RCDC will be in Halifax, Nova Scotia, for our first in-person networking event this summer! Open to all Fellows and Members in good standing (including Life Fellows and Life Members), this is a great opportunity to connect with your peers from all specialties. Beverages and hors d’oeuvres will be served.

The event will take place at The Halifax Club, located at 1682 Hollis Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 2R7.

Register here before June 5, 2024

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We are pleased to welcome three graduate students from University of Toronto presenting on topics in Endodontics.

Dr. Emily Bishop and Dr. Dani Stein-Meyerson – Exploring the Efficacy of Regenerative Endodontics – Case Presentations.

Regenerative endodontics has emerged as a promising field in endodontics, offering a novel approach to treat immature permanent teeth with necrotic pulp and open apices. These two case presentations outline the application of regenerative endodontic procedures in two patients presenting with a necrotic pulp and periapical lesion in mandibular premolars. These cases underline the potential of regenerative endodontics in promoting tissue regeneration and functional recovery in immature teeth with pulp necrosis, offering a conservative alternative to traditional root canal therapy.

Dr. Daniel Cho-Kee – Retrospective Analysis of Sodium Hypochlorite Accidents Characterized by CBCT and Survey: Identification of Risk Factors

To report the factors affecting the incidence and progress of SHAs using cone beam computed tomography scans and a modified survey. Twenty-four clinicians who experienced a SHA on an adult patient while undergoing endodontic treatment on a permanent mature tooth were recruited. All clinicians submitted anonymous patient information including age, sex, and small field CBCT scans but only nineteen sent the additional modified surveys which collected supplementary information on patient demographics, clinician technique, and SHA manifestation and management.

This webinar will be moderated by Dr. Bettina Basrani.

COST:
RCDC Fellow/Member – FREE
Dental specialist: non-member – $50 (please proceed to register and we will contact you for payment)

Speakers

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Dr. Carlos Quiñonez – What public policy issues has the federal dental care plan put into stark relief?

This session will discuss longstanding and consequential public policy issues that the federal dental care plan has highlighted for dentistry, governments, regulators, associations, and the public. As health care professionals and stewards of society’s dental care resources, how can the profession move forward for the benefit of those we are tasked to serve?

This session will be moderated by Dr. Sonica Singhal.

COST:
RCDC Fellow/Member – FREE
Dental specialist: non-member – $50 (please proceed to register and we will contact you for payment)

Speakers

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Ms. Lindy VanAmburg, Director General, Policy and Programs, Oral Health Branch, Health Canada

Ms. Marika Nadeau, Director General, Engagement and FPT Relations, Oral Health Branch, Health Canada

Info Session – Health Canada: The Canadian Dental Care Plan

Last month, the Government of Canada announced the details of the upcoming roll-out of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), a significant milestone for the health and well-being of people in Canada.

Health Canada will provide details of this plan, including the roll-out of the plan, the services covered and how providers can participate in the CDCP. You will also have an opportunity to ask your questions.

This session will be moderated by Dr. Keith Da Silva, Director, Dental Public Health, RCDC.

COST:
RCDC Fellow/Member – FREE

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Dr. Peter Fritz – The Revolutionary Impact of AI on Dentistry: Will Dental Specialists Survive?

The future of the dental specialist is clearly on the brink of unprecedented change.  Together, we will investigate the burgeoning role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in dentistry.

We will explore the existing applications of AI, including AI-powered dental radiology, predictive analytics, automated patient management systems, and intelligent prosthetic design. In demonstrating these advancements, we hope to paint a vivid picture of the technological possibilities in modern dental practice.

The swift progression of AI technology brings forth both exhilarating possibilities and significant concerns for dental specialists.  Will AI erode the importance of human expertise in dentistry, or could it empower dental specialists by automating routine tasks and fostering a focus on personalized patient care?

This Session will be moderated by Dr. Izchak Barzilay, Chair, RCDC Board of Directors

COST:
RCDC Fellow/Member – FREE
Dental specialist: non-member – $50 (please proceed to register and we will contact you for payment)

Speakers

Please note that our offices will be closed from Friday, December 22, 2023, to Tuesday, January 2, 2024, inclusively. Our regular office hours will resume on Wednesday, January 3, 2024.

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We are pleased to welcome two graduate students from Dalhousie University presenting on topics in Periodontics.

Dr. Drew Young – Minimally Invasive Soft Tissue Grafting for Root Coverage

Treatments for root coverage are continually evolving towards a more minimalistic approach. This shift aims for less patient morbidity, faster healing times and superior esthetic outcomes, while still achieving clinical success. A case involving a tunnel approach combined with an acellular dermal matrix, used to treat multiple gingival recessions in the maxilla, will be presented. We will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this technique, and considerations for minimally invasive soft tissue procedures.

This Session will be moderated by Dr. Debora Matthews

Dr. Haider Hussain – Optimized Guided Bone Regeneration

In instances of inadequate thickness of alveolar bone, Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR) may be required to facilitate successful implant placement. As with any surgical procedure, there are risks and limitations. Exploring a case of failed GBR due to early infection and membrane exposure, we will discuss ways to optimize successful GBR procedures using d-PTFE membrane. We will present the advantages and disadvantages of types of regenerative membranes and various bone graft materials, together with the management of late membrane exposure.

This session will be moderated by Dr. Haider Al-Waeli

COST:
RCDC Fellow/Member – FREE
Dental specialist: non-member – $50 (please proceed to register and we will contact you for payment)

Speakers

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Dr. David Psutka – The use of platelet-derived growth factors in alveolar ridge reconstruction and in the management of temporomandibular disorders.

The gold standard for bone grafting in reconstructive surgery and dental implant site preparation has historically been autogenous bone.  This lecture will show how this paradigm seems to be changing.  Platelet derived growth factors combined with homologous and or xenograft materials are providing predictable outcomes in bone regeneration.

Intra-articular TMJ injection with PDGF has been demonstrating impressive results in the management of TMJ intra-articular pain from internal derangements and degenerative joint disease.

This lecture will discuss the biology and clinical use of this technique.

This session will be moderated by Dr. Alero Boyo

COST:
RCDC Fellow/Member – FREE
Dental specialist: non-member – $50 (please proceed to register and we will contact you for payment)

Speakers

Reserve the dates and mark your calendar, the 2024 Celebrations, including the Annual General Meeting, the Convocation Ceremony and the Annual Dinner Gala will take place on September 27 and 28, 2024 in Victoria, British Columbia.

In 2025, the event will take place on September 26 and 27 in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

The June 2023 administration of the NDSE was the last one to be administered by the NDEB. Over the last year the NDEB has been working closely with RCDC to transition the NDSE back under the College’s responsibility.

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