On April 29, 2020 the Province of Manitoba released “Restoring Safe Services – Manitoba’s Pandemic and Economic Roadmap for Recovery.” Manitoba provincial public health authorities have recognized that the province is emerging out of the COVID19 Pandemic Phase and into a Transition phase. They outline multiple phases to re-establishing services. In phase 1, and at … Read more
Join us and ‘raise your pots’ for Canadians on the front line On Friday, May 8, we will be hosting our inaugural dentalcorp Charity Poker Classic at 6 pm ET. This tournament is open to all Canadians* Share it with your friends and don’t forget to bring your best poker face! Prize Pot First Place … Read more
Never has the statement that we live in unprecedented times been truer. As of the writing of this article, none of us fully understands how this pandemic will play out. But even in times of unprecedented crisis, experience and basic principles can often help us draw reasonable conclusions about how businesses will likely be affected. … Read more
With COVID-19 shutting down many dental practices across the country, the government has introduced new benefits to help businesses weather this storm. Here is an overview of what’s available for dentists and some ways to optimize the benefits for you and your team. Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) – This benefit provides a subsidy of … Read more
ABSOLUTELY!!! And here is why. If your ultimate goal is to own your own practice, then do not pass on a good office because of the times we are currently in. An economic crisis can be the best possible time to invest in yourself! As an associate, this could be the moment you buy yourself … Read more
I never thought the day would come where I would be writing for Oral Health, but I guess there’s a first time for everything. My name is Hunter Soll, daughter of co-chairman of the editorial board of Oral Health, Dr. Jordan Soll. There are many differences between me and my father, one of them being … Read more
Alberta’s COVID-19 restrictions will begin lifting Friday, but it will be at least two weeks until retailers and restaurants can re-open. Under the province’s plan, unveiled Thursday by Premier Jason Kenney, some boat launches can open Friday and vehicles will have access to parking lots in parks and public lands. Golf courses can open Saturday. … Read more
Dentists across Manitoba are preparing for the “new normal” — wearing N95 masks and face shields, and only seeing a limited number of patients with urgent needs. Starting Monday, dental offices will be able to be reopen under the plan announced by the province Wednesday to allow some services and businesses put on hold by the coronavirus pandemic … Read more
What is “Settle Time”? The “settle time” is the amount of time needed to remove infectious airborne organisms from room air (e.g., TB, chicken pox) or infectious aerosols that may be created during an AGMP. This begins when the source of infectious aerosols ends. Examples of when the “settle time” starts include: When a patient … Read more
The Government of Ontario has now released A Framework for Reopening our Province. The document makes clear that, when implemented, “public health and safety will be the number one concern, while balancing the needs of people and businesses”. This approach reflects what we have seen in other jurisdictions, including strong interest in specific protocols, the need … Read more
The dental community’s concern continues to rise regarding the PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) supply and availability for their return to work, as mandated by their respective governing bodies. Today, we review an essential PPE item that is in high demand and also has a critical shortage issue – Gowns. Apparently, a U.S. recall in January … Read more
Dr. Parviz Yazdani, a dentist in Saskatoon, said once his office reopens May 4, safeguards will be in place to guarantee everyone’s safety. “You will not be able to have as much of a chit chat with your dentist,” he said. “You’ll be wearing a gown. I’ll be wearing a gown. I’ll be in a … Read more
On the very day Nova Scotia shut most dental clinics due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Jennifer Allen bit into a carrot and broke a back tooth. A month later, she’s still in pain. The Halifax woman called her dentist in March and he told her to take Advil and Tylenol to manage the nerve pain. He … Read more
All CDSS members are required to review this CDSS Alert as CDSS members transition to Non-Emergency Dental Care Some oral health care facilities may choose to remain closed due to shortage of PPE or recent facility requirement changes. However, all CDSS members are required to maintain contact information for patient dental emergencies. Rationale for providing … Read more
The Government of Ontario has declared a State of Emergency and issued an Emergency Order, closing all non-essential businesses. Health care and social services have been identified as essential businesses and regulated health professionals, including dentists, are permitted to provide urgent care only. As a result, the College continues to strongly recommend all non-essential and … Read more
If you open it, will they come? The Saskatchewan government’s plan to gradually restart the economy is set to launch next month. Will the public rush back to campgrounds, eye appointments and flower shops? In Germany and other countries that have loosened COVID-19 restrictions in recent days, many residents have decided to stay home. CBC … Read more
dentalcorp, Canada’s largest network of dental practices, announced today the nationwide launch of a free virtual dental triage service in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Accessible through hellodent.com, an online directory that connects people with practices in dentalcorp’s network, patients are virtually screened by local dentists in their province through secure online chat, audio or video channels, where … Read more
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