Anesthesiologist’s Role in the Perioperative Care for Pediatric Dental Procedures
Children of all ages may need dental care for a wide range of symptoms from pain during eruption of teeth, dental caries and infections to … more
pediatric dentistry
To Expand or Not to Expand? That is the Question
A 9-year-old female patient visited the orthodontic office for an initial consultation. She presented with a Class II malocclusion, crowding, and high/blocked out canines on … more
The Role of the Parent in the Treatment of the Pediatric Patient
We are all aware that treating children in our dental practice can be extremely challenging. Whether it be their inability to sit long enough to … more
When Are We Going Back to “Normal”?
COVID-19 has certainly turned our world upside down. Nowhere is this truer than in the dental profession. Dental offices all over our country have had … more
Importance of Early Multidisciplinary Care in Pediatric Dentistry
Dental and medical professionals have historically kept separate practices. Dentists have struggled to integrate into the medical community outside of the hospital setting. Traditionally, limited … more
Management of a 12-Year-Old-Male with a Class III Malocclusion and Canine Impaction
INTRODUCTON As dental practitioners, we are continuously challenged to rely on our knowledge and experience to guide us when making recommendations to our patients. A … more
Revolutionizing Minimally Invasive Dentistry with Resin Infiltration
Interproximal incipient caries, white spot lesions, fluorosis, hypo-mineralization. What would you do if it was your child, your friend, yourself? Would you cut into the … more
Erosive Potential of At-Home Carbonated Beverages
Abstract Objective: The objective of this study was to assess the effects of at-home carbonation systems on the pH of water, apple juice, and orange … more
How We Can All Help Improve Standards of Care for Children with Clefts to Optimize Their Oral Health
Globally, every three minutes a baby is born with a cleft, that’s 540 babies every day. Babies born with a cleft often struggle to eat, … more
ADASRI, External Collaborators Awarded $3.5M Grant to Map Cells in Pediatric Respiratory Tissues
The American Dental Association Science & Research Institute, together with other U.S. and international collaborators, has been awarded a three-year, $3.5 million grant to create … more
Autism On the Rise: Coping in the Dental Office
The U.S. Department of Education reports on its website that an astonishing 1 in 59 children in the United States are affected by Autism Spectrum … more
A Virtual Reality Visit to the Dentist at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a wide range of conditions that can cause social, communication and behavioral challenges.1 There has been a … more
Maximizing the Lifespan of Dental Implants Placed in Young Individuals: The Role of Oral Neutrophils in Peri-Implant Diseases
Introduction Dental implants are an increasingly popular treatment choice in young individuals with dento-facial anomalies characterized by missing teeth such as oligodontia and cleft lip … more
Managing Hemifacial Microsomia with Total Custom TMJ Replacement
Introduction: The Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery program at the University of Toronto supports the Cleft Lip Palate and Craniofacial Program at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation … more
Green Teeth? The Many Shades of Congenital Syphilis
It is a disease that you will learn about in dental school, but rarely see in actual practice. And given the many, varied features of … more
Interceptive Treatment for Patients with Maxillary Dysplasia
Orthodontic treatment can be described in 3 main groups based on the timing of treatment delivery as follows: 1) interceptive treatment, 2) comprehensive treatment, 3) … more
Smart Dentistry for the Kids in Your Practice – Silver Modified Atraumatic Restorative Technique Co-Cure Method
Saving irreplaceable tooth structure is invaluable. It is even more important for the kids in your practice as they and their teeth have a lifetime … more
Plugged in for Success: Electric Handpieces are the Future. Here’s Why.
I know that quite a number of dentists remain committed to air-driven handpieces. It was what you used in school. You have established clinical workflows … more
Management of Benign Odontogenic Lesions in the Paediatric Patient
Abstract The identification of lesions within the osseous structures in children is essential to ensure timely surgical intervention, and to minimize or correct hindrances to … more
Étude de cas : Présentation d’une Malformation Artérioveineuse à la Mandibule
Résumé Les malformations artérioveineuses (MAV) sont des lésions vasculaires rares issues d’artères et de veines qui présentent des défauts structuraux d’origine congénitale. Leurs présentations clinique … more