Do I need an employment contract? What happens to my rights when I don’t have one? What are the main clauses of modern-day employment contracts, and what do they mean to me? Specialized employment lawyers from Samfiru Tumarkin LLP will answer these questions and more to help you be better prepared to negotiate your next […]
Join Paul Munnis, CLU, Member of Advocis and Financial Advisor at Haslett Financial Inc. for an educational session on Income Protection for the Dental Hygienist. Paul will help participants understand the key elements of the financial planning process, types of income protection, factors that influence plan premiums, and so much more. Click here to register […]
Don't forget to thank the CDAs in your workspace who play a major role in ensuring patients receive reliable, accessible, professional oral health care. Stay tuned to the CDA Alliance site throughout the week to see the events and celebrations that are going on.
Join Sylvie Martel for a Fireside Chat on CDHA/Canada Dental Plan.
Come find us on the trade show floor, or drop by the BCDHA hang out room to enjoy some snacks sponsored by Crest/Oral B, chat with staff, board and colleagues, and take a break from the busy day. More events about PDC will be forthcoming as we get closer, so stay tuned!
Speaker: Andrea Burton, CDA Alliance/BCDHA CEO Max Attendance: 30 CDA Alliance will be hosting a meeting for CDAs to meet and discuss issues related to their profession in B.C. This meeting has limited registration, so don’t delay signing up!
Join Jasmine Cload, a Speech Language Pathologist with experience and advanced training in neurological movement disorders as she walks us through how Parkinson's impacts how dental hygienists deliver care. Click here to register
Prof. Douglas Brothwell from the University of Saskatchewan will be giving a presentation on their Dental Therapy Program and will answer any questions you may have for him. Dr. Doug Brothwell is a Full Professor and former Dean at the College of Dentistry at the University of Saskatchewan. He earned his DMD and BEd degrees […]
Join Arlene Alves for a presentation on x-rays. The need for quality radiographs while minimizing radiation for the patient and clinician is at the core of providing the best standard of care. Newer technology and aiming devices continue to evolve. Adapting techniques are essential. This course aims to ensure clinicians are prepared to identify and correct […]
Positively influencing oral-systemic health…What does that look like to you? It’s a given that oral health impacts systemic health. Yet, do we consistently evaluate our current methods of assessment and treatment and introduce changes that can bring about improved, more sustainable health outcomes? A truly valuable and committed Dental Hygienist is never satisfied with the […]
The supportive role of Oral Probiotics has been researched for more than 30 years. The introduction of oral probiotics in the maintenance phase of therapy can help to positively influence biofilm repopulation and promote oral microbial balance to improve outcomes of periodontal disease, halitosis, caries and more. Could this be the “missing link” to achieving […]
The Fireside will be a presentation by the Rick Hansen Foundation on accessibility. BCDHA employment lawyer Lia Moody will also present on human rights and accessibility at work. Click here to register
Join Jasmine Cload, a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) who specializes in Parkinson's disease and related neurological movement disorders. Objectives: Attendees will gain an understanding of Parkinson’s Disease from both a clinical and patient perspective. Attendees will learn the latest literature on oral care in Parkinson’s Disease and why it is key to patient outcomes. Attendees will become […]
Please join Dr. Salima Dadani, BCDA Director of Member Services and Shannon Wilson, BCDHA Practice and Education Manager, CDA Alliance Lead, as they discuss joint billing and documentation concerns. There will be a short Q&A period at the end of the presentation. This event is open to BCDHA and CDA Alliance members and requires registration […]
Working with Indigenous Communities With this chat we will cover the different environments and conditions dental therapists in BC must work with. Brenda Isaac is First Nations from Lytton, BC. Belonging to the Nlhakapamux Nation. Part of the Interior Salish. Brenda retired from dental therapy with 28 years experience working with Indigenous communities. She graduated […]
Deirdre is thrilled to be leading the incredible team and building amazing programs for the BC Epilepsy Society. She has lived with epilepsy since she was a child and is passionate about finding ways to safely live life on her own terms and helping others to do the same. Along with counselling and over 20 […]
Explore how social media relates to our engagement and mental wellness in the workplace. Our expert speaker will share their insights and strategies for finding balance, setting boundaries, and managing the effects of social media use in the workplace. You will learn about the potential pitfalls of social media use, such as procrastination and disrupted […]
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 Karen Bopp and Dr T.C Weisemann for a webinar on autism and neurodiversity in dentistry. Click here to register
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 […]
Participate in this engaging webinar to learn how to prevent and manage medical emergencies in the dental office. By the end of the session, you be able to: 1. List the items required in the dental emergency kit 2. Understand when and how to use items in the dental emergency kit 3. Prevent medical emergencies […]
Nutrition and oral health are closely linked. The relationship between oral health and nutrition is bidirectional. While diet and nutrition affect the health of the mouth, poor oral health can also impact dietary intake and nutrients consumed. The overall aim of this webinar is to provide an overview of the impact of diet on oral […]
Speaker: Jane Shaw & Laura Bauder, Henry Schein Your supplyroom, may be a source of stress more than a handy area to hold your practice's dental supplies. Inventory levels may be inaccurate, and stock may be too high or too disorganized. Team members might have trouble finding supplies when needed, or you could be sinking […]
This 1.5 hour online workshop has been designed to give participants some background information about accessibility and inclusion. It will also provide strategies, resources, and tips for creating greater accessibility and inclusion in your workplace. Topics will include: • Why accessibility & inclusion matter • Definitions & statistics • Myths about disabilities • Related accessibility […]
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 […]