Following Health Minister Kamal Khera’s announcement Saturday to expand the final phase of the federal dental care plan—originally expected to launch earlier this year—the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) welcomed the move. Speaking in Newmarket, Ont., Khera announced the expansion of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) for eligible Canadians aged 18 to 64. She … Read more
Canada’s Health Minister Kamal Khera announced Saturday that the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) will begin accepting applications from its “largest cohort” of eligible dental patients aged 18 to 64 in May. The program, which launched for seniors in December 2023, has expanded in phases to cover children and people with disabilities. Its final rollout … Read more
Women who do not seek preventive dental care during pregnancy may have a higher risk of developing gestational diabetes and hypertensive disorders, according to a new study analyzing U.S. health data. The research, published in The Journal of the American Dental Association, examined responses from 206,080 pregnant women surveyed between 2016 and 2020 through the … Read more
A study has found that high consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) significantly increases the risk of oral cavity cancer (OCC) in women, particularly in nonsmokers and light smokers. The study, published online March 13 in JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, was based on data from 162,602 women who participated in the Nurses’ Health Study and Nurses’ … Read more
Dentalcorp acquired 30 new dental practices last year, continuing its expansion as Canada’s largest corporate dental network, the company announced Friday in its 2024 financial and operating results. As of its third-quarter investor report in 2024, Dentalcorp owned 550 practices and was in the process of acquiring another 160 clinics. This adds to the total … Read more
Dentist Elysa Kliman, originally from Toronto, starts her day just right on Bowen Island, B.C. She walks a trail surrounded by lush forest to reach her workplace: Bowen Island Dental, the island’s first official dental clinic, which opened in September. When she arrives, the clinic’s open-window concept fills the space with natural light and fresh … Read more
A London-based Hungarian florist could face dental restoration costs of up to $46,000 after letting his teeth deteriorate due to severe dentophobia. Lajos Csendes, 31, avoided dental visits for years, leading to significant oral health issues, including facial bone deterioration. His teeth had been weak since his teens, sometimes breaking from biting into bread, the … Read more
Like other Canadians, dentists are grappling with uncertainty as the Trump administration plans to impose a 25 per cent tariff on Canadian imports, effective April 2, following the previously enacted 10 per cent tariffs on Chinese-origin goods. Clifford Sosnow, chair of Fasken’s International Trade and Investment Group, said during a webinar hosted Tuesday by the … Read more
Newfoundland and Labrador Auditor General Denise Hanrahan said Wednesday that issues with the province’s Medical Care Plan (MCP) and Dental Health Plan remain unresolved more than a decade after they were first identified. Hanrahan delivered a performance audit report to the House of Assembly, highlighting ongoing concerns with compliance, information technology, and oversight. Hanrahan noted … Read more
For its latest March issue, Benjamin W. Chaffee, associate editor of the Journal of the California Dental Association and professor, wrote in appreciation of NBA star Stephen Curry’s use of mouthguards to protect his teeth during games. Citing sports history, Chaffee noted that sports have been “resistant to change” when it comes to prioritizing player … Read more
With Canada being the world’s largest legal cannabis exporter, is it time to study its long-term effects on oral health? University of Toronto researchers believe so. “Emerging evidence suggests a link between cannabis smoking and oral health issues, including oral cancers,” said Dr. Frank Mauro, a member of the research team at the Confederation College … Read more
Authorities in Suffolk County, N.Y., have arrested a woman accused of running an illegal dental practice out of her home, allegedly performing complex procedures without a license and leaving multiple patients injured, including one who suffered severe nerve damage and partial facial paralysis. Yolany Y. Mejia Carranza, 55, was taken into custody on March 14 … Read more
“The future is now!” is the theme of the 158th Annual Spring Meeting (ASM) 2025, hosted by the Ontario Dental Association (ODA). The ASM is always a popular event, providing a space for dental professionals to connect with colleagues, friends, and exhibitors. Bring your entire dental team to learn, network, and gain valuable insights that … Read more
If Jeffrey Gurian could speak to his 12-year-old self—the boy who dreamed of becoming a dentist and a comedy writer—he’d say, “I think I’d be amazed.” Born in the Bronx, Gurian has already lived out the wildest of his dreams. He wrote comedy for some of the biggest names in American entertainment, shaping U.S. pop … Read more
A review citing data from 10 observational studies involving 6,083 dental professionals across seven European countries and Brazil estimates COVID-19 antibody rates higher than previously reported. The review shows that COVID-19 rates among oral health care workers (OHCWs) stand at 13.49 per cent, compared to the general population. “The data indicate a somewhat increased occupation-specific … Read more
Utah will become the first state to ban fluoride in public drinking water, despite widespread opposition from dentists and national health organizations. Republican Gov. Spencer Cox said he would sign legislation that bars cities and communities from deciding whether to add the mineral to their water systems. Fluoride strengthens teeth and reduces cavities by replacing minerals lost … Read more
U.S. researchers want the healthcare community to learn from past mistakes in case of future pandemics. One key finding from a new study is that dental office closures during the COVID-19 pandemic led to a 62 per cent increase in emergency visits for children’s dental conditions. “Emergency departments are not well equipped to treat dental … Read more
With enzyme replacement therapy now available to treat hypophosphatasia, a rare skeletal disease but with a relatively higher prevalence among rare bone disorders, Japanese researchers say their findings will help dentists identify suspected cases earlier. Published in Scientific Reports, researchers from Osaka University analyzed the dental issues faced by Japanese patients in their largest survey … Read more
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
Two faculty members from the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine have each received $5,000 seed grants from Academic Affairs to explore ways to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the classroom. These grants will fund the development of virtual reality (VR) goggles and interactive lectures. “It’s everybody’s dream to use these fancy goggles, and … Read more