Étudiants de premier cycle

L’ACPD/CAPD reconnaît également l’importance des étudiants de premier cycle en médecine dentaire qui s’intéressent activement à la dentisterie pédiatrique. Par le biais du Prix du Dr Norm Levine décerné aux étudiants de premier cycle, l’ACPD/CAPD continue d’encourager et d’appuyer le perfectionnement de ces jeunes en formation. Ce prix est offert à toutes les écoles de médecine dentaire du Canada.

Dépôt d'abrégés

Il y a des directives précises que les étudiants diplômés doivent respecter s’ils veulent déposer des abrégés en vue des Présentations de travaux de recherche 3M ESPE et(ou) y assister. Voici les fichiers PDF qui comportent l’information nécessaire pour la participation des étudiants :

     

  

Directives 2021 pour le dépôt des abrégés scientifiques 

 

Veuillez noter que la date limite de dépôt des abrégés est maintenant fixée au 27 juillet, 2021.

 

Présentations de travaux de recherche:

 

L’édition annuelle des Présentations de travaux de recherche d’étudiants diplômés 3M ESPE est le fruit du partenariat entre 3M SOINS BUCCAUX et l’ACDP/CAPD. L’argent que donne généreusement 3M ESPE est remis aux étudiants diplômés canadiens en dentisterie pédiatrique qui présentent leur sujet de recherche lors de l’assemblée annuelle de l’ACDP/CAPD.

 

Chaque année, cinq étudiants diplômés sont invités à l’assemblée annuelle afin de présenter leur travail de recherche. Les étudiants invités sont admissibles au prix 3M SOINS BUCCAUX décerné à l’étudiant ou à l’étudiante qu’un jury aura choisi(e) à titre de meilleur(e) présentateur ou présentatrice. 3M SOINS BUCCAUX remettra en outre un échantillon de sa gamme de produits à tous les présentateurs. 

 

En plus d’être admissibles au prix 3M SOINS BUCCAUX , les présentateurs se verront offrir ceci par l’ACDP :

• le transport aérien aller-retour vers la ville hôte de l’assemblée annuelle;
• deux nuits d’hébergement à l’hôtel où se tient le congrès; et·       
  
• l’inscription gratuite à toutes les séances du congrès, y compris les activités sociales.

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Dévoilement des présentateurs étudiants diplômés 3M de 2021 !

Le samedi 25 septembre, 11 h à 12 h 30 HAP

The 2021 Presenters and Topics (list is only partial as of August 31, 2021)

• Dr. Erin Goertzen, "Investigating the learning curve in dental caries diagnosis from children;s bitewing radiographs amongst dental trainees".
• Dr. Melika Modabber, "Qualitative study of children’s dental experiences and ways to improve them"
• Dr. Ayala Rubin, "Nitrous Oxide Delivery Systems in Dentistry: A Critical Review"
• Dr. Zahra Samji, "Investigating Taurodontism in an Adolescent Population Using Dental Panoramic Radiographs.
• Dr. Jessica Tam, Chinese-Canadian Parents’ Attitude Towards General Anesthesia for Pediatric Dental Treatment.

 

Dr. Erin Goertzen

Investigating the learning curve in dental caries diagnosis from children's bitewing radiographs amongst dental trainees

Goertzen E1,2, Boutis K3, Perschbacher K2,4, Barrett EJ1,2, Casas MJ1,2.
1 Discipline of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada.
2 Department of Dentistry, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
3 Division of Emergency Medicine, ImageSim, Research Institute, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
4 Discipline of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada.

Background: Accurate radiographic diagnosis of interproximal dental caries is a key competency for dentists treating children. To date, no study investigating competency of Canadian and international dental students in radiographic diagnosis of interproximal dental caries in children exists. Computer-assisted learning (CAL) programs have shown to improve learning in medical education and may demonstrate similar positive effects in dental education. To our knowledge, there are currently no CAL programs that incorporate the diagnosis of interproximal dental caries in the primary dentition.

Objectives: To develop an interactive CAL tool designed to measure the amount and rate of skill acquisition and improve diagnosis of interproximal dental caries in children’s bitewing radiographs amongst undergraduate dental students, post-graduate pediatric dentistry residents and general practice trainees.

