The Dental Industry of Canada (DIAC) is pleased to announce the launch of its 23rd annual Future of Dentistry Survey. This is the primary vehicle for dental clinicians and specialists to let dental manufacturers, dealers, laboratories and service companies know your opinions on key topics and how they can serve you more efficiently. Participate in … Read more
There’s no denying patients are more technology savvy than ever. And if they aren’t, they can easily Google “intraoral camera” or “CAD/CAM” and walk into their next dental appointment “experts”. It’s understandable why 55.2% of Canadian dentists are concerned of the demand for dental technologies by patients. But relax, it’s not as bad as you … Read more
A woman who was using the title of doctor/physician to administer Botox or cosmetic fillers at a Welland dental clinic has promised to stop after the College of Physicians and Surgeons started an investigation last year into whether she was operating in contravention of the Regulated Health Professions Act. Warkaa Al-Shukrii, who is not a … Read more
It has often been said that to bring attention to a controversial matter simply affirms its existence, memorializes it and gives it credibility. The corollary is to ignore it and allow wrong and negligent statements to pass as science. Instead of burying our heads in the sand, we would much rather bury bad science once … Read more
When the American Dental Association ratified its “Policy on the Role of Dentists in the Treatment of Sleep-related Breathing Disorders” in 2017, the intention was to clarify the boundaries between medicine and dentistry to make sure dentists didn’t overreach into the diagnosing of apnea. The policy statement, recognizing the many comorbidities that also occur in … Read more
As humans, we are obligate nasal breathers but mouth breathing has become prevalent and almost the norm. The dentist can play an important role in reversing this trend by both diagnosing and treating. Mouth breathing has been considered a factor in Sleep Disordered Breathing (SDB) especially in children. It may be present from a combination … Read more
Dentists wield enormous power over their patients’ medical outcomes – positive and negative – and it starts with our intimacy with people’s airways. 2019 will be remembered as a seminal moment for dentistry. Are you and your practice prepared? The important role that dentistry can play in airway centered disorders (ACD) is being discovered by … Read more
“The human language capacity is overlaid in sensorimotor systems that originally evolved to do things other than support language” – Philip Lieberman Introduction According to Philip Lieberman, a scientist and recognized expert on the human brain and the evolution of speech, cognition and language, evidence from contemporary neuroscience indicates that our brains do not operate … Read more
Abstract The nasopalatine duct cyst is the most common non-odontogenic developmental cysts. This case report presents a nasopalatine duct cyst in a patient with a history of orofacial pain over one year with multiple doctor visits and only limited success. This nasopalatine duct cyst is the largest reported to date. It was treated with enucleation … Read more
Introduction Cannabis refers to drug products produced from plants of the genus Cannabis. 1 One of the most commonly used recreational drugs, 2 cannabis is capable of producing feelings of euphoria and relaxation in users. 3 While historically cannabis has been an illegal substance, in many countries there has been increasing acceptance of its usage … Read more
Abstract This article will present a review of the literature regarding the high rates of hearing loss, tinnitus and related comorbidities, affecting general dentists, specialists and assistants, as a result of the excessive noise produced by the dental high-speed handpiece (HP) (Fig. 1A). In comparison to other medical practitioners, including dentists who rarely use the … Read more
A Systematic Approach to Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A workflow using SICAT and Zephyr Sleep Technologies: SICAT Air and the MATRx plus in Tandem Introduction: Obstructive Sleep Apnea Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a prevalent chronic disease seen by both doctors and dentists. OSA is characterized by the prevention of regular breathing due to the upper … Read more
Breastfeeding goes back thousands of years, as in other mammalian species for good reason. At birth, the infant is nourished by breastfeeding which coordinates the respiratory system, cardiovascular system and orofacial reflexes. There is obligate nasal breathing in the human infant during the first six months of breast suckling achieved through an epiglottic-palatal lock. The … Read more
Following over 50 years of study and listening to experts, I want to share with you why good growth and good functioning of the mouth is so important. Let me explain why the Mouth is the Mirror of your Life. Good jaws mean a better neck alignment and a better airway and less snoring and … Read more
Scientists at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation say they’ve found a link between dental hygiene and lupus. Angie Rolke is living proof of the connection. “After lunch, I will brush again, floss again, and then at night, I repeat that with the Waterpik,” Rolke told KOCO. “I deal with the Waterpik twice a day.” Rolke … Read more
Robert J. Genco, DDS, PhD, a pioneer in periodontal research and a leader in the broad recognition of the perio-systemic link, died on March 6, 2019, at the age of 80. Dr. Genco earned his dental degree from The State University of New York (SUNY) Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in 1963. He went on … Read more
Residents across the province now have access to expanded insured dental services following a new agreement between the College of Dental Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CDSS) and the Ministry of Health. The new services include cleft lip and palate treatment services for infants, children and adolescents, expanded coverage for dental extractions for cancer patients, and specialized dental consultations for medical … Read more
A Clinton Township man has been charged with operating as a health professional without a license after a search indicated he was running a dental practice in the basement of his home. Police say they served a search warrant on an unnamed suspect at his home. In the basement, they a dentist chair, an X-ray … Read more
A 59-year-old man just couldn’t unblock his nose, and there was a good reason why. The Danish man had suffered through nasal congestion and discharge for two years and was referred to a specialist, according to a report in the journal BMJ Case Reports. The symptoms, which were worse on the left side, hadn’t gone away … Read more
In recognition of their outstanding contributions to the dental profession, the Chicago Dental Society (CDS) honored three individuals for their dedication to academic and scientific excellence, volunteer services, and their efforts to promote awareness of the impact of oral health and provide access to care to underserved patients and communities. Cook County Board President Toni … Read more