Episode 677 · June 16, 2025
Beyond the Black Stain: Arresting Caries and Re-mineralizing Dentin
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Dr. Carla Cohn
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Dr. Cohn graduated from the University of Manitoba in 1991. She then went on to complete a post-graduate internship in Paediatric Dentistry. In addition to private practice, she is a clinical instructor, part-time, in Paediatric Dentistry at the University of Manitoba. Dr. Cohn is a partner at a private surgical clinic. She is a member of the following organizations: Manitoba Dental Association, Canadian Dental Association, Manitoba Dental Alumni Association, Winnipeg Dental Society, Women's Dental Group, American Academy of Paediatric Dentistry, Catapult Elite, and the Dean's Advisory Board. Dr. Cohn lectures internationally on prevention and Paediatric Dentistry for the general dentist.
Episode Summary
In this episode we'll explore the clinical applications of SDF, including single and multi-visit protocols, and how to determine the most effective treatment approach based on the patient's age, cooperation level, and caries risk. We’ll talk about what kind of materials we should be using to restore teeth following SDF treatment and how to manage the characteristic black staining that comes with its use. Our guest is Dr. Carla Cohn, a general dentist who is devoted solely to the practice of dentistry for children. She owns and operates Kids Sleep Dentistry Winnipeg, a private practice at Western Surgery Centre in Canada. Dr. Cohn is the founder of Lit Smile Academy, a CE company that organizes live, hands on programs that focus on practical clinical dentistry.
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