Preventive services are at the forefront of medical, fitness, and nutritional research. Everyone talks about prevention, but very few people adhere to it long-term, and that is what really counts in all preventive programs. It is easy to fall off the wagon and get discouraged. There are many causes why prevention eventually fails, but the … Read more
In early July 2025, a class-action lawsuit1 was filed against Heartland Dental, the largest dental support organization (DSO) in the United States. The lawsuit alleges that Heartland used AI-powered call tracking and transcription tools from RingCentral without obtaining informed consent from patients. It’s an eye-opener for the entire dental profession especially for those of us … Read more
When Uxbridge Dental Care set out to build a new home for their practice, they weren’t just thinking about dental chairs and waiting rooms; they were envisioning a warm, welcoming, and modern space where patient care could thrive. To bring that vision to life, they partnered with Studio 6 Inc., a design-build firm known for … Read more
Who moved my cheese—in my dental practice? Inspired by Spencer Johnson’s business classic —reimagined for today’s dental practice owners Your clinical skills didn’t shrink your schedule.Your patients didn’t disappear because of the economy.They followed someone willing to adapt while you clung to what used to work. Let me rip the Band-Aid off. This isn’t going … Read more
Technological advancement impacts every single aspect of our lives, and has greatly benefited the dental industry, including significant evolutions in the orthodontic field. These developments incorporate treatments with removable and fixed devices that are used in a variety of cases from different age groups, following concepts from both the European and American trends in orthodontic … Read more
Advances in digital technology have recently propelled healthcare forward, yet dentistry has historically lagged in adopting fully integrated digital tools when compared to other medical fields. The Halo Digital Mirror (Figs. 1, 2 & 3) seeks to bridge this gap, providing a multifunctional vocally operated tool that combines in flow patient education, documentation creation while enhancing visibility … Read more
We’re entering a bold new era of healthcare—one shaped by personalized medicine, preventative care, and a more integrative understanding of the body and mind. And at the heart of this evolution is something long overlooked: oral health. Once seen as separate from the rest of the body, it’s now recognized as a cornerstone of lifelong … Read more
The real reason your practice isn’t growing? Fear masquerading as caution. Businesses don’t collapse in a single moment—they erode by clinging to what once worked. Blockbuster didn’t die because of competition. It died because it stayed the same while the world changed. Blockbuster is a case study in denial. And here’s the hard truth: some … Read more
As obesity rates continue to rise across Canada, so does the demand for weight-loss medications. More than 63% of Canadian adults were classified as overweight or obese in 2018,1 a number that has likely increased in the intervening years, fueling a significant increase in prescriptions for these drugs. Originally designed to treat type 2 diabetes, semaglutide—marketed … Read more
Abstract The Canada Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is now approaching its first anniversary of patient care. This paper is a brief analysis of some current design and operational flaws diminishing the success of the plan. The paper evolves from a more comprehensive document submitted to Health Canada in fall of 2024.1 The CDCP provides access … Read more
In recent decades, dental implants have emerged as a valuable tooth replacement option, offering favorable esthetic outcomes and long-term stability. Despite their high success rates, implants are subject to biological complications that compromise peri-implant tissues,1 peri-implant mucositis and peri-implantitis being two of the most common inflammatory conditions.2 Current epidemiological studies highlight the high prevalence of peri-implant mucositis, … Read more
Tetracycline (TC) stained teeth are considered a side effect of high doses of TC antibiotics during permanent tooth formation.1 The problem is more common among people in their late 50s to early 70s who were born and raised in decades when TC antibiotics were most frequently used.2 Tetracycline-stained teeth have been classified by Feinman and by Jordan … Read more
A good light curing unit (LCU) is required to activate the photoinitiator(s) in the resin-bonded composite (RBC) and transform it into a durable, functional restoration.1-3 The international standard ISO 40494 stresses that the RBC should be properly photocured according to the instructions of the manufacturer of the RBC (not the LCU) and no resin manufacturer recommends undercuring … Read more
Finnish scientists have introduced an innovative oral hygiene solution, Lumoral (Koite Health Ltd., Espoo, Finland), the first antibacterial photodynamic device designed for home use. Lumoral harnesses light energy to combat oral diseases and complements existing cleaning methods to enhance home oral care. By selectively eliminating harmful bacteria in dental plaque, Lumoral represents a revolutionary advancement … Read more
The introduction of minimally invasive dentistry (MID) has revolutionized the management of dental caries by emphasizing the preservation of sound dental tissue capable of remineralization.1-3 This philosophy forms the foundation of chemo-mechanical caries removal (CMCR), which targets the selective removal of infected dentin while preserving the healthy, potentially remineralizable tissue.4 CMCR is a pain-free, conservative approach that … Read more
Don’t just fit your patient into an appointment; adjust the appointment for your patient. This sentiment is relevant not just for the clinical aspects of an appointment but also the administration side. Most dental offices have a patient base that varies demographically, and often the different generations have different preferences. When we asked patients how … Read more
AI is everywhere. Everything has it. Everybody talks about it. Everyone does it. In fact, you can’t escape it or ignore it. But what exactly is it? What can it do? And how can it help you or your patients? First, we must examine definitions: “Artificial” describes something that is produced or made by humans, rather than … Read more
The recent federal election in Canada resulted in a Liberal minority government under Prime Minister Mark Carney. For Canadian dental professionals—including dentists, practice owners, and industry executives—this political shift brings significant implications that require careful consideration. Understanding how these policy changes will influence the dental sector is essential for strategic business and financial planning. Economic … Read more
Non-compete and non-solicit clauses have become common fixtures in dental practice agreements. Whether in associate contracts, shareholder deals, or the sale of a clinic, these provisions are designed to protect what matters most: the patient base and the goodwill of the practice. But these clauses don’t always hold up. Courts, if requested, will take a … Read more
Office Space: Olive & Ivory Dental Studio The why: Background story In the heart of Sherwood Park, a growing suburb of Edmonton, Alberta, a high-tech dental practice with style and soul has recently opened. Olive & Ivory Dental Studio is the creation of Dr. Jehan Nanji and her husband, Aly Remtulla. Their story began in the … Read more