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Who Enforces Dental Regulatory Compliance In Ontario?

Who Enforces Dental Regulatory Compliance In Ontario?

I have received many questions from dentists regarding the regulatory processes for the dental profession. In this blog, I will briefly discuss the bodies responsible for monitoring dental practices and what dentists can expect during an investigation. The Ontario...

Eye Wash Stations In Dental Offices

Eye Wash Stations In Dental Offices

As the Ministry of Labour continues to crack down on health and safety compliance there has been much uncertainty around eye wash station requirements for dental offices. While there does not appear to be concrete guidelines on eye wash unit specifications for...

Are AEDs (Defibrillators) Required In Dental Offices?

Are AEDs (Defibrillators) Required In Dental Offices?

This is a question that seems to be arising more often during my consultations with dentists. First let me provide some background information: AEDs (i.e. Automatic External Defibrillators), when applied to a patient that is unconscious and not breathing, can "reset"...

Which Staff Trainings Are Required For Dental Offices In Ontario?

Which Staff Trainings Are Required For Dental Offices In Ontario?

There are multiple legislative acts—enforced by several regulatory organizations— that govern dental practice in Ontario. Two principal regulatory bodies include the Ministry of Labour and the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario. Owners of dental practices are...

To Shock Or Not To Shock? A Case Study During Emergencies

To Shock Or Not To Shock? A Case Study During Emergencies

A Case Study in AED Usage During Medical Emergencies Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) have made lay-rescuers an indispensible link in the chain of survival. It is important, however, for first responders to remember the basics: AEDs should be applied to...