The etiology of a cracked tooth is multivariable. We must consider several factors such as parafunction, excessive wear, trauma and any restorations present (their size and materials used). Even the proximity of the tooth to the TMJ is critical, as a closer proximity significantly increases the risk of tooth fractures. Sharp pain during biting or…
“9/10 recommend an electric tooth brush – are you the 10th?” In 2014, it was shown through a systematic review, that power/ electric toothbrushes are better than manual toothbrushes. This was measured in their efficacy in removing biofilm from the occlusal, lingual and facial/buccal surfaces of teeth. However, within the electric toothbrush category, are oscillating-rotating…
With every new patient and re-call exam, a head/ neck exam is recommended. This gives our profession a chance to detect irregularities that are usually not checked for by the patient’s regular physician. In fact, in North America, people visit their dentists more often than their physician, therefore the dental profession can act as a…
Systemic chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGVHD) is an immune condition that happens after a transplant, when the immune cells of the graft attack the host’s tissues. This condition can happen after bone marrow transplants, even when the donor is related to the host. Oral manifestations of cGVHD usually occur 100 days after the transplant, and more…
Many US states and Canada have legalized the personal use and research of Cannabis. With full legalization, we have seen a surge of such use, in its variety of forms (smoking or eating). In fact, in a survey done, over one third of respondent reported using cannabis at least once by their 15th birthday. Cannabis…