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  • November Coffee Chat

    Come and join the CDA Steering committee for a Coffee Chat of 2024! We will be discussing what is happening for CDAs in BC. JOIN HERE!

  • Unlocking the Bright Smile: A Comprehensive Guide to Teeth Whitening in Dental Practices

    Join Kerry and explore the business of teeth whitening in dental practices. She will review various techniques and products available for both in-office and take-home use, providing valuable insights that can enhance your patients' experience while also creating an additional revenue source for your practice. Her discussion will cover the appropriate indications for use and […]

  • In Office Periodontal Management with Air-Powder, Ultrasonic and Hybenx Technology: Five Steps to the Optimal Dental Hygiene Appointment

    Successful and predictable treatment of periodontal disease can feel overwhelming unless you have a strategic plan. This five step program is a clinical approach that combines ADPIE, traditional modalities and new evidence based technology to achieve optimum clinical outcomes. These new technologies help to easily remove biofilm and mitigate or arrest active periodontal disease, lessen […]

  • Dental Sealants

    Sealants work and we need to do more of them. Participate in this engaging webinar to learn why we should do sealants, how we should do them, and how to overcome problems with sealants. After participating in this informative and engaging course, you will be confident in applying dental sealants. COURSE OUTCOMES By the end […]

  • Special Coffee Chat: 2024 CDA Wages in BC – A Groundbreaking Discussion

    We’re excited to invite you to a CDA Coffee Chat on a milestone topic for Certified Dental Assistants in BC: 2024 CDA Wages in BC. This is the first-ever discussion of its kind, addressing the lack of accessible wage information for CDAs across the province. Join us for this important conversation as we explore wage […]

  • Transition to Palliative Dental Hygiene Oral Care

    Palliative Dental Hygiene Oral Care is the concept of providing compassion, support, and care for persons’ oral health as they progress through their chronic illness and disability so that they may live as fully and comfortably as possible until the end-of-life. There comes a point when for the sake of oral cleanliness and comfort for […]

  • Webinar: Billing and Documentation Pitfalls Pt 2: Understanding the BCDA Fee Guide & Clinical Documentation Best Practices

    Event Description & Objectives Navigating the BCDA fee guide and clinical documentation requirements can be challenging for oral health professionals. In this session, we will break down a few key aspects of the BCDA fee guide, including how it is set, preamble definitions, and proper billing practices. We will also address common questions related to […]

  • March Coffee Chat

    Come and join the CDA Steering committee for a Coffee Chat of 2024 where we will be discussing Professional Liability Insurance for CDAs! Session Description: Are you covered? How Professional Liability Insurance Protects You How much do you know about the risks and liabilities associated with your work as a dental assistant? Join BMS as […]

  • Maximizing Efficiency in Dental Hygiene Clinics: The Power of Process Flow and Digital Solutions

    In today’s fast-paced dental industry, efficiency is key to maintaining a thriving practice. This webinar will explore how dental clinics can optimize their workflow using modern digital solutions. Alex Zlatin, CEO of Mint Ops, will introduce the Mint Ops ecosystem and how it benefits clinics by improving operations, patient engagement, and business performance. Noel Barlaan, […]

  • The “Why” of Dry: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

    Learning Objectives Understand the role of saliva in maintaining oral health Know the causes of xerostomia Recognize oral complications and manifestations of xerostomia Identify prevention and treatment options for oral complications due to xerostomia Presenter Mariana is the Professional Education Manager for Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals, Canada. She is based in Montreal. She is a dentist, […]

  • Deconstructing the AAP 2018 Classification Part 1

    Join us for an informative webinar exploring the essentials of gingival health and disease. This session will cover the characteristics of healthy vs. unhealthy gingival tissues, the inflammation process, and the progression to gingivitis. Review resources to support the evolution of periodontal classifications, comparing the AAP 1999 and 2018 classifications, with a focus on the […]

  • April Coffee Chat

    Come and join the CDA Steering committee for a Coffee Chat of 2024! We will be discussing what is happening for CDAs in BC. JOIN HERE

  • Introducing PerioMonitor: Integrating Oral Neutrophil Monitoring In Your Practice

    At any given time, diseases of oral inflammation effect 75% of people and only the most severe stages are typically symptomatic. Like elevated blood pressure, oral inflammation is a silent disease that has great effects on health, yet is greatly underdiagnosed or even undiagnosed, contributing to oral and systemic negative repercussions. Rapid point of care […]

  • May Coffee Chat

    Come and join the CDA Steering committee for a Coffee Chat of 2024! We will be discussing what is happening for CDAs in BC. JOIN HERE

  • Fireside Chat: Mastering Home Care To Achieve Superior Oral Health

    Kerry Lepicek will present a review of home care tools that can enhance patients' routines and treatment outcomes. Dental professionals must prioritize daily biofilm disruption to maintain oral health and prevent dental issues. In this session, we will evaluate traditional home care solutions like manual toothbrushes and floss, while stressing the need for additional strategies. […]

  • June Coffee Chat

    Come and join the CDA Steering committee for a Coffee Chat of 2024! We will be discussing what is happening for CDAs in BC. JOIN HERE

  • Mouth-watering Insights into Scleroderma, Lupus, and Sjogren Disease

    OBJECTIVES To gain an understanding of the extent of the debilitation of dry mouth in lupus, scleroderma, and Sjögren Disease (SjD) with respect to quality of life (QoL) To explore the Prosthodontic challenges in treating such patients with dry mouth To recognize the treatment strategies available to manage the dental deterioration through traditional and non-traditional […]

  • Fluoride Essentials: What Dental Hygienists Need to Know About Today’s Products

    Join us for an enlightening webinar on "Fluoride Essentials: What Dental Hygienists Need to Know About Today's Products." This session will unravel the mysteries behind fluoride, a cornerstone of dental health, and provide dental hygienists with critical insights into the latest products and applications. Whether you're grappling with choosing the right fluoride varnish or advising […]

  • The Dental Team’s role in Dental Sleep Medicine

    A high-level overview to emphasize the core purpose behind DSM - improving health, enhancing the quality of life, and addressing critical sleep-related health issues. SPEAKER Dr. Stephen Bray is a general dentist practicing Dental Sleep Medicine since 1999, with an exclusive focus on this field since 2008. He possesses extensive training, teaching, and clinical experience […]

  • Beadwork is Medicine

    The traditional Indigenous practice of beadwork can be used to positively impact peoples' mental, emotional, physical and spiritual healing. Participants will learn about the holistic healing advantages of beading, from an Ininiw Iskwew (Cree Woman) perspective, practicing the craft on an individual basis as well as my experiences teaching it to groups of all ages. […]

  • BCDHA-NNPBC Webinar: Confronting Ageism

    Presented by: BCDHA & NNPBC Guest Speaker: Dan Levitt, B.C. Seniors Advocate. Ageism is a widespread yet often overlooked barrier to health and well-being for older adults in British Columbia. In this special Seniors Day 2025 edition of the BCDHA-NNPBC webinar series, we are honoured to welcome B.C.’s Seniors Advocate, Dan Levitt, to lead an […]