In 2000, there were an estimated 3.8 million Canadians aged 65 and over; up 62 percent from 2.4 million in 1981.In fact, the senior population has grown about twice as fast as the overall population since the early 1980s. As a result, more than one out of every eight Canadians is a senior. In 2000, … Read more
Cologne, Germany–IDS Cologne 2003 organizers are expecting 1,400 suppliers from 43 countries at the next show, March 25-29, 2003. The world fair for the dental sector is being held for the 30th time in its 80-year history. In 2001, close to 60,000 dentists, dental technicians and dental dealers from 118 countries attended the show. The … Read more
An easy-to-follow method for gaining control over your financial future
The important concept is to identify and eliminate everyday activities that may contribute to breaking any link of infection control.
– Do you use the same mask all day?– Do you frequently pull down your mask away from your nose so you can breathe easier?– Do you leave your mask on while you leave the operatory to quickly grab something or to briefly check another patient?– If using aerosol-producing equipment, do you use your mask … Read more
It is not always easy to determine precisely what constitutes sexual harassment. The Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) policy explains that sexual harassment means someone is bothering you by saying or doing unwanted or unwelcome things…
Management is efficiency in climbing the ladder of success. Leadership determines whether the ladder is leaning against the right wall.; An outstanding leader believes in the people within his/her organization and, because of this belief, is willing and able to delegate responsibility effectively to those people.
Are you making any of these common but critical mistakes that silently destroy your dental team?
Montreal–More than 11,000 delegates and exhibitors attended the Canadian Dental Association’s joint convention with Les Journes dentaires internationales du Qubec in Montreal, the city where CDA was founded in 1902. The high point of the convention was the 100th Anniversary Gala Dinner. During the evening’s festivities, special tribute was paid to former CDA president Dr. … Read more
DPM’S First Annual ‘virtual’ roundtable featuring leaders of Canada’s dental industry
Read the LabelsMake sure your mask meets the requirements for filtration efficiency. Don’t get lost in the technical information; try to stick to the basics and recognize the standards that must be followed.Comfort and FitChoose what you feel is right for you! Here are some features to check out:Look for a comfortable nosepiece that easily … Read more
According to the austere Encyclopedia Britannica, fortune telling is “the forecasting of future events or the delineation of character by methods not ordinarily considered to have a rational basis. Evidence indicates that forms of fortune telling were practiced in ancient China, Egypt, Chaldea and Baylonia as long ago as 4,000 BC. Prophetic dreams and oracular … Read more
Responding to a College complaint: What do you do?
Over the past five years there has been a lot of talk in dentistry about “systems,” including those related to quality dentistry and case acceptance. When systems are discussed, a man frequently quoted is Dr. W. Edwards Deming, who has been called the ‘father of quality management’.Those who know of Dr. Deming, know he is … Read more
Can you both be flexible enough to share, or is it more appropriate for one person to cover these hours…?
The Balance MythI have continually been amazed at how many dentists are unhappy and unfulfilled. Truthfully, I haven’t met a single dentist or anyone else who has achieved “a balance,” where every aspect of life harmonizes and falls into place for a sustainable period of time. When you think about it, life is too dynamic … Read more
Chicago — Keep America Smiling, a campaign dedicated to recognizing people and organizations within our industry who give their talents and time to increase the oral health of the country or who assist disadvantaged people in time of need, was officially launched in Chicago, IL at the annual Mid Winter Meeting.Hosting a gala reception with … Read more
Gracemarie Stephens, age 46, endured domestic violence attacks for 24 years. Married at 16, she incurred her first domestic violence beating when she was 18-years-old. Although the beatings continued, she stayed with her husband for 15 years, thereafter drifting in and out of violent domestic relationships.Five years ago, Stephens courageously left that painful life behind … Read more
