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Complaints and Registrar Investigations – Top Four Things You Need to Know

Presented by Robert Barbiero |Duration: 0.5 hour


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Join Robert Barbiero, a Partner at Torkin Manes LLP, to learn about the top four things which registered dental hygienists need to know about College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO) complaint investigations and registrar investigations.

Robert specializes in defending regulated health professionals with respect to college investigations and discipline proceedings. In this lecture, he will discuss what you should do when you receive notice of a CDHO investigation, the process, tips on how to respond, and the possible outcomes.

Biography
A partner at Torkin Manes in our Litigation Group, Robert’s practice encompasses all facets of health law and professional discipline. With an exclusive focus on advocating for regulated health professionals, he regularly represents them in regulatory, administrative and civil proceedings.

Robert has extensive experience with, and unique insight into, the issues facing regulated health professionals. His communication and advocacy skills, coupled with his expertise in the regulated health professionals’ landscape, have enabled Robert to adeptly represent clients before all levels of Court in Ontario. He also routinely advocates on behalf of regulated health professionals in college proceedings (e.g., complaint and s.75 investigations, discipline proceedings, registration matters, and incapacity proceedings), hospital privilege disputes, audits, and matters before the Health Professions Appeal and Review Board and the Health Services Appeal and Review Board.

As a reflection of Robert’s knowledge and extensive experience in this area of law, he has been an elected member of the Ontario Bar Association’s Health Law Executive since 2017 and is past Chair of the Executive.


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It’s All in Your Head: Oral Health and Brain Health-Sponsored by Philips

Presented by Jo-Anne Jones|Duration: 1.0 hour


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Webinar Synopsis:

Over 747,000 Canadians are living with Alzheimer’s or another form dementia. The global picture is sobering with over 44 million people living with dementia, which is more than the entire population of Canada.   This is a health crisis.    How is this connected with oral health? A surprising new etiologic pathway has emerged and that is the presence of periodontal disease. Well known periodontal pathogens, such as Porphyromonas gingivalis, have been identified as a strong culprit involved with neurodegenerative changes in the brain. The prevalence of this fatal disease and its devastating impact on lives only strengthens the urgency of finding ways to fight a disease which presently has no cure. Periodontal disease is treatable; and we are ideally positioned as dental hygienists to raise awareness, educate, and promote evidence-based therapeutic interventions to sustain oral health and mitigate risk of systemic disease.

Educational Objectives:

Upon completion of the webinar, the participant will be able to;

  • Discuss the significant incidence of Alzheimer’s and population trends in Canada.
  • Understand the biological pathway in which periodontal pathogens can exacerbate degenerative changes in the brain.
  • Identify the role of the dental hygienist in promoting importance of oral health and advocacy for overall health.

Biography

As an international, award-winning speaker, Jo-Anne Jones has done over 1,000 presentations worldwide. Jo-Anne brings life, energy, inspiration, and a dynamic speaking style that has made her a sought-after lecturer in the dental community. Jo-Anne joins the 2023 Dentistry Today CE Leaders for the 13th consecutive year, a previous DPR Top 25 Women in Dentistry honoree, and is a 2021 Fellowship Award recipient with the International Academy for Dental Facial Esthetics.

As a passionate advocate for the profession of dental hygiene, Jo-Anne’s genuine passion for oral health shines through in her enthusiastic approach to education. Jo-Anne’s signature is knowledge translation direct to practice creating a positive impact on transforming lives.

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Gingival Health, A New Approach to an Old Problem-Sponsored by Colgate

Presented by Robert D’Ambrogio, BS. and Dr. Thomas Nguyen, DMD|Duration: 1.0 hour


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65% of Canadians suffer from bleeding or inflamed gingiva and more than half choose to ignore the issue or take minimal action1. Why are such an alarming number of patients failing to take appropriate action to improve their gingival health?

This course will review the bacterial etiology of gingivitis and other factors such as systemic diseases, medications, and malnutrition. Clinical signs for both gingivitis and periodontitis will be discussed and a close look at the pathogenesis of periodontal disease will be presented.

Recent concepts about Periodontal Disease will be presented, along with research about the natural progression of the disease and the consequences of not receiving treatment.

A new technology will be shared that can help change the direction of gingivitis progression. We will learn about the chemistry and mode of action of ingredients in toothpastes to help lead your patients to greater gingival health.

