The presentation will cover approaches that can be used by dental staff to guide their patients to change their behaviors around nicotine use and personal oral hygiene techniques.GOALS The attendee will be able to use the 5 A's approach for behaviour change after attending the course. The attendee will be familiar with the parameters of […]
Are you curious about salivary diagnostics and how it can be implemented in your practice? Do you use the latest technology, such as salivary diagnostics, to identify risks and improve your patient outcomes? In this discussion with Kerry and Dr. Jim, we will explore how to use the patient's health history, periodontal status, and assessment […]
Description According to the World Health Organization, burnout syndrome is a result of chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed. Healthcare providers suffer from burnout at an alarming rate. Healthcare providers who suffer from burnout may deliver less than satisfactory patient care due to their overwhelming stress level. This interactive discussion will provide […]
The presentation will cover approaches that can be used by dental staff to guide their patients to change their behaviours around nicotine use and personal oral hygiene techniques. ABOUT THE SPEAKER: SHERRI WARSHAW, RDH, CTTS Sherri began her career as a Dental Assistant in Miami, Florida 52 years ago. She attended the University of Cincinnati […]
Speaker: Derrick Leue Please join us for an insightful Special Coffee Chat designed specifically for CDA Alliance members to understand the necessity and coverage provided by the CDA Alliance membership professional liability plan. Derrick will provide comprehensive coverage of essential topics tailored to the unique challenges faced by CDAs. Participants will gain invaluable insight to […]
In an era where information breaches are just a click away, the integrity of a dental practice hinges not just on the care you provide, but also on the privacy and security of patient data. "Cybersecurity Defensive Tactics: Shielding Against Deception" is an innovative course crafted specifically for dental professionals, focusing on the art of […]
This webinar will introduce the dental professional to Hybenx, Desiccation Shock Technology (DST) and it's application in periodontal therapy. By the conclusion of this webinar, the participant will have learned: 1. A review of the current methods of management for dysbiosis and periodontal diseases. 2. An introduction to Hybenx and DST which include: a) mechanism […]
Oral-Systemic Links: What do we tell our patients?? (1.0 hrs) Research has been conducted for over 30 years on proposed relationships between periodontal disease and numerous systemic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, respiratory diseases etc. However, the nature of these relationships has not always been clearly described or understood resulting in oral health professionals […]
Join Hasina West for a transformative 12-session program where you will explore breath, movement, and the power of the nervous system to address the ergonomic challenges faced by dental professionals. Through mindful yoga poses, soft tissue realignment, and vagus nerve activation, you’ll discover tools to alleviate musculoskeletal pain and restore balance to your body. With insights from […]
Dental Handpiece and Motors need proper maintenance to avoid failure and prolong their lifespan. Is it okay to cool down your handpiece with cold water if you need it right away? What wipes are safe to use on handpieces before sterilization? Do I always need a bur in the handpiece when I oil it? CDAs […]
Join us for an insightful webinar with speaker Ryan Rutar. Learn how to provide inclusive and compassionate oral health care to gender diverse individuals. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your practice and better serve your patients. Sign up today! REGISTER HERE
Join Hasina West for a transformative 12-session program where you will explore breath, movement, and the power of the nervous system to address the ergonomic challenges faced by dental professionals. Through mindful yoga poses, soft tissue realignment, and vagus nerve activation, you’ll discover tools to alleviate musculoskeletal pain and restore balance to your body. With insights from […]
The objective is to educate members on the benefits that are available from Edge Benefits and to help answer any questions to ensure everyone is comfortable with the plans and process by answering any all inquires. Speaker: Aidan Mackenzie I joined the Edge Benefits in 2004 and have dedicated my time with this organization educating […]
Presenter / Speaker Bio Kerry Lepicek is a registered dental hygienist with over 20 years of clinical experience. She has worked in various practice settings and works part-time in general practice. As an international speaker, she has delivered lectures throughout Canada, the United States, and Bermuda. Kerry is knowledgeable on the topics of oral biofilm, […]
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!
Join us for an engaging, collaborative webinar as we delve into the vital topic of palliative oral care. Palliative oral care is essential for anyone (at any age) who is dependent on others or who face serious health-related suffering. Due to frailty and life-limiting illnesses, oral care for residents in long-term care (LTC) is paramount […]
Objectives Sjogren’s Disease (SjD) is an overlooked, frequently mis-diagnosed auto-immune disease that deserves more than a multiple-choice question as to what causes dry mouth. In addition to “busting” several myths about SjD, ways to make the mouth less dry, less prone to dental decay, and to distinguish various auto-immune diseases intra-orally will be presented. Objectives: […]
Mandy Hayre is a dental hygiene practitioner, educator and current Chair of Dental Programs at Camosun College. Mandy has been an educator and administration for almost 30 years. She started her teaching career at Malaspina University-College, then started the Dental Hygiene Diploma program at Vancouver Island University in 2006, and hopes to start a degree […]
Join Hasina West for a transformative 12-session program where you will explore breath, movement, and the power of the nervous system to address the ergonomic challenges faced by dental professionals. Through mindful yoga poses, soft tissue realignment, and vagus nerve activation, you’ll discover tools to alleviate musculoskeletal pain and restore balance to your body. With insights from […]
Join Hasina West for a transformative 12-session program where you will explore breath, movement, and the power of the nervous system to address the ergonomic challenges faced by dental professionals. Through mindful yoga poses, soft tissue realignment, and vagus nerve activation, you’ll discover tools to alleviate musculoskeletal pain and restore balance to your body. With insights from […]
Course Description: Learn how embracing visual images from 3D scanning & Intra-Oral Cameras can be used to enhance patient communication, education, allow patients to become partners in co-discovery and create efficient dental appointments. Course Objectives: To discuss the key benefits of utilizing technology such as 3D scanning & Intra-Oral Camera to enhance patient communication and […]
Join Hasina West for a transformative 12-session program where you will explore breath, movement, and the power of the nervous system to address the ergonomic challenges faced by dental professionals. Through mindful yoga poses, soft tissue realignment, and vagus nerve activation, you’ll discover tools to alleviate musculoskeletal pain and restore balance to your body. With insights from […]
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!
In Real Talk Part One, participants will be able to review the language around domestic abuse, and increase their understanding of the impact of domestic abuse and coercive control for a person experiencing an abusive relationship. Participants will increase their ability to recognize domestic abuse in both their personal and professionals contexts. Presenter / Speaker […]
In Real Talk Part Two, participants will take what they learned from part one and apply it to learning how to respond to disclosures of domestic abuse. Participants will learn how to empathize with the person experiencing the abuse and the nuances to what they need for support, learn what supportive responses and questions can […]