Can Brushing Your Teeth Prevent the Spread of COVID-19? Not Exactly
A U.K. dental expert has suggested that frequent tooth brushing could be used as a preventative measure against COVID-19 in a similar vein to hand … more
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Daily Use of Ultrasound Can Speed Up Orthodontic Treatment, Prevent Root Damage
An ultrasound device developed at the University of Alberta has been shown to help patients who wear braces get faster results and avoid long-term complications, … more
Report Finds COVID-19 Rate Among Dentists is Less Than One Percent
Although assumed to be at high risk for COVID-19, fewer than one percent of dentists nationwide were found to be COVID-19 positive, according to a … more
Some B.C. Dentists Charging COVID-19 Fee to Cover PPE Costs
Some B.C. dentists are charging patients a COVID-19 fee to help recoup their increased costs during the pandemic. The surcharges are meant to offset increased … more
Never Waste a Good Crisis: An Opportunity to Bounce Forward
Given the requirement for aerosol generating procedures to provide effective dental treatment, the COVID-19 pandemic has been particularly challenging for all dental professionals. As leaders … more
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Periodontal Disease: Is There a Link?
What is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)? When young women experience infrequent or irregular menstrual cycles, it is quite common for them to receive a diagnosis … more
Demonstrating Resilience in a Professional Program During COVID-19: Top Five Pieces of Advice
The COVID-19 global pandemic has affected everyone in some way. The combination of stressors seems endless – the fear of contracting the virus, losing a … more
Prebiotics: Not Only For Gut Health?
Our gut and oral cavity are home to the largest and second largest microbiomes, respectively, in the human body. Together, these microbiomes are intrinsically linked … more
The Mindful Dentist: How Incorporating This Simple Practice Can Help You Manage Stress, Improve Client Relationships and Feel Better Overall
Floss. Brush. Rinse. These simple instructions for healthy teeth seem easy enough. So why is it that only 4% of Canadians follow this dentist-recommended regimen? … more
Use of a Three-Dimensional Printed Model for Autotransplanting a Maxillary Third Molar: A 3-Year Radiographic and Tomographic Follow-Up
Abstract Tooth autotransplantation is defined as the surgical movement of a tooth from one alveolar socket to another in the same individual. It is a … more
Malignant Transformation of an Odontogenic Cyst: Report of Two Cases
Introduction Primary intraosseous squamous cell carcinoma’ (PIOSCC) is a rare malignancy arising centrally within the jaw with no connection to the surface oral mucosa.1 The … more
Rehabilitation of Both Failing Implants and Remaining Dentition with Implant Overdentures: A Case Report
Introduction A removable overdenture prosthesis is a practical rehabilitative alternative to a conventional complete denture as it is more comfortable, retentive, and satisfying for patients. … more
The Best Practices in Determining Best of Class: Why This Award is Coveted By the Industry and Respected By the Dental Community
From an idea fleshed out over a breakfast meeting at the Chicago Midwinter 12 years ago, to today, the Cellerant Best of Class Technology Awards … more
Why You Should Be Running Facebook Campaigns
During our research for Data Driven Dentistry, 87% of patients replied that they use Facebook on a regular basis. Of that, only 15% of patients … more
Dental Hygienists In Ontario Can Now Legally Treat Their Spouses
As of October 8, 2020, dental hygienists in Ontario can legally treat their spouses as defined by law. Pursuant to the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991 (the … more
Aerosols in Dentistry: The Bacterial Contamination of the Room Air During an AIRFLOW® Treatment
Abstract Dentists and scientists, supported by EMS, have measured bacterial contamination of room air during an AIRFLOW® treatment in two scenarios (without and with special … more
National Dental Care Program for Uninsured Canadians Would Cost $1.5-Billion a Year, PBO Says
Implementing the NDP’s call for a national dental care program would cost taxpayers about $1.5-billion a year, according to a new report by the Parliamentary … more
Oral Cancer Pain Predicts Likelihood of Cancer Spreading
Oral cancer is more likely to spread in patients experiencing high levels of pain, according to a team of researchers at New York University (NYU) … more
Vaccine Allocation Framework Identifies Dentists as Essential
Dentists and dental hygienists are essential health care workers who should be afforded early access to a COVID-19 vaccine, according to a vaccine distribution framework … more
Navigating and Succeeding in a Post-COVID Job Market – Tips and Best Practices
I realize we’re all getting numb to hearing the term “The New Normal” in this post-COVID world. And along with everyone else, dental professionals have … more