Learning Objectives:

  • Learn the statistics on oral care routine and trends among the Canadian population.
  • Understand the etiology of gingivitis and periodontal disease.
  • Understand the progression of periodontal disease and the consequences of not receiving adequate treatment.
  • Discover a new antibacterial dentifrice and its mode of action that can help improve gingival health.

1 Angus Reid Surveys. 2023. Colgate PerioGard Survey.

Biography

Robert D’Ambrogio, BS. Robert holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Rutgers University, and he is an authority in Oral Care Therapeutics. He leads product innovations of therapeutic toothpastes such as PerioGard Toothpaste, not just for North America, but for global markets. Bob has contributed to several publications and has numerous granted patents related to his work.

Dr. Thomas Nguyen, DMD. Dr. Thomas Nguyen is a professor at the McGill Faculty of Dentistry and was previously the Interim Director of Predoctoral Periodontology at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Nguyen received his Doctorate of Dental Medicine (DMD) from the University of Montreal and his training in Periodontology at the University of Minnesota.

He is a past recipient of numerous awards, including the American Academy of Periodontology Award for Outstanding Teaching and Mentoring in Periodontics. Dr. Nguyen is both a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, and a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology.”


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Guided Biofilm Therapy, What Is It, and How It Can Bring Life to Your Practice sponsored by Oral Science

Presented by Julie DiNardo, RDH, FAAOSH|Duration: 1.0 hour


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Registered dental hygienists have a huge role to play in health care. Let us explore together the role of the oral microbiome and how we as oral health care professionals can enhance the lives of the people we treat. Guided biofilm therapy (GBT) can make an enormous difference in care by considering the cause of poor oral to systemic health. By understanding the purpose of oral health care appointments, guided biofilm therapy helps to facilitate treatment outcomes and planning with ease. Learn the 8 steps to success of guided biofilm therapy and acquire the knowledge of what it takes to deliver it.

Learning objectives

  • Understanding the role of the registered dental hygienist and the impact of the oral microbiome.
  • Learn the differences between the term symbiosis and dysbiosis.
  • Learn the 8 steps to Guided Biofilm Therapy.
  • Understand the benefits and what it takes to deliver GBT.

Biography

Julie DiNardo, RDH, FAAOSH. Recognized as a national leader in the profession of dental hygiene, Julie DiNardo has made significant and noteworthy inroads in elevating the profession of dental hygiene into its rightful position of essential health care. Julie is the founder of the Gleam Smile Centre, an Oral Healthcare Practice established in 2007. Julie has conducted research on integrating preventive oral healthcare into family medicine and developed the first medical/dental joint initiative for diabetic patients. Julie acquired her Fellowship designation with the American Academy for Oral Systemic Health which allows for teaching opportunities throughout the world. Having published articles on the treatment of oral dysbiosis, Julie has set herself up as a knowledgeable resource for her profession.


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Worn Out! How to Relieve and Manage Erosion sponsored by Colgate

Presented by Dr. Mariana Leon|Duration: 1.0 hour


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This presentation explores the reasons why the prevalence of acid erosion in developed countries is increasing and becoming a concern for oral health. Behaviors that contribute to hard tissue loss, including acid erosion, are defined. Recognizing the differences between caries and erosion is examined, as well as patient assessment, diagnosis, and management of this condition.

Learning Objectives:

  • Discussion: Is “Dental Erosion” an Oral Condition or a Disease?
  • Prevalence in US society
  • Discuss the Clinical Indicators and Appearance of Erosive Tooth Wear
  • Explain the Chemistry of Erosive Tooth Wear
  • Recognize the Cultural Influences which contribute to extrinsic sources of acid
  • Recognize the Cultural Influences which contribute to exposure to intrinsic sources of acid
  • Assessing who is at risk for Erosive Tooth Wear
  • The RDH role in recommending Oral healthcare products with the ability to stabilize early/ moderate erosive tooth wear

Biography

Dr. Mariana Leon is professional education manager for Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals based in Montreal. Having earned her Dental Hygiene diploma from Maisonneuve College in Montreal, in addition to obtaining a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from San Martin University in Peru in 2001, she has accumulated more than 15 years of clinical experience as both a dental hygienist and a dentist.

