As Canada prepares for new Liberal leader Mark Carney to take over following Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation in early January, a New Brunswick MP says dental care is among the “greatest hits” that history will judge the outgoing leader positively on. “The list of greatest hits with the Canada Child Benefit, dental care, the ($10 a … Read more
Not unlike other places, Canadians have historically resolved to fit more in the New Year. No other resolution appears to outshine the desire to fit into our favourite jeans again. However, we also know that the desire to look and feel better about our looks is a great opportunity for the dental profession. More existing … Read more
Patients who received treatment at a dental clinic in Hamilton, Ontario, may have been exposed to improperly sterilized instruments for nearly six years, CTV News reported Wednesday. Hamilton Public Health Services (HPHS) is advising patients who received care at the office operated by Dr. Merenisa Gonzales-Diaz between July 25, 2019, and Feb. 20, 2025, to … Read more
The Dental Industry Association of Canada (DIAC) said Tuesday it is “closely monitoring developments” after U.S. President Donald Trump imposed tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico — a 25 per cent across-the-board levy. Trump, however, imposed a lower 10 per cent charge on Canadian energy and 10 to 20 per cent tariffs on Chinese-origin … Read more
Nearly 40 years after receiving single dental implants, a follow-up study has found that a small group of patients still have their implants intact. Published in Clinical Implant Dentistry and Related Research, the study reports a cumulative survival rate of 95.6 per cent for the implants and 60.9 per cent for the implant-supported crowns after … Read more
Last year, more than two dozen researchers from around the world highlighted high cholesterol and vision loss as new risk factors for dementia, publishing their findings in The Lancet in August to emphasize their conclusions. The report made international headlines, but Bei Wu, the Dean’s Professor in Global Health and Vice Dean for Research at … Read more
Described as experiencing a “dental crisis” by its local press, Florida lawmakers introduced House Bill 21 on Feb. 11 as a solution: a three-year dental therapist certification, contrasting with the usual eight years required to become a dentist. The bill, expected to cost about US$156,108 to implement, would authorize dental therapists to provide services under … Read more
Under a new federal initiative taking effect Nov. 1, dentists and dental hygienists who work in underserved rural or remote areas for five years could see up to $60,000 and $15,000, respectively, in student debt forgiven. “Providing student loan relief to health care and social service professionals working in rural and remote communities will not … Read more
As Robert F. Kennedy Jr. won Senate confirmation as U.S. Health Secretary on Thursday, some states are engaged in political debates over whether to ban fluoride in drinking water, with Arkansas recently rejecting a bill to prohibit its use. Kennedy made headlines when he took to social media, describing fluoride as “industrial waste” that lowers … Read more
A Winnipeg dental clinic is suing a patient for publishing an online review that accused staff of misleading her about the cost of a procedure, the Winnipeg Free Press reported. Greenwoods Dental Centre filed the suit in January, alleging that the patient’s statements caused injury to its “reputation, goodwill, business, business relationships and profitability.” The … Read more
Quebec-based Oral Science has announced the approval of its papain-based enzyme gel, Papacárie Duo, for minimally invasive and anesthesia-free caries removal. Papacárie Duo, which uses an innovative chemomechanical process, has received Health Canada approval (NPN 80129669), offering an alternative to traditional drilling techniques. How it works Papain works by selectively breaking down denatured collagen found … Read more
Cost remains a “major barrier” to accessing dental care, Stats Canada reported Wednesday, citing data from the Canadian Oral Health Survey (COHS) for fiscal 2024. The data shows that about 24 per cent of Canadians aged 12 and older avoided visits to an oral health professional due to cost slightly in the past 12 months, … Read more
Another year is coming to a close, so let’s look back on the headlines that caught your attention. Oral Health stayed busy in 2022, publishing 13 issues of Oral Health and 4 issues of Oral Hygiene. We shared the results of our annual Data Driven Dentistry survey, revealing how dentists were finding success post-pandemic. Our … Read more
Altima Dental is proud to welcome Dr. Barry Dolman to the position of Director, Regulatory and Clinical Affairs, QC. Immediate past-President of the Order of dentists of Quebec and the International Society of Regulators, Dr. Dolman brings a wealth of knowledge and experience dealing with a variety of management issues that pertain to the profession. “During the past year, … Read more
For decades the experience of caring for your teeth looked something like this: Visit the dentist every six or nine months. Take home a new toothbrush from the hygienist. Use it to brush at least twice daily. Repeat. If you or your child needed teeth straightened, you got a referral to an orthodontist, hoped your insurance and savings could cover … Read more
Biolux Research, designer and developer of Light Accelerated Orthodontics™ technology and products, is excited to announce it has reached agreement with Promed, for developing the Irish market. OrthoPulse® is a clinically-proven medical device that uses low levels of light energy to stimulate the bone surrounding the roots of teeth and facilitate tooth movement, thus reducing treatment time … Read more
Dentsply Sirona, The Dental Solutions Company ™, concluded 2016’s SIROWORLD: The Ultimate Dental Meeting on Saturday, Aug 13. The event closed after three days of countless networking opportunities, comprehensive and educational clinical content, a wide-ranging trade show floor and exceptional entertainment. SIROWORLD commenced on Thursday, Aug. 11, with more than 4,000 dental professionals eagerly arriving … Read more
Congratulations to Stephen Deutch, Premier Dental’s New York representative, who will be honored at the September 5th Yankee’s home game. The Yankees organization honors one veteran at each home game. During the 7th inning stretch, Stephen, joined by his family, will be introduced and recognized for his years of military service. Stephen is a distinguished … Read more
There is almost nothing more important in a dental practice than ideal lighting. Lighting allows the dentist to work in a healthy, fatigue-free manner and to see all the details in the working area as clearly as possible. This enables practitioners to meet their own high-quality standards when it comes to diagnostics and treatment, which, … Read more
Three maxillofacial dental surgeons in the province have opted out of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Medical Care Program, leaving the province looking for other options for low-income patients. Health Minister John Haggie told reporters today at Confederation Building the surgeons gave notice to his department that as of the first of August, they would no longer … Read more