I have been there. You pull into the same parking spot you leave your car in daily, enter the office, and wish your co-workers good morning as you change into your uniform and place your lunch in the fridge. Through the morning huddle, you politely smile and nod while biting your tongue, wishing you had … Read more
In the bustling environment of a dental clinic, amidst the whirring of drills, the hum of suction devices, and the clinking of instruments, one crucial aspect often overlooked is the protection of the practitioners’ hearing. Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is defined as hearing loss due to damage of the inner ear from overexposure of loud … Read more
Hygiene Spotlight features an exceptional dental hygienist every month. This month we are showcasing Martelle Coke, Founder of BrownGirlRDH, a platform for women in dental hygiene to connect, share experiences, and provide support. Why did you decide to pursue dental hygiene as a career? I wanted to help people. I have a compassion for helping. My sister … Read more
ABSTRACT In modern culture, a beautiful smile is often considered a sign of intelligence, wealth, and success. Besides the position and shape of the teeth, some significant factors of a beautiful smile are the characteristics of the gingival tissue. A gummy smile has more than 2 mm of exposed gingiva and is a common cause … Read more
“Working with children and individuals with disabilities gives you entry into an authenticity that working with an adult population can’t give you. Individuals with disabilities seldom wear a mask. What you see is what you get. I call it the entryway to the divine.” 1 Providing regular care to people living with disabilities is a challenge … Read more
The demand for 3D printing in dentistry has led to remarkable technological developments, making it a more accessible solution for dentists. According to Dental Tribune, between 2023 and 2035, 3D printing in dentistry is expected to grow an average of 12.6% per year over the 12-year period. 3D printing is an additive manufacturing process in … Read more
In dentistry, zirconia restorations are the most frequently used indirect restorative material. In contrast to glass ceramics, this material can be bonded to the tooth structure using a conventional cement (e.g., resin-modified glass ionomer) if adequate retention and resistance forms are present. The material can be bonded to the tooth structure if these elements are … Read more
As it has been stated by Dr. Harold M. Shavell, “Occlusion and morphology are the common denominators of all dentistry.”1 A single tooth or restoration can profoundly affect a patient’s function and comfort if it is not properly integrated into the patient’s natural occlusal function. It is unfortunate that “modern” dentistry has such a “conformative” approach … Read more
The loss of a tooth can be a stressful event for any individual. Upon learning that a tooth in the esthetic zone has been lost, or is going to be extracted, a patient’s immediate statement is almost always: “I don’t want to lose a tooth!” followed by the question: If that’s going to happen, how do … Read more
Aesthetic dentists today have the unique opportunity to dramatically improve the quality of our patients’ lives. By restoring form and function to the stomatognathic system, we are able to improve a patient’s masticatory function, their appearance, and ultimately their self esteem. Various environmental and genetic factors can affect the airway, skeletal development, enamel formation, occlusion, … Read more
CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE The dentist can use several techniques to esthetically and conservatively restore anterior teeth using resin composite. It is up to the dentist to use a technique, or combination of techniques, to fully exploit the potential of resin composite to produce restorations that seamlessly blend into natural tooth structure. ABSTRACT Direct resin composites have … Read more
Although CAD/CAM technology is not new to our profession, its widespread use is increasingly becoming the norm rather than the exception among dental professionals. However, adopting a fully digital workflow in the dental practice can be quite challenging for those new to it. As with any learning experience, leaving behind the old ways and incorporating … Read more
Most practice owners are in charge of their own marketing. But should that be the case? On top of clinical cases and other business duties, taking on the task of marketing is a lot to have on your plate as an owner dentist. If you find yourself overworked and overwhelmed, this is an area to … Read more
Happy Spring everyone. What an amazing winter we’ve enjoyed in Manitoba! I hope you’ve all enjoyed the same. I want to thank Dr. Adamo Notorantonio (@ADAMOELVIS) for his front-page artistic photo and all the other contributing authors. As everyone knows, the CDCP will be fully rolled out in May 2024. As far as I have … Read more
There are very few certainties now, but we can be certain of the typical things: death and taxes. What about our life insurance premiums? With more and more Canadians living longer, wouldn’t this mean mortality costs should decrease? Not necessarily, especially as we dig deeper into government debt. There may be more at play as … Read more
Embarking from the classroom to a dental clinic is a transformation filled with excitement, challenges, and an immense learning curve. This transition is not just about acquiring technical skills; it’s about embodying the essence of dental care, understanding patient needs, and integrating into the fabric of a community’s health. Understanding the Basics of Dental Care … Read more
On February 3rd, 2024, TranscenDent 2024 brought together eight teams consisting of Dentistry, Engineering, and Business students from University of Toronto and Western University to showcase the results of their collaborations, addressing some of the hot topics in today’s dentistry. A selected group of applicants were invited to learn about the themes of this year’s … Read more
The Indigenous Medical and Dental Students’ Association (IMDSA) is a group of Indigenous students in the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at University of Alberta. The IMDSA is grateful to live and learn on Treaty 6 Territory, a traditional gathering place for diverse Indigenous peoples, including the Cree, Blackfoot, Nakota Sioux, Iroquois, Dene, Ojibway/Saulteaux/Anishinaabe, Inuit, … Read more
Next Gen of the Month is a monthly Q&A with a dental student or new dentist where we ask them about their experiences and accomplishments thus far in their dentistry journey. Why did you decide to pursue dentistry? My sister and I have always been my father’s greatest inspiration. He worked tirelessly to provide us … Read more
The other day, when I was at the gym, I noticed how my trainer seemed different with a client. It suddenly struck me how his demeanour shifts noticeably depending on who he was with—he was professional, focused during training sessions, and relaxed and chatty with his gym buddies or clients outside the sessions. As I … Read more