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The Role of the IPAC Officer sponsored by maxill

Presented by Michelle Aubé (Simmonds) RDH|Duration: 1.0 hour


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Every dental office in Ontario needs an IPAC officer. Often the designated role falls onto an RDH to ensure the CDHO standards are being followed. It is an essential component of an IPAC program, yet most often the IPAC officer is left to fend for themselves and structure their own role, commonly executed on downtime or between client care.

This course will offer a full year view of how the IPAC officer will execute the role and with what tools. The participants will leave with a full ‘job description’, templates of audits and checklists to fulfill the IPAC Officers role, thus knowing what to do from month to month in a full year. This is a MUST attend as a RDH in Ontario, not only if you are the IPAC Officer, but to ensure whoever is the IPAC Officer, voluntold or not, is meeting IPAC standards.

Learning Objectives:

  • Review risk management within an IPAC Program
  • Identify and define the roles of the IPAC Officer
  • Analyse resources and tools to fulfil the IPAC Officer’s roles
  • Self-reflect on ones own dental practice to ensure the IPAC Officer is meeting IPAC standards
  • Organize a ‘one year’ view of the IPAC Officer’s job duties

Biography

Michelle Aubé (Simmonds) RDH is a professional and enthusiastic leader who can motivate and create a positive environment and uplifting learning atmosphere. As a true leader she has a remarkable finesse that empowers others to gain confidence to accomplish their goals. Michelle wears many hats in the dental community and for this reason offers a realistic ‘can do approach’.

Michelle is currently a clinical RDH in London, Ontario leading a large dental hygiene department. She is an educator at Fanshawe College in dental hygiene and IPAC in both the dental hygiene program and continuing education program. She is also contracted by Fanshawe College as a curriculum developer for IPAC. Michelle is maxill’s CE Manager and fulfills the role of research, writing and public speaking as well as product innovation. Michelle is a regular contributor to CDHA’s OH Canada RDH publication and a repeat lecturer at the ODHA Re-Energize Conferences.


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Premedication Guidelines for Dental Professionals sponsored by WaterPik, Inc.

Presented by Sue Scherer, RDH, BS|Duration: 1.0 hour


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Compared with previous recommendations, there are currently very few patients who require antibiotic prophylaxis (AP) prior to dental procedures.

The purpose of this course is to help dental professionals understand the current guidelines for AP prior to dental procedures. We will examine the growing concern for antibiotic resistance and the role dental professionals have in antibiotic stewardship.

This course will also focus on the 2021 AHA Scientific Statement which reaffirms the 2007 recommendations that emphasizes good oral health and regular access to dental care as more important that AP for a dental procedure.

Learning Objectives

  1. Define the etiology of bacteremia and identify the incidence of bacteremia reported for daily activities vs. a dental cleaning.
  2. Review the history of antibiotic prophylaxis.
  3. Understand the current AHA, ADA and AAOS guidelines for antibiotic prophylaxis prior to dental procedures.
  4. Examine the role of dental professionals toward antibiotic stewardship.
  5. Recognize that maintenance of good oral health and regular access to dental care is more important than AP for a dental procedure.

Biography

Sue Scherer, RDH, BS

Sue has a bachelor’s in dental hygiene from Wichita State University. She has been a dental hygienist for nearly 20 years and has experience as a chairside clinician, dental hygiene program instructor, CE speaker and author.

Sue is an active volunteer with the New Jersey Dental Hygienists Association currently serving as their Vice President and the 2017 Cheryl Westphall Scholarship recipient.


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Oral Implications in Older Adults; A Growing Need for Care – Sponsored by Colgate

Presented by Dr. Mariana Leon|Duration: 1.0 hour


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Are you getting Older or Younger? Do you have more patients over 50 or under 50? How many of them want to keep their teeth for life? Life expectancy is increasing, and fertility rates are declining. Older adults make up one of the fastest-growing segments of the world population. No matter the age, we and our patients still feel like and want to live like our younger selves with our teeth fully functional. The goal of this course is to provide the participant with an understanding of prevalent oral conditions and concerns affecting older patients. This course includes assessment strategies and therapies to manage these prevalent conditions and help patients maintain his/her teeth for a lifetime. Topics include xerostomia, caries, gingivitis, implant maintenance and dentin hypersensitivity.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify the physiologic changes in the aging dentition in relation to the oral and dental diseases
  • Describe the relationship between oral inflammation and systemic conditions
  • Understand how to determine the dental future of the older adult
  • Discuss prevention strategies in managing the oral health of older adults in the dental office

Biography:

Dr. Mariana Leon is professional education manager for Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals based in Montreal. Having earned her Dental Hygiene diploma from Maisonneuve College in Montreal, in addition to obtaining a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from San Martin University in Peru in 2001, she has accumulated more than 15 years of clinical experience as both a dental hygienist and a dentist.

