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World Oral Health Day: Top 5 Tips for Optimal Gum Health

Posted Mar 20th, 2021 in 2021, the wire, thought leadership

According to the Canadian Dental Association (CDA), seven out of 10 Canadians will develop gum disease at some time in their lives. Taking care of your gums is very important, not only to protect your teeth, but also because the state of your gums can impact other health conditions you may have. Gingivitis and periodontitis are two forms of gum disease, both of which are the results of bacterial infection in your gums, ligaments and bone around the teeth. While gum disease progresses slowly,...

Associate Spotlight: Dr. Christina Matrangolo

Posted Mar 19th, 2021 in 2021, spotlights, the wire

Today we shine the spotlight on Dr. Christina Matrangolo, who shares with us her thoughts on the larger role that dentists can play in the lives of their patients, and the importance of continuing education. Dr. Matrangolo has been practicing at Today’s Dental in Alberta for 15 years.

The Journey of Partnership

Posted Mar 18th, 2021 in the wire, webinars, 2021

The Journey of Partnership

Building a Safety Culture in Your Practice: A Worthwhile Investment

Posted Mar 17th, 2021 in the wire, thought leadership, 2021

There are many definitions for culture, including “the systems of knowledge shared by a relatively large group of people.” Safety culture within an organization comprises the values, attitudes, perceptions, competencies, and patterns of behavior that determine the commitment to—and the style and proficiency of—a health and safety program. In dentistry, as in healthcare in general, safety culture involves an unwavering commitment to the wellbeing of patients and team members.

Practice Team Members Spotlight: Dental Assistants

Posted Mar 5th, 2021 in 2021, spotlights, the wire

To celebrate Dental Assistants Recognition Week, we are shining the spotlight on a few of our amazing team members and the work they do in their practices.

Support Centre Team Member Spotlight - Diane Ferreira

Posted Feb 26th, 2021 in the wire, spotlights, 2021

Today we shine the spotlight on someone who’s figured out her “why”. Diane Ferreira, Senior Law Clerk, shares with us how different aspects of her life like her experience as a sergeant, running, and journaling with her daughter contribute to her success and happiness.

Practice Manager Spotlight: Terri Felix

Posted Feb 19th, 2021 in 2021, Associates > Ontario, spotlights, the wire

Today we shine the spotlight on someone who’s done it all, and with a positive outlook to boot. Terri Felix is with Bay Dental in Sault Ste. Marie and shares with us the story of her rich and varied career.

dentalcorp completes $200 million capital raise

Posted Feb 9th, 2021 in the wire, in the news, 2021

TORONTO, February 10, 2021 – dentalcorp (the “Company”), Canada’s largest network of dental clinics, announced today it has raised an additional $200 million, bringing the total to $500 million of capital commitments raised by the Company in the past twelve months. The capital will be used to fund the Company’s acquisition program, and its continued investment in technologies to advance the patient experience and overall clinical agenda.

Top Tips for Email Security

Posted Feb 8th, 2021 in the wire, thought leadership, 2021

As the digital world continues to evolve, so, too, do online scams. In recent years, phishing email scams have become increasingly prevalent and sophisticated. The following tips will help you combat security threats and keep your practice’s data safe.

Partner Spotlight: Drs. Ericson Viola & Vinh Dao

Posted Feb 4th, 2021 in the wire, spotlights, 2021

For this month’s Partner Spotlight, we caught up with Drs. Ericson Viola and Vinh Dao to discuss how they joined forces to build a successful practice, what they love most about being dentists and their advice for new grads. With over 20 years of combined experience, the dentist duo proudly serves the Napanee community at Got Smile Dental Centre.

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