COVID-19 Update: Revised Guidance
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the RCDSO has focused on ensuring that the public receives safe and appropriate care and that dentists and their staff are … more
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Monitoring Monkeypox Cases in Ontario
The Ministry of Health Emergency Operations Center has asked the College to distribute this update regarding monkeypox in Ontario. Effective June 16, 2022, the monkeypox … more
7th Annual Aruba Conference Announced February 2-4, 2023
Clinical Research Dental is pleased to announce the 7th Annual Aruba Dental Conference, February 2-4, 2023, hosted at the Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort Spa and … more
Allied Dental Education Programs Enrollment Sees Declines
Enrollment for dental hygiene and dental assisting programs declined from pre-pandemic levels in 2021-22, and the decline in dental assisting programs started prior to the … more
Taking the Guesswork Out of Dental Care with Artificial Intelligence
“Dentists are doing a great job given all the things they have to deal with,” says Wardah Inam SM ’13, PhD ’16. Inam is the … more
Study Quantifies the Effect of Early Free Sugar Intake on Dental Caries
Free sugar consumption was measured in children enrolled in the Barwon Infant Study at age 18-months and 4-years. The exposure, free sugar intake was quantified … more
Student Research Excellence Lauded at Dentistry Research Day
Students focusing on infection, workflow and dental implants were recently announced as winners of the Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry’s annual Research Day. The 2022 … more
Peterborough Police Help Man Get Dental Care After Charging Him with Mischief
A 51-year-old Peterborough man is facing a mischief charge but now has a dental appointment, say police. Peterborough Police say at approximately 8:45 a.m. on … more
NYU Dentistry Awarded $1.5 Million to Prepare Dental Students to Care for Underserved Populations
HRSA Grant Will Support Training for Dental and Dental Hygiene Students to Provide Oral Health Services for People with Disabilities, Expectant Mothers NYU College of … more
European Federation of Periodontology Recognizes Top Innovators
The European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) has announced the recipients of the first ever EFP Innovation Award for Digital Solutions for Gum Health supported by … more
A Worldwide Survey Demonstrates Guided Biofilm Therapy is the Absolute Favorite Among Patients
The Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) protocol stands for success, quality, motivated practice teams and excellent patient acceptance. A worldwide survey of 76,338 patients has now confirmed the … more
Among First-year Dental Students, Women See Highest Rate of Enrollment
Women made up 56% of first-year dental students in 2021 — the highest rate ever, according to the ADA Health Policy Institute, which studied the … more
Canadians Not Pleased with Provinces on Health Care: Survey
A majority of Canadians are not pleased with how their provincial governments are handling health care, according to a new survey from the Angus Reid Institute. The … more
New Interim Dean Announced at U of T Faculty of Dentistry
An alumna from the class of 8T5 will step in as the Faculty of Dentistry’s first female dean as we prepare to welcome Laura Tam … more
Researchers Propose New Strategy for Prevention and Treatment of Dental Caries
One of the most common biofilm-related infections is dental caries which affects more than 60% of children and almost all adults around the world. The pathogenic … more
UB Receives Grant to Provide Dental Care to Homeless, Uninsured
The School of Dental Medicine has received a $550,000 grant from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation to provide dental care to individuals who are homeless, … more
Dental Community Responds to Refugee Crisis in Eastern Europe
After learning of dire needs in Ukraine, the ADA and ADA Foundation are lending support by publicizing humanitarian efforts of the dental community across the … more
Severe Gum Disease is Associated with Impaired Lung Function
Lung function declines with increasingly severe gum disease, according to research presented at EuroPerio10, a world congress in periodontology and implant dentistry organized by the … more
Sexual Assault Charges Withdrawn Against Toronto Dentist
Charges of sexual assault and sexual interference have been withdrawn against Toronto dentist Dr. Amir Haydarian after prosecutors said there was “no reasonable prospect of conviction” and … more
Planmeca Ultra Low Dose™ Technology Scientifically Proven in Several Studies
Planmeca has earned a reputation as the leader in low dose CBCT imaging. The Planmeca Ultra Low Dose™ protocol has been studied in several studies, … more