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Inflammaging and Oral Health – Sponsored by Philips

Presented by Dr. Michael Glogauer|Duration: 1.0 hour


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Course Description:

This presentation will focus on the links between the oral microbiome and the innate immune system and the impact of the resulting oral inflammation on aging, inflammaging and overall health. We will present novel screening tools and the latest on probiotic research to help maintain oral and overall health.

The following learning objectives will be addressed in the presentation.

  1. What is the oral microbiome and how is it relevant to oral inflammation?
  2. What are the key cellular mediators of periodontal inflammation and can they be used to screen for Oral Diseases?
  3. What is Inflammaging and how does it relate to oral health and the aging process
  4. Can Probiotics be used to Optimize oral health and slow aging/inflammaging?

Biography:
Dr. Michael Glogauer is head of Dental Oncology at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, a world-class cancer facility. He is also a professor at the University of Toronto where he holds the position of chief of dentistry for the University Health Network. After receiving his Doctorate of Dental Surgery and PhD at the U of T, he went on to complete post-doctoral training at Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA. In addition to private practice, Dr. Glogauer runs several dental educational study clubs for dental professionals and lectures extensively throughout Canada and internationally. He has more than 180 peer-reviewed publications and two patents on topics of oral/dental health and treatments. Additionally, he researches periodontal disease treatment, novel diagnostic methods and treatments to improve bone prior to dental implants at the university. Among his professional affiliations, Dr. Glogauer maintains active memberships in both the Canadian and international associations for dental research, the Hamilton Academy of Dentistry, the CDA and ODA.

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Building Connections and Confidence in Responding to Suspected Elder Abuse

Presented by Raeann Rideout, MA|Duration: 1.5 hours


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Dental hygienists are well positioned to apply their clinical knowledge and skills in recognizing signs of suspected elder abuse. Their interactions with clients create a safe environment to approach and assist older adults when elder abuse is suspected. This session will provide dental hygienists with examples of core indicators of physical, emotional, neglect, and financial abuse that can be recognized while providing oral care treatment.

Supporting older adults who are vulnerable or at-risk of abuse can often be difficult, if you do not know how to approach the issue or start that critical conversation. This presentation will demonstrate how dental hygienists can use their connections with clients, employing strategic communication skills to ask key questions and begin the assessment/screening process. Participants will be given an overview of best practice guidelines to build their own confidence in providing intervention and support. Developing these core skills will not only benefit dental hygienists in their daily practice but will provide older adult clients with assistance, particularly in cases of increased vulnerabilities.

 

Learning objectives:

  • Explore assessment questions when elder abuse is suspected.
  • Review the guiding principles of when to intervene and support older adults living in abusive situations.
  • Learn how to support and respond to older adults, using effective communication strategies.
  • Build capacity by becoming familiar with community agencies that serve older adults, to enhance the supports and responses that can help vulnerable adults.

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The Right to be Accommodated

Presented by Patrizia Piccolo B.A., LL.B., Partner|Duration: 0.5 hour


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Access to course expires 1 year following purchase. Please make sure you complete prior to expiry. P. Piccolo – Course Description – The Right to be Accommodated Join Patrizia Piccolo of Piccolo Heath LLP employment lawyers to learn about your right as an employee to be accommodated in the workplace. She discusses the right to be accommodated under Ontario Human Rights legislation with examples relating to disability and family status. She also discusses how far an employer must go when they are required to accommodate and when they can say they’ve reached the point of undue hardship (meaning they’ve gone far enough). Biography – Patrizia Piccolo B.A., LL.B., Partner Patrizia provides strategic advice to both large and small employers and their human resources and management teams. Patrizia also advises employers on employment-related regulatory issues, including compliance with the Employment Standards Act, 2000, Human Rights Code, Labour Relations Act, 1995 and Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997. Patrizia is dedicated to providing her clients with excellent legal counsel and client service. With 20 years of experience, Patrizia’s primary focus is providing her clients with a “buffet table of options” and then guiding them to find the best solution to their specific issues. Patrizia is able to take the complex and convert it to something that is accessible. Patrizia prides herself on instilling confidence and empowerment in her clients, while also earning their friendship and trust. Whether advising employers or employees, Patrizia’s practice covers all aspects of the employment relationship from hiring, performance management, workplace restructuring, termination and post-employment contractual breaches.
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Termination Law 101

