrictions Leave Woman With Broken Tooth and in Pain
On the very day Nova Scotia shut most dental clinics due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Jennifer Allen bit into a carrot and broke a back … more
CDSS Alert – COVID-19 Pandemic: IPC Interim Protocol Update
All CDSS members are required to review this CDSS Alert as CDSS members transition to Non-Emergency Dental Care Some oral health care facilities may choose … more
Guidance on Emergency and Urgent Care During COVID-19
The Government of Ontario has declared a State of Emergency and issued an Emergency Order, closing all non-essential businesses. Health care and social services have … more
Will Saskatchewan Residents Flock to Dental Offices When They Reopen in May?
If you open it, will they come? The Saskatchewan government’s plan to gradually restart the economy is set to launch next month. Will the public … more
dentalcorp Launches Free Online Screening Tool to Help Flatten the Curve
dentalcorp, Canada’s largest network of dental practices, announced today the nationwide launch of a free virtual dental triage service in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Accessible through hellodent.com, … more
Dentists Say PPE Shortage, ‘Aerosol’ Concerns Could Delay Reopening of Services
Saskatchewan dentists say shortages of personal protective equipment (PPE) and challenges with managing airborne particles from dental work could delay the return of routine services … more
Manitoba’s Medical Providers Hope They Can Reopen, Safely and Slowly, in Coming Weeks
For the last month in Manitoba, dental care, like many other medical services, including optometry and physiotherapy, have been for emergencies only. On Thursday, Dr. Brent … more
Canadians Should be Brushing, Flossing Teeth More Often Amid Pandemic
Canadians are being advised to take extra care in maintaining their oral hygiene amid the COVID-19 pandemic to prevent a surge in serious oral health … more
Dentistry & Coronavirus Pandemic Strategy – Special Webinar Invitation
Special Webinar Invitation Monday, April 27th @ 1pm E.T. Dear Colleague, As the Coronavirus pandemic continues, the world of dentistry is changing quickly. This is … more