Methods: This was a multicenter prospective cross-sectional study. We enrolled undergraduate dental students in their second, third, or fourth year of study, graduate pediatric dentistry residents, and general practice trainees in accredited dental programs in Canada and Australia. Study participants learned to interpret children’s bitewing radiographs on a web-based platform by deliberately practicing 193 cases with the goal of achieving a mastery learning standard of 75% accuracy, sensitivity, and specificity. Participants identified the presence/absence of dental caries, and if present, were tasked to identify the specific location of all interproximal dental caries on the radiograph. A sample size of 95 was determined using a McNemar test power analysis.

Results: To date, there are 59 participants enrolled, 37 of which have started doing cases. From these 37 participants, 8021 cases have been completed, and three participants achieved the competency standard (example participant data, Figure 1). After data collection is complete, we will calculate the diagnostic performance change from initial to peak accuracy, specificity, and sensitivity across all study participants and compare performance trends. We will also report the number of cases completed to achieve the mastery learning standard.

Conclusion: Employing the technique of deliberate practice with this CAL tool has demonstrated feasibility and may prove as a useful adjunct to traditional educational methods for diagnosis of interproximal dental caries in children’s bitewing radiographs.

Dr. Melika Modabber

Qualitative study of children’s dental experiences and ways to improve them

Author: Melika Modabber D.M.D, MSc candidate University of Toronto

Supervisors:   Dr. L. Dempster PhD, University of Toronto,.  Dr. A. Taddio PhD, University of Toronto

Thesis Committee: Dr. C. Meghan McMurtry PhD, University of Guelph, Dr. K. Campbell, MSc., D.D.S MSc., F.R.C.D.(c), University of Toronto

Background:  Currently, limited data exists pertaining to childrens’ perceived dental experiences, and what can be done to enhance such dental experiences. Understanding this knowledge gap is critical to establish more patient-centered dental care.

Objectives: Using one-on-one interviews, this qualitative study sought to evaluate children’s perceptions about their dental experiences and explore their ideas about how to improve their experiences using the CARD™ system adapted for the context of dentistry.

Methods: Virtual video interviews were conducted with patients aged 8-12 years. A purposive sample of patients receiving comprehensive care in the last 12-months (Nov 2019-2020) at the Pediatric Dental Clinic at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto was obtained. Powerpoint slides were used to orient participants to aspects of dental visits and procedures. Children’s perceptions of various dental treatments and ways to enhance those experiences were elicited through semi-structured interview questions. A modified CARD™ system was introduced and its role in improving various dental experiences was evaluated. CARD™ (Comfort, Ask, Relax, Distract) is a patient-centred framework used to promote coping as evaluated previously during vaccinations. Data were analyzed using Inductive Thematic Analysis as described by Braun and Clarke (2006), whereby major themes were constructed based on recurrent patterns identified within the data.

Results: To date, nine children have been interviewed. Their dental experiences ranged from routine preventive treatments (i.e. cleaning) to invasive procedures (i.e. administration of local anesthesia [LA]). These children perceived non-invasive procedures to be “fine”, “enjoyable”, and “uneventful”. Conversely, invasive procedures were considered “painful”, and “uncomfortable”. Major themes constructed from the data include the importance of parental presence and effective communication by dental professionals. Children experienced reduced anxiety if they perceived their dentist to be empathic and warm, with an open, honest communication style. In contrast, poor communication and impatience negatively influenced the dental experience. Patients were highly receptive of the CARD™ system to help them cope with dental treatment, particularly during invasive dental procedures. Within CARD™, participants preferred to employ Comfort, Relax (deep belly breathing), and Distract interventions (audio-visual distractions) as techniques to mitigate dental anxiety and optimize their dental experience. Children preferred information sharing about the CARD™ system prior to future appointments by their parents or dental providers.

Conclusions:  This study suggests that children have multifaceted views towards their dental treatment and are highly receptive to the CARD™ system as an intervention to enhance their dental experiences.

Reference:

Braun, V., & Clarke, V. (2006). Using thematic analysis in psychology. Qualitative Research In Psychology, 3(2), 77-101.

Dr. Ayala Rubin

Nitrous Oxide Delivery Systems in Dentistry: A Critical Review

Ayala Rubin, BA, DDS 

Supervisor: Carilynne Yarascavitch, B.Sc., D.D.S., M.Sc., Dip. A.D.B.A.