Presented by Patrizia Piccolo B.A., LL.B., Partner|Duration: 0.5 hour


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Access to course expires 1 year following purchase. Please make sure you complete prior to expiry. P. Piccolo Course Description – Termination Law 101 Join Patrizia Piccolo of Piccolo Heath LLP employment lawyers to learn about how termination law works in Ontario including employee versus independent contractor termination entitlements; minimum standards; common law entitlements and the impact of properly drafted termination clauses in employment agreements.   Biography – Patrizia Piccolo B.A., LL.B., Partner Patrizia provides strategic advice to both large and small employers and their human resources and management teams. Patrizia also advises employers on employment-related regulatory issues, including compliance with the Employment Standards Act, 2000, Human Rights Code, Labour Relations Act, 1995 and Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997. Patrizia is dedicated to providing her clients with excellent legal counsel and client service. With 20 years of experience, Patrizia’s primary focus is providing her clients with a “buffet table of options” and then guiding them to find the best solution to their specific issues. Patrizia is able to take the complex and convert it to something that is accessible. Patrizia prides herself on instilling confidence and empowerment in her clients, while also earning their friendship and trust. Whether advising employers or employees, Patrizia’s practice covers all aspects of the employment relationship from hiring, performance management, workplace restructuring, termination and post-employment contractual breaches.
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Harassment at Work – What Can I Do?

Presented by Patrizia Piccolo B.A., LL.B., Partner|Duration: 0.5 Hours


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Access to course expires 1 year following purchase. Please make sure you complete prior to expiry. Workplace Harassment This presentation defines harassment in the workplace and provides examples of behaviours that may qualify as harassment and which may contravene the Occupational Health & Safety Act and/or the Human Rights Code. In addition, it outlines proactive steps one can take when they suspect they are subject to harassment in the workplace. Biography: Patrizia Piccolo B.A., LL.B., Partner Patrizia provides strategic advice to both large and small employers and their human resources and management teams. Patrizia also advises employers on employment-related regulatory issues, including compliance with the Employment Standards Act, 2000, Human Rights Code, Labour Relations Act, 1995 and Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997. Patrizia is dedicated to providing her clients with excellent legal counsel and client service. With 20 years of experience, Patrizia’s primary focus is providing her clients with a “buffet table of options” and then guiding them to find the best solution to their specific issues. Patrizia is able to take the complex and convert it to something that is accessible. Patrizia prides herself on instilling confidence and empowerment in her clients, while also earning their friendship and trust. Whether advising employers or employees, Patrizia’s practice covers all aspects of the employment relationship from hiring, performance management, workplace restructuring, termination and post-employment contractual breaches.
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Sale of a Business

Presented by Patrizia Piccolo B.A., LL.B., Partner|Duration: 0.5 Hours


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Access to course expires 1 year following purchase. Please make sure you complete prior to expiry. This presentation provides a broad overview of the structure of dental practice sales and the impact upon employment relationships. Particular attention is paid to share purchase deals versus asset purchase deals, and the corresponding impact upon Dental Hygienists. Given the possibility that a Dental Hygienist could be terminated following the sale of a dental practice, their termination entitlements are also examined. Biography – Patrizia Piccolo B.A., LL.B., Partner Patrizia provides strategic advice to both large and small employers and their human resources and management teams. Patrizia also advises employers on employment-related regulatory issues, including compliance with the Employment Standards Act, 2000, Human Rights Code, Labour Relations Act, 1995 and Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997. Patrizia is dedicated to providing her clients with excellent legal counsel and client service. With 20 years of experience, Patrizia’s primary focus is providing her clients with a “buffet table of options” and then guiding them to find the best solution to their specific issues. Patrizia is able to take the complex and convert it to something that is accessible. Patrizia prides herself on instilling confidence and empowerment in her clients, while also earning their friendship and trust. Whether advising employers or employees, Patrizia’s practice covers all aspects of the employment relationship from hiring, performance management, workplace restructuring, termination and post-employment contractual breaches.
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Employment Contracts

