The DIAC Board of Directors would like to invite you to our upcoming fall event. We are fortunate to have guest speakers from industry, Health Canada Digital Health Division and academia speaking on current digital practices, regulatory oversight and changes to regulations and evolving digital technology in the dental industry. The event is open to … Read more
Today during the ADA FDI World Dental Congress in San Francisco, USA, FDI World Dental Federation (FDI) released its latest resources on the treatment and care of patients with partial tooth loss. Rather than losing all their teeth as they age, more and more dental patients are greeting old age with a number of their … Read more
Boxer and dental surgeon Dr Arthif Daniel occupies two parallel professional environments: the calm clinical atmosphere of his surgeries in Runcorn and Manchester during the week and the frenetic and brutal world of boxing across Europe at the weekends. There are times when both worlds complement one another perfectly. “As a dentist, you are commonly dealing with … Read more
As the connection between oral health and overall physical health becomes continually more evident, more doctors recognize the need for dental care and coverage. However, there is one part of the Canadian population that lacks access to basic dental hygiene. That portion of the population is Canada’s homeless people. The Faculty of Dentistry at the … Read more
Sonendo®, Inc., the developer of the GentleWave® System, a breakthrough technology for the dental marketplace, today announced that President and CEO, Bjarne Bergheim, will present at the Baird 2019 Global Healthcare Conference on Thursday, Sept 5, 2019, 11:25 a.m. EDT. The conference will take place in New York, NY. About the event, Bjarne Bergheim stated, … Read more
Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) today announced its lineup of new solutions and events to be featured during the ADA FDI World Dental Congress, presented by the American Dental Association (ADA) and FDI World Dental Federation, from September 5 to 7, 2019 in San Francisco, CA. Visitors to the Congress will have the opportunity to … Read more
Scientists have discovered a way to grow back tooth enamel, a development that could spell the end of fillings as a method to repair cavities. A team of researchers of China’s Zhejiang University were able to create a gel that makes tooth enamel repair itself, they wrote in the science journal Science Advances. Enamel is the mineralised substance that covers … Read more
Praveen Arany and Daniel Chan would have never guessed that a friendship forged over badminton would lead to the formation of an emerging biotechnology startup. The pair, who coached together for nearly five years at Rally Niagara Badminton Club in North Tonawanda, are the co-founders of OptiMed Technology. The company utilizes nanotechnology to develop toothpaste … Read more
Exercise is known to reduce blood pressure — but the activity of bacteria in our mouths may determine whether we experience this benefit, according to new research. An international team of scientists has shown that the blood pressure-lowering effect of exercise is significantly reduced when people rinse their mouths with antibacterial mouthwash, rather than water … Read more
The new obturation system that offers clinicians comfort and control like never before. Kerr Endodontics introduces an innovative upgrade in endodontic devices with the elements™ IC Obturation System. Built on the success of it’s award-winning predecessor, elements™ free, the new cordless element IC is the most advanced obturation system, offering longer battery life, enhanced ergonomic … Read more
Please note as of July, 2019 Sable has expanded to include the Sable EZ Lube line of products! Sable EZ Lube Spray, Dropper and Refill are now available across Canada. Sable EZ Lube has been tested by a 3rd party against the industries top competitors and we perform 100-250% better in overall testing. That means … Read more
Six million Canadians do not visit the dentist each year due to cost, according to federal NDP health critic Don Davies. The NDP MP for Vancouver Kingsway has insisted that access to medically necessary dental care should be a right in Canada. “It’s time that we do the hard work to start exploring adding dental care to our … Read more
Dental practices across the country found themselves locked out of their patient files after a hacker group infected a pair of software providers with REvil, or Sodinokibi, ransomware. The two companies, The Digital Dental Record and PerCSoft, which created DDS safe to provide medical records retention and backup services to dental offices, ponied up the … Read more
September is Dental Implant Awareness Month, sponsored by the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID). This year’s theme, “What’s your reason to smile?” focuses on the many ways dental implants can have a life-changing impact. “Dental Implant Awareness Month is a great opportunity to raise awareness on making informed, healthy decisions regarding dental implants,” explains … Read more
Sonendo, Inc., a leading dental technology company, and developer of the GentleWave® System announced today that Alex Crisses, a Managing Director at General Atlantic, will join Sonendo’s Board of Directors. Alex’s area of focus is on investments in General Atlantic’s technology sector, where he leads the thematic sourcing program for General Atlantic and co-heads its Emerging Growth … Read more
The BC government is posting proposed oral health regulatory changes with the goal of promoting more interprofessional practice, as well as providing more dental care options for British Columbians. The regulations that are potentially affected include the Dental Hygienist Regulation, Dental Technicians Regulation, Denturists Regulation and Dentists Regulation. “Dental hygienists do outstanding work and advocacy … Read more
A U.S. company that mails retainers to clients to straighten their teeth has filed a lawsuit against Manitoba dentists, marking its first legal threat in Canada. SmileDirectClub, a Nashville-based company that has been involved in dozens of lawsuits and complaints in the U.S., filed a statement of claim against the Manitoba Dental Association in the … Read more
Our teeth take thousands of bites per day, and understanding exactly what holds them in place and how is key to helping people live with their own teeth for longer. Now new research published in the Journal of Dental Research has shed light on the science behind the formation of the periodontal ligament, which helps keep the … Read more
Since its launch at the Chicago Midwinter show in February, 2019, OMNICHROMA has been making a huge splash across the country, impacting dentists’ practices and simplifying their procedures. As the first universal composite that matches every tooth shade with a single shade of composite, OMNICHROMA is now finding itself as the main composite for many … Read more
A former employee of an Orange County dental office says her former boss tried to force staffers to practice Scientology. Sarah Martinez says she was fired from Waldron Family Smile Center in Middletown for refusing to convert. Martinez says the owner of the office, Dr. Michael Waldron, requires new employees to sign a contract mandating … Read more