Intro In the world of so many generations of materials and multiple clinical approaches, how to properly seat a restoration for clinical success and longevity can be quite a dilemma. As dental materials get further improved and refined, dental cements have followed suit, becoming generally stronger and more durable. Even so, choosing the proper cement … Read more
The RCDSO advises that all dentists in Ontario should continue to use enhanced precautions at all times in the dental office. There are growing concerns about the potential for a new wave of COVID-19 as variants of the virus begin to spread in the community. To address these concerns the guidance published on January 14, 2021, responding to … Read more
Introducing Provicol QM Aesthetic, a zinc oxide-based transparent non-eugenol temporary cement that secures provisional crowns and bridges without affecting the overlying color of the restoration. This zinc oxide-based formula promotes anti-bacterial properties as well as an ideal adhesion and strength with a semi-elastic consistency that allows for easy clean up. Distinct from resin-based temporary cements, … Read more
The saliva of some students and staff at the University of Manitoba will be examined as part of a national study on occupational risks associated with COVID-19. The samples will come from students, faculty and support staff in dentistry and dental hygiene at the university, and nine other dental schools in Canada. They will be used investigate infection rates, transmission risks, … Read more
Now that pharmacists have been given the ability to distribute COVID-19 vaccines to Albertans, another group of medical professionals say they are ready to help in the effort too. The Alberta Dental Association and College says it is working with the government to determine how community dental offices can help when vaccines are more readily … Read more
As Roy Kingerlee settles in for his appointment to replace a crown, Dr. Ross Crapo prepares an anesthetic in his dentists’ office. “Open as wide as you can,” Dr. Crapo said. He routinely uses syringes as part of his practice, and he’s keen to be part of B.C.’s mass vaccination program. “Our dental clinics are … Read more
Women in dentistry—especially practice owners—are on the rise and we are proud to be a part of the business journey of female entrepreneurs. To learn more about this trend, we talked with Anna Jones of Anna R. Jones, DDS in Independence, Mo., Becky Schreiner of Alizadeh & Schreiner Orthodontics in Chesterfield, Mo., and Adrienne Hedrick … Read more
Survey also shows that half of the responding countries have agreed to include dentists in their priority vaccination groups FDI World Dental Federation today called for more countries to enable dentists to administer COVID-19 vaccines after a survey of its members revealed the small number of countries currently permitted to do so. The survey was facilitated … Read more
The health authority that covers the West Island continues to hire vaccinators, administrative assistants and other health-care professionals to work at its vaccination centres. As Quebec starts vaccinating seniors 85 and older on Monday, nurses, respiratory therapists and midwives are needed to evaluate vaccine recipients before and after a dose has been administered. “People have to stay for … Read more
Dental and dental hygiene students and staff remain among the few groups on-site nearly daily at universities and colleges across Canada. Their continued presence on campus and the nature of the dental work itself increases their risk of exposure to SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing COVID-19. The Government of Canada is investing approximately $1.4 million through … Read more
Joint research investigates pandemic’s impact on infection control practices in dental health setting; employment rate of dental hygienists Despite having been designated as high risk for COVID-19 by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, a new study finds 3.1 percent of dental hygienists have had COVID-19 based on data collected in October 2020. This is … Read more
A Thunder Bay dentist is facing several allegations of professional misconduct in connection to criminal charges he pleaded guilty to more than two years ago in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. The Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario served Dr. James Mao with two notices of a discipline hearing on Feb. 12, 2020, … Read more
The COVID-19 pandemic presented some challenges for Promoting Leadership in health for African Nova Scotians (PLANS) to offer its regular camps for teens. But an unexpected grant through the Dartmouth General Hospital Foundation provided the perfect opportunity to connect with African Nova Scotian high school students who are interested in careers in the health professions. … Read more
As the masked madness continues into 2021, mask exempt individuals are becoming more and more alienated. Serena, a mother of two autistic sons, is no stranger to this segregation. Both of her sons have been denied medical treatment at various points over the last several months, because of their inability to tolerate wearing a face … Read more
Oral Science is proud to launch a modernized version of its webinar platform, including live and on demand online conferences from leading dental professionals and key opinion leaders: Ms. Jo-Anne Jones (Canada), Dr. Samuel Lowe (United States), Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz (United States), Ms. Chrissy Ford (Canada), Dr. Dana Colson (Canada), Ms. Faye Donald (United Kingdom) … Read more
Recognition honors those companies who understand the importance of leading, making hard but values-based decisions, and their overall commitment to integrity Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC), the world’s largest provider of health care solutions to office-based dental and medical practitioners, has been recognized by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of … Read more
The new Schulich Mini MBA: Dentist Business Leadership Program, the only program of its kind in Canada, launches in May 2021. This exciting new Mini MBA program is designed specifically for dentists who want to improve their business management skills – the dentist as an entrepreneur. This unique program delivers current MBA subjects in a … Read more
Dentsply Sirona is expanding its range of zirconia blanks to include another multilayer disc with an inner color gradient: The new hybrid zirconia Cercon ht Multilayer, or for short – Cercon ht ML. With its natural gradient from incisal to dentin, the new partner of the proven Cercon xt ML is synonymous with high aesthetics, … Read more
2021 Claudio Dente, President of Dentec Safety Specialists, has announced the new ComfortAir®NxMD, the latest development for medical applications such as hospitals, clinics and EMS. New design saves thousands of dollars vs disposables Mr. Dente remarked, “we have designed our ComfortAir®NxMD half mask without an exhalation valve for doctors, nurses, front line workers and first … Read more
If you’ve noticed more headaches, ear aches or joint pain during the pandemic, a Waterloo dentist says teeth grinding could be to blame. Since the first lockdown in March, Dr. Aadil Shamji says more patients have come to him with symptoms of joint pain, muscle pain and tooth aches. “We were getting more and more patients presenting these … Read more