Presented by Patrizia Piccolo, B.A., LL.B., Partner|Duration: 0.5 Hours


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Access to course expires one year following purchase. Please make sure you complete prior to expiry. This presentation addresses the important considerations for dental hygienists when entering into employment contracts. First, it examines the distinction between employees and independent contractors, and the test for determining the difference between the two. Second, it considers key provisions in employment contracts and the effect of altering a contract after it has already been signed. Lastly, it explains the unique employment relationship dental hygienists enter into with corporations, rather than the dentists with whom they work. Biography – Patrizia Piccolo, B.A., LL.B., Partner Patrizia provides strategic advice to both large and small employers and their human resources and management teams. Patrizia also advises employers on employment-related regulatory issues, including compliance with the Employment Standards Act, 2000, Human Rights Code, Labour Relations Act, 1995 and Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997. Patrizia is dedicated to providing clients with excellent legal counsel and client service. With 20 years of experience, Patrizia’s primary focus is providing clients with a “buffet table of options” and guiding them to find the best solution to their specific issues. Patrizia is able to take the complex and convert it to something accessible. Patrizia prides herself on instilling confidence and empowerment in clients, while also earning friendship and trust. Whether advising employers or employees, Patrizia’s practice covers all aspects of the employment relationship from hiring, performance management, workplace restructuring, termination and post-employment contractual breaches.
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Recent Changes to the Employment Standards Act

Presented by Patrizia Piccolo B.A., LL.B., Partner|Duration: 0.5 Hours


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Access to course expires 1 year following purchase. Please make sure you complete prior to expiry. On November 21, 2018 the Ontario government passed Bill 47 – Making Ontario Open for Business Act, which includes changes to the Employment Standards Act, 2000(ESA) and the Labour Relations Act, 1995.  Bill 47 undoes many, but not all of the changes the liberal government introduced in Bill 148. Bill 66 was introduced on December 6, 2018 by the Ontario government which if passed, will make additional key changes to the Employment Standards Act, 2000.  Bill 66 does not materially impact the ESA to the degree of the rollbacks and delays under Bill 47. This update, presented by Patrizia Piccolo, partner at Piccolo Heath LLP, will discuss changes to the ESA that may impact you at your workplace.  Some of the changes highlighted include personal emergency leave/sick days, misclassification of a worker and scheduling. Patrizia will also discuss the practical impact of the changes in the legislation for employers and employees.

Speaker Biography

Patrizia Piccolo B.A., LL.B., Partner Patrizia provides strategic advice to both large and small employers and their human resources and management teams. Patrizia also advises employers on employment-related regulatory issues, including compliance with the Employment Standards Act, 2000, Human Rights Code, Labour Relations Act, 1995 and Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997. Patrizia is dedicated to providing her clients with excellent legal counsel and client service. With 20 years of experience, Patrizia’s primary focus is providing her clients with a “buffet table of options” and then guiding them to find the best solution to their specific issues. Patrizia is able to take the complex and convert it to something that is accessible. Patrizia prides herself on instilling confidence and empowerment in her clients, while also earning their friendship and trust. Whether advising employers or employees, Patrizia’s practice covers all aspects of the employment relationship from hiring, performance management, workplace restructuring, termination and post-employment contractual breaches.
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Eating Disorders

Presented by Dr. David Clark|Duration: 0.5 hours


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Eating disorders represent a serious, life threatening illness affecting a disproportionate number of females, often arising during early adolescence. Adolescence is a time for a search for individuality, purpose and independence, when identification with peer groups becomes increasingly important. Constant media bombardment with images of ultimate thinness has pushed dieting into the realm of socially acceptable behaviour. The etiology of eating disorders is however, more complex, involving an intricate interplay among biological, psychological and social issues (biopsychosocial model) and possible genetic predispositions.

