In the world of dental hygiene, there are leaders who don’t just practice the profession—they elevate it. One such leader is Ann Cadoret, MS, MPH, whose career has taken her from animal science to chair side care, and, ultimately, into consulting, mentorship, and innovation. I had the privilege of sitting down with Ann to hear … Read more
There’s a shift happening in dentistry that goes beyond technology and trends. We’re entering a time when authenticity, communication, and confidence are redefining what leadership looks like in this profession. Whether you’re a hygienist, assistant, dentist, manager or DSO executive, 2026 is the year to step up and speak out. When I began my career … Read more
Congratulations! After years of demanding coursework, late-night study sessions, and challenging clinicals, you are about to embark on an incredibly rewarding journey as a dental hygienist. As a practicing dentist for over 26 years, I still feel a surge of excitement when I connect with those entering this profession that we care so much about. … Read more
Your clinical skills are excellent. Your patient care is exceptional. Yet practices with worse dentistry consistently outrank you in local search results. The reason? They’ve built massive review profiles while you’re still manually asking patients to “please leave us a review when you get a chance.” Spoiler alert: patients never get a chance. Between parking … Read more
While technology continues to reshape our society in both positive and negative ways, it is also changing how we connect with our neighbours and communities. For instance, emerging innovations such as robotic companions and digital platforms are showing promise in helping seniors overcome traditional barriers to human interaction — a group that has long faced … Read more
Everyone loves a good deal, and in 2025 promotions and discounts remain a powerful way to attract and retain clients. This infographic highlights key statistics on promotion outcomes, offers guidance on how to get started, and outlines the methodology behind successful campaigns.
A recent news story described an Ontario family who was shocked when their parents passed away within the same year and the estate owed more than $660,000 in taxes. The children expected to inherit a cottage and retirement savings, but much of the money went straight to the Canada Revenue Agency. This wasn’t a mistake. … Read more
More patients are asking AI for help choosing a provider. A June 2025 Rater8 survey found that 26 percent of patients said AI tools, including AI-generated review summaries and assistants like ChatGPT, directly influenced their choice of healthcare provider. That puts AI influence on par with primary care referrals at 28 percent and healthcare review … Read more
The days of dentistry as a “boutique” business are long gone, says Prashant Ohri, president of Henry Schein Canada and Americas (non-U.S.), Global Distribution Group. For years, many dentists weren’t trained to run a business. Today, they’re expected to standardize workflows, track key performance indicators (KPIs), market online and adopt digital tools—all while preserving the … Read more
ChatGPT has transformed your admin workflows and treatment notes. Now, meet the robots entering your operatory.1 1. The rise of surgical robotics When the da Vinci Surgical System launched in July 2000, it proved to general surgeons that robotic-assisted surgery, offering high-definition 3D views and built-in tremor-filtration technology, could be effectively applied to a wide … Read more
Artificial intelligence has entered dentistry not with fanfare, but through a quiet transformation. In practices across North America, clinicians are discovering that AI scribes can record consultation notes while they focus on patients, enhancing compassionate care. Diagnostic algorithms can identify subtle pathologies in radiographs, and machine learning-powered administrative assistants can simplify insurance authorizations. What once … Read more
Periodontal debridement, particularly scaling and root planing (SRP), remains the cornerstone of nonsurgical periodontal therapy. Its effectiveness in reducing probing depths and controlling inflammation has been well documented for decades.1-3 However, despite its central role, the procedure presents significant variability in complexity. Factors such as pocket depth, furcation involvement, root concavities, calculus tenacity, and patient-related challenges … Read more
Abstract The lymphatic system, though essential in fluid homeostasis, immunity, and fat absorption, has historically received minimal attention in medical and dental education. Complex Lymphatic Anomalies (CLAs) represent a rare but serious group of lymphatic disorders that carry significant morbidity and mortality. This article integrates a personal perspective with a clinical review to highlight the … Read more
In the patient’s pursuit of restoring both aesthetics and function, dental implants have become one of the most widely used treatment modalities for the rehabilitation of partially and completely edentulous cases. Despite their high long-term success rates, dental implants remain susceptible to biologic complications such as peri-implant mucositis and peri-implantitis. These peri-implant diseases are primarily … Read more
Geographic tongue (GT), also known as benign migratory glossitis, is a chronic, inflammatory oral condition of unknown etiology.1 It is characterized by erythematous lesions with irregular white borders, and is typically seen on the dorsal and lateral surfaces of the tongue in circinate2 or serpiginous patches.1 The lesions often alternate between periods of exacerbation and remission, and may … Read more
I don’t think it’s an exaggeration to say that a new bill announced by the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI), the federal government agency that regulates Canadian banks, could mark the end of real estate investing in Canada as we know it. Significant changes are coming in 2026 to the way Canadian … Read more
Your dental patients are on social media—but how exactly are they using it? And how can you best leverage your own platforms to reach them? According to our latest survey, half of respondents said they are open to following business accounts, including dental practices. If you are deciding where to focus your efforts, Facebook, YouTube, … Read more
Dental patients no longer flip through phone books or rely only on referrals. They research online, reading reviews, comparing services, and searching Google for the most convenient clinic. If your dental practice doesn’t appear in those local searches, you’re missing out on a steady flow of new patients. Google’s local algorithm prioritizes dentists near the … Read more
If you are a golf fan, you likely spent time recently watching the chaos at the Ryder Cup! Drinks thrown at players and their spouses. Heckling during backswings. A sport famous for its hushed reverence turned into something resembling a rowdy bar on game night. Here’s what struck me: Golf didn’t change. We did. And if … Read more
When a 45-year-old patient presents with Stage IV, Grade C periodontitis alongside unexplained cervical lymphadenopathy, the question is not just about pocket depths. It is about recognizing that you are looking at a biological network in distress, one where local inflammation has activated systemic pathways that extend far beyond the gingival margin. This scenario is not hypothetical. … Read more