Newfoundland and Labrador Dental Association

09/03/2026

When it comes to managing dental pain, effective treatment doesn’t always mean opioids.

Dentists consider a range of pain-relief options, including non-opioid medications and local anesthetics, while taking each patient’s needs into account. Using evidence-based approaches can help manage pain while reducing the risks associated with opioid use.

Learn more about pain management in dentistry: https://www.cda-adc.ca/en/oral_health/talk/complications/pain_management/index.asp

09/03/2026

A toothbrush only cleans about 60% of your tooth's surface. 🪥

Flossing cleans the other 40% hidden between your teeth. Skip the floss, skip the clean.

09/03/2026

DYK?

A healthy diet does more than fuel your muscles — it builds your teeth! 🥬 Nutrition is the foundation of oral health. Crunchy veggies act like natural toothbrushes, and calcium-rich foods keep your jawbone strong.

Feed your wellness from the first bite.
A healthy body starts with a healthy mouth. 🍎🦷

09/02/2026

ADHD 101: A free 3-week virtual group

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental condition that can affect:

✔️ attention,
✔️organization,
✔️motivation,
✔️emotional regulation, and
✔️daily functioning.

Learning more about ADHD can help you better understand your experiences, recognize your strengths, and develop practical strategies to manage challenges.

This group is for adults (18 and older) who want to learn more about ADHD and ways to manage its symptoms. You will learn what ADHD is, how it can affect daily life, and simple strategies that may help.

Throughout the program, you'll learn about:

🧠 Week 1: What is ADHD?
▪️ Learn about the different types of ADHD.
▪️ Find out how ADHD is diagnosed and treated.
▪️ Talk about healthy routines that can help, including sleep, healthy eating, exercise and managing stress.

🌊 Week 2: When everything feels too much
▪️ Learn how ADHD can affect emotions and the way you react to sounds, sights, and other sensory experiences.
▪️ Practice strategies to help manage big feelings and sensory challenges.

🎯 Week 3: Trouble focusing and getting started
▪️ Learn about common ADHD challenges, such as paying attention, getting stuck in hyperfocus, starting tasks, and staying motivated.
▪️ Explore simple tips and tools that may help with these challenges.

By the end of the group, you will have a better understanding of ADHD and practical ideas you can try in your everyday life.

📆 When: Thursdays, September 17 to October 1, 2026 (3 sessions)

🕔 Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Newfoundland) | 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (most of Labrador)

🛜 Where: Virtually (email [email protected] to register)

NL Health Services recognizes that people of all ages and walks of life have unique mental health needs.

We're committed to being as inclusive and accommodating as possible, which is why we offer our groups multiple times throughout the year and across different time windows to support participation for everyone.

Stay tuned for future group offerings and schedules.

08/13/2026

08/13/2026

Looking for a quick snack to grab on the way to the beach? How about an apple and a handful of almonds? You’ll get fibre from the apple — and it will produce saliva that rinses away bad bacteria — and the almonds will give you a boost of calcium and protein. Both are excellent snacks for your teeth.

08/13/2026

08/13/2026

Thinking about buying a practice someday?

Even if ownership is still a few years away, the financial choices you make now can affect your options later.

Join CDSPI and Scotiabank on August 19 for Plan with Purpose: Debt, Life Goals, and Buying a Practice, a practical webinar for new dentists and dentists in their first years of practice.

The panel will explore what lenders look for, how practice ownership can change your financial profile, and how debt, savings, investing and insurance can all fit together as you plan for the future.

Register today: https://ow.ly/Nj4e50Zx3iL

07/24/2026

1 in 5 Canadians will experience a mental health challenge this year. Yet myths and stigma can make it harder to seek help. For dental professionals, your mental health is just as important as your clinical skills - but it’s often misunderstood.

From “I should handle stress on my own” to “seeking help is a sign of weakness”, common myths can hold dentists and dental students back from getting the support they need.

Let’s change that.

Learn the facts and explore how CDSPI’s Members’ Assistance Program (MAP) can support your well-being—confidentially and at no cost.

Read more: https://www.cdspi.com/learn/mental-health-myths-and-facts/

Sponsored by CDSPI and provided by TELUS Health, the Members’ Assistance Program (MAP), is a free and confidential support service to help you and your immediate family deal with life’s challenges — big or small.