While food appears to be the central issue, it is really the characterization of food-related problems that become an outlet for the expression of a variety of more serious underlying issues. The result becomes a problematic coping strategy. Dieting quickly becomes a measure of self-esteem giving the individual a sense of personal control resulting in an ongoing obsession with weight loss, food and exercise. This change in focus perpetuates the illness with potentially severe consequences. The mind develops a distorted or even delusional thought process around body image, perceiving oneself as continually being too fat. Psychopathology quickly translates into a physiopathology defining a particular subtype of eating disorder.

Dental practices will include patients dealing with an eating disorder. Patients may appear healthy, despite struggling internally with this illness often becoming very secretive in their contacts with any health care professional because of the self-denial, shame and guilt associated with the illness.  Oral manifestations of eating disorders  impair oral function, cause pain and lead to a deterioration of esthetics and quality of life.

It is important for dental professionals to become familiar in recognizing the oral signs and symptoms of eating disorders and show empathy and support for these patients. Dentistry can play a significant collaborative role in the early diagnosis, support, and long-term management of this disease.

Speaker Biography

David B. Clark Bsc.,DDS,MSc(Oral Pathology), FAAOP, FRCDC

Dr. Clark was Clinic Director, Dental Services at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences in Whitby, Ontario from 1988-2017 and is an Associate in Clinical Dentistry, Department of Oral Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto.

He obtained his DDS at the University of Toronto in 1976 and his MSc. in Oral Pathology at the University of Western Ontario in 1986 and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, the Pierre Fauchard Academy and Academy of Dentistry International. He received the Award of Distinction for his dedication and contributions to the field of Continuing Dental Education in 2015, awarded by the Academy of Dentistry International.

His hospital-based practice was devoted primarily to the general dental care of individuals undergoing primary care for various forms of psychiatric illness often co-existing with other medically compromising conditions.

He participates in the teaching of the undergraduate dental curriculum relating to the topics of Oral Medicine and Oral Diagnosis at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto. He is also a part-time clinical instructor (Dental Hygiene, Year 2) at Durham College, Oshawa, Ontario and George Brown College, Toronto, Ontario.

He has lectured internationally since 2005 on the subjects of psychiatric illness and its impact on the individual and dental management considerations; oral care and the geriatric patient; and a review of clinical oral pathology.


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Bipolar Disorder: “A Roller Coaster of Mood” – Implications for Dental Care

Presented by Dr. David Clark|Duration: 0.75 hours


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Mood disorders are characterized by disturbances of one’s mood, thought and behaviour resulting in severe distress and loss of control.

Bipolar disorder is one type of mood disorder characterized as being episodic and recurrent in nature and often manifested by two diametrically opposed moods: mania and depression. While listed in the top ten of the most debilitating of all non-communicable diseases worldwide, misdiagnosis remains common particularly in the early stages of the disease when an individual presents only with depressive symptoms having no established history of mania or hypomania.

Both manic and depressive episodes result in significant impairment in social and occupational functioning resulting in an inability to work and subsequent loss of employment, alienation from family and marital instability. Poor insight and judgement often result in substance abuse.

Oral manifestations of depression can include: xerostomia, poor oral hygiene, rampant caries, missing teeth, poorly fitting dental prostheses, advanced periodontal disease, orofacial pain and candidiasis. Lifestyle changes including poor diet, substance abuse and overall neglect will exacerbate these oral findings.

Patients with mood disorders often have difficulty with attention, concentration and motivation. Patients exhibiting hypomanic or manic behaviour can be easily distracted and often forget what they have been told with respect to their dental needs. Depressed patients generally remain apathetic and withdrawn with a reduced capacity to listen to and comply with instructions.

Any dental regimen must be as brief and flexible as necessary during each stage of the illness. By understanding and recognizing the signs and symptoms that would constitute hypomanic, manic and/or depressive behaviour, any discussion of treatment options and ultimately informed consent may take place in as rational a context as possible.

The dental professional can contribute to increased feelings of self-worth and self-esteem for these patients and it can be a truly rewarding experience.

Speaker Biography

David B. Clark Bsc.,DDS,MSc(Oral Pathology), FAAOP, FRCDC

Dr. Clark was Clinic Director, Dental Services at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences in Whitby, Ontario from 1988-2017 and is an Associate in Clinical Dentistry, Department of Oral Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto.

