We are pleased to welcome once again Dr. Mark Donaldson to CDA Oasis. In a previous study that Drs. Mark Donaldson and Jason Goodchild conducted, two options available for buffering local anesthetics in dentistry were compared. One using the Onpharma® mixing system (Onpharma), and the other by hand mixing with 8.4% sodium bicarbonate using a […]
The Office of the Chief Dental Officer of Canada published a synthesis that summarizes existing evidence on the effects of cannabis on oral health and presents the systemic effects of cannabis and the drug interactions (DIs) between cannabis and medications relevant for oral health professionals. Knowledge gaps are identified and evidence-based recommendations are provided to […]
Frontline healthcare personnel should be prepared to evaluate patients for novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV). The following checklist highlights key steps for healthcare personnel in preparation for arrival of patients potentially infected with 2019-nCoV. Stay up to date on the latest information about signs and symptoms, diagnostic testing, and case definitions for 2019-nCoV disease. Review your infection […]
Coronavirus: The latest information. com, Feb 4: UPDATE: Rising tensions over travel, trials of potential treatments, and evacuations of Canadians. Read more The Princess Margaret takes on challenge of achieving equity in global cancer care. ca, Feb 04: A new program aimed at closing the widening disparity in access to treatment and unrelenting growth of cancer […]
The Ottawa Dental Society kicks off its 125th anniversary celebrations on February 6th, 2020. The celebration includes a keynote speaker, the celebrated Canadian author Neil Pasricha. Neil Pasricha is a “pied piper of happiness” who dazzles audiences with ideas that skyrocket happiness into the stratosphere. With infectious enthusiasm, heartfelt authenticity and a “what works” authority, […]
Dr. Bob Wood continues his series of presentations on the systematic interpretation of common dental radiographs. After presenting on abnormal acquired cysts, Dr. Wood goes through the systematic review of radiographs to detect malignancies. We hope you enjoy the presentation. We always look forward to hearing your thoughts and receiving your questions and/or suggestions […]