Saskatchewan dentists say shortages of personal protective equipment (PPE) and challenges with managing airborne particles from dental work could delay the return of routine services beyond May 4. The provincial government announced Thursday that medical services, including dental clinics, will be allowed to resume in the first phase of its plan to re-open the provincial … Read more
For the last month in Manitoba, dental care, like many other medical services, including optometry and physiotherapy, have been for emergencies only. On Thursday, Dr. Brent Roussin, Manitoba’s chief public health officer, said changes in provincial COVID-19 rules will be brought in slowly as Manitoba models a reopening plan similar to the one unveiled in Saskatchewan this week. … Read more
Canadians are being advised to take extra care in maintaining their oral hygiene amid the COVID-19 pandemic to prevent a surge in serious oral health problems once dental offices reopen. In an interview with CTV News Channel on Sunday, the president of the Ontario Dental Association (ODA) said Canadians should try to keep their mouths … Read more
Special Webinar Invitation Monday, April 27th @ 1pm E.T. Dear Colleague, As the Coronavirus pandemic continues, the world of dentistry is changing quickly. This is a confusing time to be a Dentist – the practice is closed, team members are asking questions and patients cannot access regular dental care… What should you be doing? Join … Read more
In the face of the 2020 coronavirus pandemic, GC America Inc. is offering and promoting several programs to support members of the dental industry. GC America offers a wide variety of free online education via webinars, podcasts, and product tutorials, which can be found at www.gcatraining.com. Additionally, GC America’s sales teams are continuing to conduct … Read more
Saskatchewan has laid out a detailed, comprehensive plan to reopen its economy, the first province in the country to do so. The plan, laid out in five phases, will start on May 4, with the resumption of non-essential medical procedures, and the reopening of provincial parks, campgrounds and golf courses. About two weeks later, retail … Read more
It may be months before routine check-ups are possible as B.C. dentists continue to face challenges ahead of reopening offices. Alistair Nichol, with the BC Dental Association, says one of the key components to opening up practices is having enough N95 type masks to protect patients and dentists, but there’s not enough to go around. … Read more
William V. Giannobile, an educator and leader in the field of periodontology and an internationally recognized scholar in oral regenerative medicine, tissue engineering, and precision medicine, has been named dean of the Harvard School of Dental Medicine (HSDM). The appointment was announced today by Harvard Medical School (HMS) Dean George Q. Daley. Giannobile is an … Read more
As British Columbia aims to lift some COVID-19 restrictions in mid-May, provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry is painting a clearer picture of what industries will be the first up and running when that reopening comes. The province is looking to re-book some scheduled surgeries as well as opening up other parts of the health-care … Read more
For several decades, the frontline defense against cavities and other oral health issues has focused on removing bacteria. To date, brushing and regular dental cleanings are viewed as the best tools for maintaining healthy mouths. Yet, joint research by London-based biotechnology startup Stellar Biome Inc. and Fanshawe’s School of Applied Science and Technology suggests embracing … Read more
Association staff and members of the ADA Advisory Task Force on Dental Practice Recovery are aware and working diligently in addressing members’ concerns over the limited availability of certain personal protective equipment items. As dentists and their staff begin plans to reopen beyond emergency procedures — as some states ease stay-at-home orders in the coming … Read more
Don’t Let Cabin Fever WIN!! Congratulations, you have made it to week 6 of the COVID-19 shutdown and isolation. At Transitions Group, our COVID-19 Survival support team is listening and has noticed a shift in attitude during isolation. This shift shows signs of a condition called ‘Cabin Fever’. Cabin Fever is experienced when a person … Read more
“To aid dentists who may be reopening their practices when state mandates are lifted,” the ADA issued an updated statement and interim guidance April 18 on the personal protective equipment recommended in order to practice during this pandemic and minimize the risk of virus transmission. “In states that are considering reopening, the ADA believes dentists should exercise professional judgment … Read more
WE WILL BE PRESENTING OUR MAY ISSUE OF ORAL HYGIENE EXCLUSIVELY ON OUR WEBSITE! At a time of challenge, having the right information and inspiration is more vital than ever! As always, we are committed to bringing Canada’s dental hygienists the best editorial content, designed to help you hone clinical skills, introduce new products and … Read more
Dentists in the Peace Country and across Alberta have had to make adjustments amid the COVID-19 pandemic, which in turn has made it more difficult for patients to receive dental care. As the pandemic unfolded here in Alberta last month, the province shuttered all non-essential businesses to the public, which included dental practices for any … Read more
With dental clinics around the globe reducing their patient flow or shutting down temporarily, it was clear for the Symposium organizers at Nobel Biocare that this was an opportunity to deliver first-class implant treatment educational content for the dental community. With more than 10,000 unique registrations, the online edition of Nobel Biocare Global Symposium brought … Read more
Canadian insurance companies are slashing premiums as claims fall, in a bid to help small- and medium-sized businesses grappling with Covid-19. Canada Life has announced premium reductions of 50% for dental and 20% for vision and extended healthcare benefits, excluding prescription drugs. At Sun Life Financial Inc., credits against dental and non-drug-related extended health care … Read more
A man decided to pull out his own tooth after he was refused an emergency dental appointment due to the lockdown. Aircraft fitter Billy Taylor, 33, from Axminster, Devon, said he was told not to come in unless he could not breathe. The British Dental Association (BDA) said DIY dentistry was “inevitable” given the “failure” … Read more
The COVID-19 pandemic has hurt small businesses across Nova Scotia, forcing many to change its business plan or to close altogether. In a step to ease the financial burden, the provincial government rolled out the COVID-19 small business impact grant to help businesses during the public emergency. But not all small businesses qualify. Dental clinics were excluded … Read more
Ivoclar Vivadent is focused on providing education and resources to our customers during the COVID-19 Pandemic. We have developed a new Ivoclar Vivadent Academy – https://resources.ivoclarvivadent.com/dentist/en/academy where each day there are new webinars for our Dentists to enjoy. The online knowledge platform for dental technicians and dentists includes: webinars, case reports and much more. To … Read more