He obtained his DDS at the University of Toronto in 1976 and his MSc. in Oral Pathology at the University of Western Ontario in 1986 and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, the Pierre Fauchard Academy and Academy of Dentistry International. He received the Award of Distinction for his dedication and contributions to the field of Continuing Dental Education in 2015, awarded by the Academy of Dentistry International.

His hospital-based practice was devoted primarily to the general dental care of individuals undergoing primary care for various forms of psychiatric illness often co-existing with other medically compromising conditions.

He participates in the teaching of the undergraduate dental curriculum relating to the topics of Oral Medicine and Oral Diagnosis at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto. He is also a part-time clinical instructor (Dental Hygiene, Year 2) at Durham College, Oshawa, Ontario and George Brown College, Toronto, Ontario.

He has lectured internationally since 2005 on the subjects of psychiatric illness and its impact on the individual and dental management considerations; oral care and the geriatric patient; and a review of clinical oral pathology.


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Psychiatric Illness Introduction

Presented by Dr. David Clark|Duration: 0.5 hours


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Psychiatric illness and its medical management carry significant risks for oral disease. Although mental illness is common, in many cases it is misunderstood, remains unrecognized, or is undertreated. Mental illness and the resulting disabilities create difficulties not only for the patient but also for one’s family and friends, not the least of which remains the highly-stigmatized nature of the disease itself. Understanding the type, severity, stage of mental illness, along with a patient’s own mood, motivation and personal perceptions of oral disease and lifestyle can enhance the knowledge of dental professionals concerning this critical aspect of a patient’s medical history and further illustrates how closely mental health and oral health are intertwined. Mental illness must be viewed from a similar perspective as are other major diseases. Dental professionals should be aware of factors such as the reduced rates of compliance with dental treatment, reduced ability to access oral health care, the effects of various psychotropic medications on oral health including xerostomia, caries and periodontal disease and the potential interactions with drugs used in dental practice. Patients with psychiatric illness often bring unique needs and differing priorities to a dental practice, and the dental health practitioner must in turn demonstrate patience, flexibility, empathy, and a non-stigmatizing attitude in caring for these individuals. Enhancing self-esteem and feelings of self-worth for those coping with a psychiatric illness can be a very fulfilling experience that can only serve to continue to break down the stigma surrounding this group of diseases.

Speaker Biography

David B. Clark Bsc.,DDS,MSc(Oral Pathology), FAAOP, FRCDC

Dr. Clark was Clinic Director, Dental Services at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences in Whitby, Ontario from 1988-2017 and is an Associate in Clinical Dentistry, Department of Oral Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto.

He obtained his DDS at the University of Toronto in 1976 and his MSc. in Oral Pathology at the University of Western Ontario in 1986 and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, the Pierre Fauchard Academy and Academy of Dentistry International. He received the Award of Distinction for his dedication and contributions to the field of Continuing Dental Education in 2015, awarded by the Academy of Dentistry International.

His hospital-based practice was devoted primarily to the general dental care of individuals undergoing primary care for various forms of psychiatric illness often co-existing with other medically compromising conditions.

He participates in the teaching of the undergraduate dental curriculum relating to the topics of Oral Medicine and Oral Diagnosis at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto. He is also a part-time clinical instructor (Dental Hygiene, Year 2) at Durham College, Oshawa, Ontario and George Brown College, Toronto, Ontario.

He has lectured internationally since 2005 on the subjects of psychiatric illness and its impact on the individual and dental management considerations; oral care and the geriatric patient; and a review of clinical oral pathology.


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Radiographic Interpretation

Presented by Dr. Ross Barlow|Duration: Approximately 15-20 hours


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The Radiographic Interpretation course is designed to review the discipline of oral radiographic interpretation. It is not intended as a comprehensive course in this discipline and it is assumed that course participants have a previous competency in radiography. In the following presentations, the material covered will deal with radiographic images that one may expect to see in practice.

Speaker Biography

Ross Barlow DDS

Ross Barlow is an Assistant Professor of the Department of Biological and Diagnostic Services, Division of Oral Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, at the University of Toronto.  He is presently Co-Head of Undergraduate Radiology.  Ross provides radiography lectures to dental hygiene students and dental hygienists.  Ross is also a consultant for the Department of Forensic Pathology at both Hamilton General Hospital and the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.  He is a member of PODIT (Province of Ontario Dental Identification Team) and DVI (Disaster Victim Identification Team).


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