Introduction; Nitrous oxide and oxygen sedation (NOS) is used extensively in dentistry today as a common form of minimal sedation for adult and paediatric patients undergoing dental procedures. As nitrous oxide is both a green-house gas and an occupational hazard, it is important to conserve nitrous oxide and avoid leaks into the surrounding environment. There are a number of design factors that can be implemented into a nitrous oxide and oxygen device to optimize delivery, including the way the gas is released from the tanks, the scavenging unit, and the mask used for the patient to inhale the gasses. A critical review was undertaken to reflect on the current gas delivery mechanisms available for NOS in medical and dental settings and to highlight knowledge gaps that can be improved by further research in the dental setting.

Body of Presentation; Inclusion and exclusion criteria were defined, and a search strategy was developed. Final searches of Medline, Embase and Web of Science were conducted on June 30, 2021, resulting in 1056 articles retrieved. Title and abstract screening, followed by full-text review, resulted in a total of 111 articles being included for this review. The medical literature demonstrated that demand-driven NOS devices (where inspiration releases the gasses) are widely used in adult populations, and that continuous-flow NOS devices (where gasses are released continuously) are commonly used in the pediatric population. In contrast, the dental literature reports continuous-flow NOS devices almost exclusively. Both the medical and dental literature discuss the importance of scavenging to prevent occupational nitrous oxide exposure, and advise use of a double-mask to avoid leakage. This presentation will review these delivery systems and considerations for their use.

Summary; NOS is used extensively in both medical and dental settings. Knowledge of the delivery system used, ideal scavenging, and consideration for a demand-driven delivery device in dentistry can help providers optimize nitrous oxide in their practices.

 

 

Dr. Zahra Samji

Investigating Taurodontism in an Adolescent Population Using Dental Panoramic Radiographs

Samji Z, MacDonald D. (The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada)

Objectives: Taurodontism was thought to be associated mainly with oro-facial syndromes but studies in normal Chinese and Brazilian adult populations shown that this trait is relatively common. We hypothesize that taurodontism is a variation of normal root morphology that may be present in an adolescent population as an incidental finding.

Methods: Digital dental panoramic radiographs (DPRs) taken of 124 adolescents aged between 15 and 20 years old (male: female ratio; 59:65), attending the University of British Columbia’s Faculty of Dentistry Clinic between July 2006 and June 2019 were examined. Unrestored first and second permanent molars with closed apices were measured digitally and a taurodont ratio index was obtained using the Shifman and Chanannel criteria.

Results: The total number of teeth examined was 992 and the proportion of taurodont teeth was 17%. Of the 124 cases, 68 had at least one taurodont tooth. There were 43 cases with bilateral taurodont teeth. Taurodontism had a higher predilection for females (63%) as compared to males (46%). This difference was statistically significant for all molars with a P value ranging from P = .003 to P = .043 except for the upper left second permanent molar (tooth 27) and the lower left second permanent molar (tooth 37). The extent of taurodontism was mostly mild (53%).

Conclusions: Our results suggest that mild taurodontism is relatively common in the local adolescent population similar to what was reported elsewhere. The ability to identify these teeth and diagnose them early can help inform treatment planning decisions.

 

 

Dr. Jessica Tam

Chinese-Canadian Parents’ Attitude Towards General Anesthesia for Pediatric Dental Treatment

Tam J1, Donnelly L1, von Bergmann HC1, Mathu-Muju K1
1Department of Oral Biological & Medical Sciences, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada (UBC)

 

Objectives: Obtaining informed consent for dental rehabilitation under general anesthesia (GA) for young children with extensive treatment needs is a patient-centered process involving shared decision-making with the family. However, due to intercultural differences, this may present challenges with immigrant families who may not be familiar with North American consent processes and standards of care. This study aimed to explore the barriers and facilitators to immigrant Chinese parents’ provision of informed consent for the use of GA to manage the behaviour of pre-cooperative children with extensive dental treatment needs.

Methods: A semi-structured, open-ended questionnaire utilizing vignettes was developed to guide the interview process with immigrant Chinese parents of young children presenting for dental care in Vancouver, Canada. Interviews were conducted in Mandarin and subsequently transcribed, translated, and coded; thematic analysis determined emerging themes.

Results: Six major themes emerged from 12 interviews: parental expectations of young children’s ability to cooperate for extensive dental treatment; differences in intercultural perspectives around the need to protect a child’s developing psyche; parental concerns about safety and possible adverse impacts on neurodevelopment; influence of parental knowledge of oral health in the primary dentition; influence of economic factors on providing informed consent; influence of ethnic Chinese cultural values on the informed consent process.

