Introduction The use of digital planning in the practice of oral and maxillofacial surgery has afforded clinicians with enhanced treatment planning capabilities through the fabrication of surgical stents, which results in reduced intra-operative time and improved predictability of surgical outcomes. This method of pre-operative planning utilizes digital imaging data to plan surgery and construct the … Read more
Abstract A new class of anticoagulants known as ‘NOACs’ (novel or non vitamin K antagonist Oral Anti Coagulants are replacing the more traditional Vitamin K inhibitors – coumadin (warfarin). Other names given to these drugs include direct oral anticoagulants or “DOACs”. These drugs have the same basic effect to reduce the likelihood of clot and … Read more
Approximately 300,000 cases of oral cancer are diagnosed annually worldwide1 with an overall mortality of approximately 40 percent in the United States2, predominately because of diagnosis at a late stage3 (Fig. 1). Early diagnosis of localized disease significantly reduces the mortality rate. FIGURE 1. Carcinoma on the right maxillary tuberosity. The most common form of oral … Read more
I suffer from a metacognitive inability known as the Dunning-Kruger effect. I was working with a keen and knowledgeable intern who was suturing a wound in the posterior maxilla. Now, it was a rather difficult area but I gave the intern the room and time to practice this skill. During the 10 minute excursion to … Read more
As I return from the hospital emergency room (ER) after seeing yet another patient in dental pain (my fifth this week while on-call and that’s not counting the infections and fractures!), I wonder how we can do better as a dental community by these patients while easing the burden on the emergency department at the … Read more
– Limited number of additional places made available – Over 2,000 dental professionals to gather at the Waldorf Astoria in New York City, US – Scientific symposium program comprises lectures, hands-on training and master classes from leading experts – Following the theme “Where innovation comes to life”, new products and solutions will be unveiled The … Read more
During the 46th Journées dentaires internationales du Québec (JDIQ) held on May 30 & 31 at the Palais des congrès de Montréal, more than 1,000 dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants and dental students discovered one of the most talked about healthcare ingredients in the world, Hyaluronic Acid and how it can help in the treatment of … Read more
World No Tobacco Day takes place on May 31, and this year, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Secretariat of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control are calling on all countries to adopt plain (standardized) packaging of tobacco products. As experts in oral health promotion and disease prevention, Canadian dental hygienists support this … Read more
Septodont, the world’s largest manufacturer of dental anesthetics, has donated $5,000 to the Red Cross to help with relief efforts for the Fort McMurray wildfire evacuees. The wildfire began southwest of Fort McMurray (in the heart of Canada’s oil country) on May 1, 2016. Due to the unusual weather patterns caused by El Niño this … Read more
Capturing the Emotional Side of Digital Dentistry with Dr. Christian Coachman! The Aurum Group® is thrilled to announce our partnership with Dr. Christian Coachman, the original mastermind behind the Digital Smile Design (DSD) concept, and DSD as an Official DSD Certified Laboratory. The Digital Smile Design Concept (DSD) (www.digitalsmiledesign.com) assists in making this a reality … Read more
Company Supports PLAY Campaign Events, Which Teach Children in Need About the Importance of Smart Health Decisions Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC), the world’s largest provider of health care products and services to office-based dental, animal health and medical practitioners, today announced that for the fourth straight year, it is partnering with the Professional … Read more
At the recent ODA ASM, Henry Schein hosted a Media Event Breakfast to showcase “Connect Dental”, their platform of trusted Digital Solutions. As noted by key members of the Henry Schein Management team, including President, Cy Elborne, VP Sales, Paul Juhos and VP Marketing, Brian Allen rapidly changing technology is dramatically transforming dentistry and it’s … Read more
Curaden AG has unveiled internationally successful Swiss tennis star Martina Hingis (35) as its global ambassador promoting a new level in oral healthcare. Hingis, who was once tennis’s youngest-ever number one, is currently the name on everyone’s lips- just like the care products made by the globally successful dental supplier with its Curaprox, Swiss Smile and Megasmile brands. Lucerne-based Curaden AG … Read more
Laser Assisted Procedure Stimulates Regrowth of Oral Tissue and Bone With periodontal disease evident in eighty-five percent of adults in the United States, Millennium Dental Technologies (MDT) is pleased to announce a first-of-its-kind 510(k) clearance from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for periodontal regeneration – true regeneration of the attachment apparatus (new cementum, new … Read more
After 30 years in the Dental Community, as a Dental Speaker lecturing in North America and internationally, I retired in 2015. Following my wonderful career, I wanted to give back and volunteer with women. Good Shepherd offered me the opportunity to donate my time and energy to its Women’s Services program. I didn’t realize how many women need … Read more
World-renowned dental researchers will discuss pressing issues and advancements in dentistry at the upcoming symposium, “Innovations and Controversies in Oral Health: Connecting the Dots from Research to Practice.” Hosted by the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in cooperation with the Eighth District Dental Society, the symposium will cover topics that range from how … Read more
The 46th Annual meeting of the Ordre des dentistes du Québec will take place this spring May 27th to 31st at the Palais des congrès de Montréal. Billed has Canada’s largest dental meeting in 2015, over 13,000 delegates from around the world are expected to attend. JDIQ features a scientific program with over 125 lectures … Read more
When it comes to pain and dental professionals we know two things. One, pain is almost inevitable, due to the taxing nature of the job on the body; and two, that common imaging studies (X-rays and MRIs) often do not show significant findings that would explain the experience of pain. But the pain is definitely … Read more
The clinical practice of endodontics is subject to some paradoxes. One of these paradoxes involves examining the apical extent in order to evaluate root canal debridement and filling. The conventional assessment method evaluates the result of the endodontic treatment by the apical position of its obturation, even though it has been proven that the location … Read more
New Program Reinforces Company’s Commitment to Provide Future Dental Professionals With State-of-the-Art Equipment, Technology and Training to Succeed in Digital Era of Dentistry Henry Schein, Inc. (NASDAQ: HSIC), the world’s largest provider of health care products and services to office-based dental, animal health and medical practitioners, announced the opening of the Henry Schein Digital Dentistry … Read more