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Office Space: Juniper Dental

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THE WHY: Background Story Nestled in Calgary, Alberta, Juniper Dental thrives under the leadership of Dr. Chris Cantlon and his wife, Amanda. Chris, the principal dentist, and Amanda, a skilled hygienist, balance their professional roles with raising three young children under 7 years old. Their journey began during school at Western Ontario followed by an eventual … Read more

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Women in Oral Health Care: Dr. Sophia Lalani 

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What led you to become a dentist? From a young age, I had a wide variety of interests. A family member served as one of my main mentors and opened my eyes to a career in dentistry. The profession appealed to me due to its unique combination of science, art, and business, while also allowing … Read more

Lowbrow Dentist TikTok Videos? Let’s Raise Our Foreheads High

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In December 2022, an Ontario dentist posted two videos of themselves on TikTok. The words “Dr.”, “Dentist,” “DDS,” and “doctor” identified the user’s account. In the first video (about 7 seconds), the dentist is in an office setting with diplomas framed behind them, dressed in scrubs and wearing a medical mask. The soundtrack plays a … Read more

The Technology Powering the Practice of the Future

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Dentistry, despite being a critical aspect of healthcare, has historically lagged other industries in adopting the latest technologies. While areas like information technology, manufacturing, and even other medical specialties have been quick to embrace advancements like artificial intelligence, digital record keeping and management systems, and big data analytics, dentistry has been relatively conservative. This slower … Read more

Office Space: Chinook Dental Group

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THE WHY: Background Story Calgary, Alberta, is home to the recently opened Chinook Dental Group, a practice that combines three dental specialties under one roof. They provide comprehensive dental care to patients needing endodontic, periodontic, and prosthodontic advanced dental and referral-based services. Dr. Javier Cabrales leads the practice and is an entrepreneurial enthusiast and skilled periodontist. … Read more

Do Kids Ruin Everything?

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“Do Kids Ruin Everything?” That was the topic of a discussion on a morning radio station, which I was listening to while my son, Ajay, was driving me to work so he could use my car. The hosts talked about how their careers were derailed and their lifestyles changed because of their kids. After he … Read more

Cyber Criminals Love Dental Practices

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While it may not be accurate to say that cybercriminals specifically “love” dental practices, it is true that dental practices, like many other businesses in the healthcare sector, can be attractive targets for cybercriminals. It’s also inaccurate to say that all dental practice owners do not believe in cybersecurity, as opinions and beliefs can vary … Read more

CDCP is Here: Oral Health Professionals.

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Are you in or out? It has been a “rocky road” between the federal government and the dental profession since 2022. With the media announcements, lack of collaboration and consultancy with dentists, and the unknowns and mystery of what the NDP free dental insurance program really meant??? The 2022 public announcement and the 2023 application … Read more

23 Guidelines for Happiness & Success: A Professional’s Playbook

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At some point, dental professionals question why they do what they do and wonder if the grass is greener on the other side. Higher interest rates, shortage of staff, more competition and daily stress take their toll. Dentists sometimes need a compass. The guide below may help dentists when they get to the fork in … Read more

Office Space: Kids Corner – Medical and Dental

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THE WHY: Background Story This month marks a jubilant celebration for Kids Corner, a vibrant pediatric medical and dental clinic in the heart of Oakville, Ontario. At the helm of this thriving practice stand two remarkable pediatric dentists, Dr. Laura Vertullo and Dr. Yili Wang. Their journey began as student acquaintances at the University of Toronto, … Read more

Lead Aprons Don’t Work: It’s Time to Retire Them

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Updated March 1, 2024: Health Canada’s Safety Code 30 (Radiation Protection in Dentistry – Recommended Safety Procedures for the Use of Dental X-Ray Equipment – Safety Code 30 (2022)) now states that lead aprons are not required during routine dental x-rays, with the exception of CBCT procedures. We should stop using lead aprons. That’s what the American … Read more

How to Market Cosmetic Injectable Treatments in Dentistry

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It is no surprise that more of our peers are rolling out neuromodulators and soft tissue fillers to their patients.1 Maybe you have long considered adding these treatments to your vast menu of evolving services. You just have not made the plunge yet. Or, perhaps you are embarking on this new opportunity to attract patients and … Read more

Maximizing Wealth and Minimizing Tax: A Guide to Corporate Tax Planning for Dentists

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Navigating the intricate world of financial planning can be a challenge for dentists. This article provides a brief overview of the financial structures that dentists can leverage to protect their assets, reduce tax liabilities, and efficiently transfer wealth to future generations. Dentistry Professional Corporation (DPC) Establishing a DPC entails transitioning from an individual to a … Read more

Office Space: Wayside Dental Centre

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THE WHY: The Owner’s Story Lloydminster is a vibrant, fast-growing community of 32,000, straddling the border of Alberta and Saskatchewan. It is home to Wayside Dental Centre, a large and well-established 19-op general dentistry practice that serves the local families and devoted residents of surrounding rural communities. It was a well-established 12-op practice back in 2010 … Read more

Try A Dental Detox

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A dentist’s mind is always restless. Never enough patients to treat, profits to earn, trips to take, restaurants to try, tech and luxury items to own, movies and books to get into, or time to spend with family and friends. The mind is never content. Why? Because you think you’re only your “Person” (i.e. your … Read more

Top Tips to Manage and Strategize for a Dental Office

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In a recent interview with the Oral Health Group, Dr. Les Rykiss (Linden Market Dental Centre) and Shawn Peers (Peers Dental) shared their best tips on how old and new dentists can better manage and strategize for their dental practices. In this two-part series, they shed insights on what’s up-and-coming in dentistry, how dentists can … Read more

Metrics to Mind Right Now for the Health of Your Website

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In a snapshot of around 350 small businesses, B2B firm Clutch found that one in five respondents “selectively” opted to use social platforms like Facebook as their primary online “home” instead of the conventional website.1 Despite some movement on this front, websites are hardly going the way of the dinosaurs. In fact, it is estimated … Read more

Office Space: Finer Dentistry

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THE WHY: The Owner’s Story The journey to opening Finer Dentistry began in 1996 when Dr. Yoav Finer, his wife, and their young twin daughters moved to Canada from Israel. Despite the initial uncertainties of not knowing anyone here, they embraced the adventure with heart and determination. Upon arrival, the welcoming society enabled them to … Read more