The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) has installed Neil J. Gajjar, DDS, MAGD, of Mississauga, Ontario, as the organization’s new president-elect. Dr. Gajjar, who recently … more
With the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Oct. 26 declaring the opioid crisis a public health emergency, CDA reminds dentists, who prescribe … more
Anne Kingston: The glaring omission of dental care from Canadian health-care plans is both illogical and a public-health concern. When Bernie Sanders took his well-publicized … more
Does your child fear the dentist? Many kids do—mine included. After a routine visit, my seven-year-old son swore off opening up and saying “ahh.” The … more
Tooth sensitivity is a common complaint from patients. According to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association, 12.3 percent of responding … more
LED Medical Diagnostics Inc. (“LED Medical” or “the Company”), has proudly announced that its VELscope® Vx Enhanced Oral Assessment System with iPod* touch integration, manufactured … more
On November 14, Canadian dental hygienists will join more than 1 billion people worldwide in marking World Diabetes Day. As primary health care providers, dental … more
Following five years of planning, construction has begun on the Alpha Omega Dental Centre for Geriatric Care at Baycrest. Scheduled to open in early 2018, this state … more
Invisalign providers seeing benefits of Invisalign treatment among teen patients Align Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALGN), makers of the Invisalign® system, the most advanced clear aligner system … more
Almost one year ago, many interested viewers could tune into an online live stream to see two Dentsply Sirona XiVE implants being placed using a … more
Introduction Mouth care is an important aspect of patient care in hospitals, but is often identified as requiring improvement. Mouth Care Matters (MCM), an initiative … more
Canada’s dental hygienists remind all ghosts and goblins preparing for a night of Halloween fun to beware of treats—particularly sticky and chewy candies— that can … more
Landing a career can be tough enough today. But a high percentage of job-searching millennials are doing their best to keep their mouths closed while … more
Many fines incorrectly imposed after dental treatment are because of mistakes over patients’ addresses, says a health watchdog. The latest figures show 385,000 fines were … more
The Crown is recommending a couple from southern Alberta’s Blood Tribe be jailed for 12 to 18 months for failing to provide the necessaries of life to their … more
Joseph P. Crowley, D.D.S., a general dentist practicing in Cincinnati, Ohio, is the new president of the American Dental Association (ADA). Dr. Crowley, who was … more
Lemala Dental Group is now offering a 2nd presentation date on November 7th, 2017 for the launch of Lemala Dental Franchises. Our October 24th, 2017 event … more
Planning Guides and 3D Visualization Tools Among Site Enhancements Henry Schein Dental, the U.S. dental business of Henry Schein, Inc., announced the launch of its … more
The Viscardi Center announced today that it has joined with Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC), to create Project Accessible Oral Health (PAOH), an international public-private partnership … more
Air Techniques, Inc., a leading innovator and manufacturer of dental equipment, has donated several boxes of their Monarch brand of Hand Sanitizer to the University … more