Articles tagged "adverse reactions"
Loss of Sight Caused by Calcium Hydroxide Paste Accidentally Splashed into the Eye during Endodontic Treatment: Case Report
This case report of a dentist who lost vision in one eye after accidentally splashing endodontic calcium hydroxide into it emphasizes the importance of taking particular care with this treatment. Read more
Recall of Spinbrush Rechargeable Toothbrushes
Health Canada is advising the public that Church & Dwight Canada has initiated a voluntary recall of its “Spinbrush Pro Clean SONIC Rechargeable Toothbrushes&rdquo. Read more
Advisory on Arm & Hammer Spinbrush Powered Toothbrushes
Health Canada is advising the public about new safety information for the battery-powered Arm & Hammer Spinbrush series of toothbrushes, following reports of adverse events associated with these products in the United States. Read more
Should Antiplatelet and Anticoagulant Medications Be Discontinued before Minor Oral Surgery Procedures?
For minor oral surgery procedures, there is no need to stop antithrombotic medications if proper local measures are followed. Read more
Do Patients with Solid Organ Transplants or Breast Implants Require Antibiotic Prophylaxis before Dental Treatment?
Although opinions on this question differ, current evidence does not support the systematic use of antibiotic prophylaxis for these patients. Read more
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Transplants in Dentistry
This complementary resource to CCSA’s Guidance Document for Dentists Providing Human Allogeneic Transplants appears in the print edition of JCDA 2011, Issue 6, pages 355-6. Read more
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Devices for Use in Dental Health Care
This complementary resource to CCSA’s Guidance Document Pertaining to Devices for Use in Dental Health Care appears in the print edition of JCDA 2011, Issue 6, pages 353-4. Read more
The Effects of Antiepileptic Drugs on Oral Health
This literature review confirms that long-term use of phenytoin causes gingival hyperplasia, as does the use of valproate, carbamazepine and phenobarbital. Patients taking carbamazepine or phenytoin had alveolar bone loss. However, the effects of newer-generation antiepileptic drugs on oral health have not yet been studied. Read more
Preventive Strategies and Clinical Implications for Bisphosphonate-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw: A Review of 282 Patients
Length of exposure to bisphosphonate therapy seems to be an important risk factor for bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw. Dental clinicians should encourage patients with cancer to use oral and dental prevention strategies to reduce the risk of osteonecrosis during bisphosphonate therapy. Read more
Colgate Motion Electric Toothbrush Recall
Health Canada advises that Colgate-Palmolive is recalling its Colgate Motion Electric Toothbrush in response to receiving 9 incident reports from consumers associated with the use of this battery-operated electric toothbrush. Read more
Burns from Rotary Handpieces
A case presentation about a patient receiving a burn from a dental rotary handpiece was included in Health Canada’s Canadian Adverse Reaction Newsletter in October. Read more
Toward Safer Care: Reporting Systems, Checklists and Process Standardization
Sir Liam Donaldson, the former chief medical officer of England, discusses patient safety and outlines some successful methods developed by the World Health Organization and U.K. health agencies that can be used to address this public health issue. Read more
Does ultrasonic dental equipment affect cardiovascular implantable electronic devices?
Ultrasonic dental devices have been in use since the 1950s and are important in the armamentarium of oral health care providers.1 Ultrasonic scaling is as effective as hand instrumentation for the removal of calculus and is widely used. Read more
Oral-B Mouthwash Recall
Health Canada advises that Procter & Gamble (P&G) is voluntarily recalling its Oral B Anti-Cavity Dental Rinse - Alcohol Free (NPN 02129930) and Oral-B Anti-Bacterial with Fluoride - Alcohol Free Daily Use Mouthrinse (DIN 02130823) products due to possible microbial contamination. Read more
Disclosure of Unanticipated Outcomes: A Toolkit for Dentists
An excerpt from “Disclosure of Unanticipated Outcomes: A Toolkit for Dentists” appears in the print edition of JCDA 2011. Read more
Health Canada Reissues Advisory on Topical Benzocaine
Health Canada published an updated advisory notice in April, reminding the public about the potential health risks of topical benzocaine products. Read more
Notice on Denture Creams Containing Zinc
Health Canada and GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) published an information document in February 2010, advising health professionals about potential health risks to patients from the long-term excessive use of denture adhesives that contain zinc. Read more
Oral Erosive Mucositis Associated with Improper Administration of a Drug
Prolonged contact between alendronate (a bisphosphonate medication) and the oral mucosa may lead to oral erosive mucositis. The correct diagnosis depends on a complete medication history, including details about mode of administration. Read more
Accident Highlights Need for Drug Precautions
An experience with one of my patients made me realize that as dentists, we could take extra precautions when prescribing lorazepam (marketed as Ativan). Read more
New Practical Resources for Dentists on Medical Device Licences and Transplant Materials
CDA’s Committee on Clinical and Scientific Affairs (CCSA) has produced 2 new guidance documents for dentists about medical device regulations and transplant materials used in dental health care. Read more
Endodontics-Related Paresthesia of the Mental and Inferior Alveolar Nerves: An Updated Review
Paresthesia, a prickly sensation or numbness caused by neural injury, can result from a dental procedure, as several important nerves of the mandible are very close to the root apices, especially that of the third molar. Read more
Hyland’s Teething Tablets Recalled on Risk of Belladonna Poisoning
Hyland’s Teething Tablets (125 tablets, DIN 01956485) have been voluntarily recalled from the Canadian market because they may pose a risk to infants and children. Read more
OSAP and FDI to Review Patient Safety Guide
The Organization for Safety & Asepsis Procedures (OSAP) is working with the FDI World Dental Federation to conduct an official review of the World Health Organization’s Patient Safety Curriculum Guide. Read more
Is there a “safety zone” in the mandibular premolar region where damage to the mental nerve can be avoided if periapical extrusion occurs?
The mandibular premolars are located close to the mental foramina (Fig. 1). As such, various events affecting these teeth, such as odontogenic infection1 and orthodontic, endodontic, periodontal or surgical misadventure, may result in neurosensory disturbance of the mental nerves.2-4 Read more
Finite Element Analysis of the Human Mandible to Assess the Effect of Removing an Impacted Third Molar
Finite element analysis, a 3-dimensional modelling method, was used to analyze the effects of removing bone around an impacted mandibular third molar and to predict the possibility of iatrogenic fracture. Read more
Lemierre Syndrome from an Odontogenic Source: A Review for Dentists
Lemierre syndrome, the “forgotten disease,” may not be as uncommon as believed. When an obvious cause of sepsis is not apparent, dentists should consider Lemierre syndrome and look for a history of pharyngitis, tonsillitis or dental infection. Read more
Case Report on Suspected Association of Denture Creams and Neuropathy
Health Canada published a case presentation relevant to Canadian dentistry in the January 2010 edition of its Canadian Adverse Reaction Newsletter. The case discusses the potential risks of neurologic disease associated with the excessive use of denture adhesive creams. The case is reprinted in its entirety below. Read more
Ontario Girl Suffers Septic Shock After Third Molar Removal
A newspaper article1 in the Orangeville Banner provided an account of a 16-year-old girl who experienced serious complications after the removal of her wisdom teeth. Mercedes Moore of Grand Valley, Ontario, went into septic shock after surgery in February 2009. The article outlines how an infection spread to her lungs and brain, leading to her suffering a series of blood clots and strokes. She was ultimately placed into a medically induced coma to allow treatment of the infection in her lungs and brain. Read more