Conclusions: The results of this study suggests that differing intercultural expectations related to oral health care for children may present significant barriers to obtaining informed consent for dental rehabilitation under GA for Chinese-Canadian parents. It also emphasizes the importance to discuss potential adverse outcomes associated with GA at the parent consultation appointment. In order to empower the family to make the best informed decision, dentists should consider the acculturation discrepancy of immigrant families to ensure the optimal overall health of the child/family.

Bourse du Dr. Keith Titley

Bourse d’études supérieures en dentisterie pédiatrique du Dr Keith Titley

Le 31 octobre 2022 est la date limite pour recevoir les applications.

 

Le Dr Keith Titley a été professeur titulaire au département de dentisterie pédiatrique de l’Université de Toronto de 1970 à 2008. Keith a travaillé sans relâche à enseigner la dentisterie pédiatrique tant au premier qu’au cycle supérieur.

Il a été un mentor et un ami pour de nombreux étudiants diplômés se spécialisant en dentisterie pédiatrique, et les fruits de son travail rejaillissent aux quatre coins du Canada sous forme de soins buccodentaires avancés prodigués aux enfants, de formation et de recherche en dentisterie pédiatrique. Il a été directeur d’innombrables thèses de diplôme en dentisterie pédiatrique et d’aussi nombreuses thèses de maîtrise en dentisterie pédiatrique.

Keith a aussi travaillé d’arrache-pied tout d’abord comme examinateur en chef, puis comme registraire du Collège royal des chirurgiens dentistes du Canada. Ce faisant, il a mis en relief l’importance d’une formation avancée dans le cadre des programmes de spécialisation reconnus au Canada et a ainsi veillé à ce que la démarche d’examen soit juste et équitable pour toutes les spécialités dentaires.

Keith a aussi été un grand adepte de la cause de l’Académie canadienne de dentisterie pédiatrique, dont il est membre.

Reconnaissant le travail à la fois discret et inlassable du Dr Titley dans le domaine de la dentisterie pédiatrique, cette bourse de l’Académie canadienne de dentisterie pédiatrique a été nommée en son honneur.

ADMISSIBILITÉ ET DÉMARCHE DE DEMANDE :

Lire le détail des paramètres et directives de demande pour cette bourse (en anglais seulement). 

Le 31 octobre 2019 est la date limite pour recevoir les applications.

Télécharger le formulaire de demande de la bourse d’études supérieures en dentisterie pédiatrique du Dr Keith Titley (en anglais seulement).

(Après avoir rempli le formulaire en format Microsoft Word, suivre les directives figurant dans le document intitulé paramètres et directives ci-dessus.)

Télécharger le formulaire de déclaration du conseiller de la bourse d’études supérieures en dentisterie pédiatrique du Dr Keith Titley (en anglais seulement).

(Une fois le formulaire de déclaration de votre conseiller dûment rempli en format Microsoft Word, suivre les directives figurant dans le document intitulé paramètres et directives ci-dessus.)

Anciens lauréats de la bourse d’études supérieures en dentisterie pédiatrique du Dr Keith Titley

 

l'Année	Lauréat(e)s	Finalistes
2021 - 2022	Dr. Erin Goertzen, University of Toronto	Dr. Mandeep Gill, University of British Columbia
2020 - 2021	Dr. Nashat Cassim, University of Toronto	Dr. Hamideh Alai-Towfigh, University of Manitoba
2019 - 2020	Dr. Kimberly Ngai, University of Toronto	Dr. Sheri McKinstry, University of Manitoba
2018 - 2019	Dr. Tara Kennedy, University of Manitoba	Dr. Cara Yu, University of British Columbia
2017 - 2018	Dr. Cameron Grant, University of Manitoba	Dr. Don He, University of British Columbia
2016 - 2017	Dr. Simrit Nijjar, University of Manitoba	Aucun finaliste retenu
2015 - 2016	Dr. Alison Sigal, University of Toronto	Dr. Leena Chohan, University of Toronto
2014 - 2015	Dr. Andrew Wong, University of British Columbia	Dr. Marie-Lyne Gosselin, University of Toronto
2013 - 2014	Dr. Basma Dabbagh, University of Toronto	Dr. Trang Nguyen, University of Toronto
2012 - 2013	Aucun lauréat retenu	Aucun finaliste retenu
2011 - 2012	Dr. Tabitha Chng, University of Toronto	La catégorie des finalistes n’est pas encore établie
2010-  2011	Dr. Michael Park, University of Toronto	La catégorie des finalistes n’est pas encore établie
2009 - 2010	Dr. Evan Zaretsky, University of Toronto	La catégorie des finalistes n’est pas encore établie

