If oral health is intrinsically linked to over-all health and overall health care is universally covered in Canada… In the summer of 1962, Saskatchewan became the centre of a hard-fought struggle between the provincial government, the North American medical establishment,…
by Marty Jablow DMD People living with diabetes are twice as likely to develop serious gum disease NEW YORK, NY (November 1, 2010) – For the nearly 24 million Americans living with diabetes, many may be surprised to learn about an additional…
The 33 miners trapped 2,258 feet below ground in Chile made an unusual first request when initially contacted by rescuers, according to a report by the Associated Press: send toothbrushes. Government officials have said the miners may not emerge until…
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Current hygiene regulations and how they are implemented in the dental surgery – The latest trends in the area of equipment systems and dental supplies – Integration of surgery hygiene in a highly effective QM system, a key theme…
Chicago-June 2, 2010-For the third consecutive year the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) has set a new attendance record for the Center for Lifelong Learning at Annual Session (CLL/AS). With total attendance expected to exceed more than 2,000 participants, ADHA’s…
Ottawa–The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) released the National Dental Hygiene Job market and Employment Survey. Topics covered include education, employment conditions, occupational health issues, future career interests among others. Responses indicate that Advertisement 736 of the dental hygienists (15%)…
Are you a dentist? Oh no, I’m “just” a dental hygienist! Advertisement I’ve often heard that disparaging remark, such a short sentence but so infinitely revealing of a person’s perception of his or her profession. Unfortunately, it conveys a negative…
In dentistry, the best asset to a dental operatory is a dental assistant who makes organization a priority. A dental assistant’s first approach to treatment planning is to predetermine and pre-prepare what has to be accomplished. I begin by verifying…
Introduction Aesthetic results come from the practitioner’s combination of clinical smile design principles and artistic judgments. Each practitioner has their own vision of the final smile. The main goal is to provide a natural and pleasing appearance for the patient’s…
Introduction I recently received a gift from one of my patients with a note on the front that said not to open it until I got home. When I got home, I opened the card and in a box was…
I think that most practitioners agree that in this day and age, we are all trying to do ideal cosmetic dentistry. We attend the seminars by the talented cosmetic dentists that advocate minimal or no prep veneers such as Lumineers,…
Margaret Detlor, RDH, is the new president of the Ontario dental Hygienists’ Association (ODHA).She has been a hygienist for 20 years and in 2002, started a mobile practice serving residents in long-term care homes.She can be reached through the ODHA…
Research suggests there may be an association between maternal gum disease and pre-term birth and low birth weight babies. In addition, a recent study says that pregnant women with gum disease may be more likely to develop gestational diabetes. “Good…
Mark your calendars for the next Pacific Dental Conference being held in conjunction with the Canadian Dental Association.March 5-7, 2009 PDC/CDA Annual MeetingFor information, contact:Tel: (604) 714-2382Email: pdconf.comwww.pdconf.com
According to The World Health Organization, oral diseases are a growing worldwide concern. A relevant point for Canadians, as an estimated 75 percent of us have gingivitis — the earliest and most treatable form of gum disease. Left untreated, gingivitis…
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