Leverage the Power of Social Media
How social media tactics can help market and grow a dental practice When we think of technology and its impact on the dental industry, we … more
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Moving Together With The Future
Much has been discussed recently about the challenges of finding new team members and retaining current ones. The pandemic has shifted perspectives, and what teams … more
Chairside Chats: A Word With…Dr. Tracy Dawes
Dr. Tracy Dawes Riverside Dental Centre, Red Deer, Alberta How would you define or summarize your practice philosophy? My practice has always been relationship based. … more
Managing and Maintaining the Periodontal-restorative Interface
Restorative dentistry and periodontology have always been and forever will be inextricably linked. Integrating all elements of dentistry is an art and the science and … more
Periodontal Disease and Type 2 Diabetes
Chronic Diseases and Periodontal Health Every 24 hours, 480 Canadian men and women are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (T2D).1 In 2019, 11 million Canadians … more
Cybersecurity & Data Protection in Dentistry: A Global Threat
The American Dental Association (ADA) is an international authority guiding dentists in safeguarding personal health information (PHI) and protecting its members from cyber threats. On … more
Plant Power for Supporting Gum Health: An Infographic
Gum disease affects 70% of Canadians and is associated with many systemic diseases for which the benefits of plant-based diets have been well-established.1,2 In ‘A … more
5 Things to Know About Psychotropic Medications and Dry Mouth
Many psychotropic drugs cause dry mouth, most commonly due to anticholinergic effects. Xerostomia a common issue in dental practice, affecting about 1 in 4-5 adults.1 … more
Oral Health Care for Pets
We trust our dentists to tell us the best oral health care routines, and based on our dentists’ recommendations, we teach our children about oral … more
CandidPro – A Triple Play in Clear Aligner Therapy
In baseball, triple plays are rare. They are game changers that can make all the difference. Candid brings that same energy to orthodontics. Candid is … more
Understanding Oral Health in HPV-related Oropharyngeal Cancer in People with HIV
Little is known about why people living with HIV have a much higher rate of oral human papilloma virus (HPV) infection and oropharyngeal cancer (OPC) … more
Oral Cancer: Screening and Early Discovery
A vast amount of my career has been spent on defining our powerful role as dental hygienists in the earlier discovery of an abnormal lesion … more
Honouring Tradition
There are times when tradition is to be embraced – a marriage ceremony, a parade or a graduation. And there are times when doing things … more
U of T Alumni: Defy Gravity Pace Setting Campaign is Building the Future of Good Oral Health
Now that Defy Gravity, the University of Toronto’s new campaign, has been launched, the faculty has put together a Campaign Cabinet of alumni who want … more
Periodontal Health and Maintenance for Clear Aligner Therapy
INTRODUCTION Periodontal diseases are a diverse family of inflammatory conditions that affect the periodontium and negatively impact our oral health.1,2 Orthodontic appliances, such as traditional … more
Missing Maxillary Lateral Incisors and Considerations for Treatment Plans
The congenital absence of one or more teeth is the most common anomaly of dental development in humans. Several terms have been used in the … more
Treatment of a Class II Subdivision Type 2 Malocclusion with Customized Lingual Brackets and a Simple Distalizer Appliance
Introduction Class II subdivision malocclusions can be difficult to treat because of their asymmetric occlusal relationships. An accurate diagnosis, etiologically based when possible, is essential … more
Presurgical Maxillary Segmented Orthodontics: A Simple Concept to Prevent Relapse of Segmented Lefort 1 Osteotomy for Maxillary Expansion
Keywords: Palatal constriction Maxillary constriction Segmented Lefort 1 osteotomy Maxillary expansion Palatal expansion stability INTRODUCTION: Insufficient transverse palatal dimension is a major component of several … more
The DSO Model: Your Questions Answered
In North America, there’s a trend toward consolidation of individual orthodontic practices as the specialty evolves – from people and operations to technology and the … more
7 Confessions of a Working Orthodontist Mom
People often ask me how I “do it all” and if I have any balance in my life. Being a working mom with a busy … more