Prix du Dr. Norman Levine décerné aux étudiants de premier cycle

Le Dr Norm Levine fut, en 1960, le premier stagiaire de cycle supérieur dans un programme de dentisterie pédiatrique à la faculté de chirurgie dentaire de l’Université de Toronto. De 1976 à 1993, Norm fut professeur et chef du département de dentisterie pédiatrique à la faculté de chirurgie dentaire de l’Université de Toronto.

 

Ce fut un chef de file respecté et reconnu mondialement dans le domaine des soins dentaires aux personnes handicapées.

 

Vouant une passion inébranlable à la dentisterie pédiatrique, Norm a su rehausser le profil et la réputation de sa spécialité.

 

The Bear (l’Ours), comme on le surnommait, était un géant doux, humain et généreux. On lui a remis l’Ordre du Canada pour souligner son engagement à l’égard de la dentisterie pédiatrique et des soins buccodentaires destinés aux personnes ayant des besoins spéciaux. Il a insufflé cette passion à de nombreux stagiaires de premier cycle et de cycles supérieurs en dentisterie pédiatrique, dont plusieurs sont issus du programme dans lequel il a enseigné et dont il devint directeur. Ses anciens étudiants pratiquent maintenant aux quatre coins du Canada et du monde – dans des cabinets privés, des services hospitaliers et le monde universitaire – en faisant la promotion de cette même quête d’excellence en dentisterie pédiatrique.

 

C’est avec grand honneur et respect que les membres de l’Académie canadienne de dentisterie pédiatrique ont créé le Prix du Dr Norman Levine décerné par l’Académie canadienne de dentisterie pédiatrique aux étudiants de premier cycle en dentisterie. On remettra à chaque faculté canadienne de dentisterie accréditée un prix par année afin de récompenser un étudiant ou une étudiante de troisième ou quatrième année en DDS/DMD, qui démontre une aptitude particulière et une passion pour le domaine de la dentisterie pédiatrique et(ou) les soins buccodentaires destinés aux personnes ayant des besoins spéciaux.

 

Le lauréat ou la lauréate sera nommée par le directeur du programme de premier cycle en dentisterie pédiatrique en consultation avec le comité d’attribution des prix de sa faculté. Le lauréat ou la lauréate recevra 200 $.

 

Les facultés canadiennes de dentisterie accréditées peuvent transmettre, une fois par année, les noms des étudiants mis en nomination, en précisant pour quelle année leur candidature est soumise, ainsi que leur facture, à l’Académie canadienne de dentisterie pédiatrique à info@capd-acdp.org.

LAURÉATES DU PRIX 2021

FÉLICITATIONS À 

Daniella Battaglia, University of Manitoba

Yasmine Bouferguène, Université Montréal

Rachel Korman, McGill University

Andréanne Légaré, Université Laval

Brandon Linaksita, Western University

Shaun Monty, University of British Columbia

Catherine Murphy, Dalhousie University

Andrews Scarsellone, University of Toronto

Mireille Szostak, University of Alberta

Serena Liu, University of Saskatchewan

Chers membres de l’Académie canadienne de dentisterie pédiatrique,

Je tiens à vous remercier pour le prix Norman-Levine, cela me touche énormément. La clientèle pédiatrique est celle qui me passionne depuis toujours. Avant même d’étudier en médecine dentaire, j’ai eu des emplois où j’ai travaillé avec les enfants et j’adorais cela. La dentisterie pédiatrique me permet donc de travailler avec une clientèle que j’apprécie beaucoup et de joindre le domaine si intéressant de la médecine dentaire. Ce prix représente tout le travail et le plaisir que j’ai eu cette année en dentisterie pédiatrique.

Je voudrais aussi remercier Dr Yoon qui m’avait nominé pour ce prix et avec qui j’ai beaucoup appris en clinique avec les enfants.

Avec toute ma gratitude,

Andréanne Légaré

	Andrew Scarsellone, University of Toronto
Rachel Korman, McGill University	Brandon Linaksita, Western University	Mireille Szostak, University of Alberta