implant surgery
As an oral surgeon, I’m seeing more patients than ever on antiresorptive medications, primarily for osteoporosis or cancer-related bone conditions. In Canada alone, over 2 million people are affected by osteoporosis, with many receiving bone-sparing therapies such as bisphosphonates and denosumab (CMAJ). This prevalence underscores the importance of understanding
implant surgery
One question I’m frequently asked by patients is, “What are the chances my implant will fail?” It’s an understandable concern—implants are a significant investment in both time and resources, and patients want reassurance that their implant will last. While preparing a recent lecture on implant success and
leukoplakia
I was recently dealing with an extensive leukoplakic lesion, where complete removal wasn’t feasible, and the monitoring approach shifts from immediate treatment to careful, ongoing assessment. I'm adding this deep dive to look at a variety of adjunctive techniques that have gained traction in recent years, from
cybersecurity
Running a professional practice means juggling a lot of important functions: booking and billing, managing EMRs (Electronic Medical Records), handling imaging, keeping track of support documents, and staying in touch with clients. But what happens if any of these systems go down? Are you ready for a hiccup in your
cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Checklist for Healthcare Practices A comprehensive checklist to help healthcare providers maintain robust cybersecurity standards and protect patient data. Knowledge * Incremental improvement: aim for at least one security update per month. * Understand your obligations and where your data is stored and flows. * Build data sharing clauses into contracts. * Calculate
cybersecurity
AI is starting to make its way into our practices, from administrative tasks to clinical support tools like ChatGPT. Many of us see the potential in these technologies, but we also know the stakes are high when it comes to protecting our patients’ data and maintaining professional integrity. For those
implant surgery
I often face a tough dilemma: when a patient has a failing tooth—or even an entire arch—due to severe periodontal issues, and I'm considering implants, I find myself wondering, "Just how high is the risk for peri-implantitis or implant failure in this case?" Studies
We now better understand the factors associated with implant failure, as well as the potential for unaesthetic or non-functional outcomes and we’ve developed strategies to avoid catastrophic complications.