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Canadian Dental Hygienists Association Launches Oral Health Website for the Public
by Canadian Dental Hygienists AssociationThe Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is thrilled to announce the launch of www.dentalhygienecanada.ca— a website containing a wealth of information for the general public about dental hygiene and oral health. The site features oral health facts and FAQs, information…
All-new ADHA/Henry Schein Innovation Center Debuts During the ADHA Center for Lifelong Learning at the 92nd Annual Session
by American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA)The American Dental Hygienists’ Association and Henry Schein again partner together to showcase the latest technologies and advancements in dental hygiene at the profession’s largest gathering in the U.S. On June 19, 2015, the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA), in…
1 in 4 American adults have untreated cavities
by Kahaliah RichardsThis (shocking) statistic was recently released by the US CDC. How does this level of under-treatment compare to untreated diabetes or hypertension, 2 other prevalent chronic conditions in America? A study published in 2011 found that 2.4% of American diabetics…
The Boomers’ impact on dental care has just begun
by Kahaliah RichardsAndre Picard, the Globe’s healthcare columnist, recently wrote an article on the aging population’s impact on overall Canadian healthcare. But what about the impact of the aging Boomers on the dental care system? Many of you will already know —…
Tesla and what we know as a “cavity”
by Kahaliah RichardsHave you been following what Tesla (Elon Musk) is doing to electricity markets with its new Powerwall battery for your garage? This new technology promises to disrupt the source, distribution and use of electrical power and give the household new…
The Boomers’ impact on dental care has just begun
by Kahaliah RichardsAndre Picard, the Globe’s healthcare columnist, recently wrote an article on the aging population’s impact on overall Canadian healthcare. But what about the impact of the aging Boomers on the dental care system? Many of you will already know —…
New Report from National Center for Health Statistics Emphasizes Need for Improvement in Preventive Oral Health Care
by American Dental Hygienists' AssociationThe ADHA agrees that the outcomes found in a newly released NCHS report underscore the need to increase and improve preventive measures to reduce incidence of dental caries. A recently released National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) data brief details…
Your eyes and your gums
by Kahaliah RichardsA new study reports that gum disease is an independent risk factor for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) at mid life. The study showed those adults between 40 and 60 years of age suffering from periodontal disease, had double the risk…
Canadian Dental Hygienists Support Improved Health Services to Remote First Nations Communities
by Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA)The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is pleased to see that the 2015 Spring Reports of the Auditor General of Canada focus on the critical issue of access to health services and medical transportation for remote First Nations communities. This…
ADHA Supports New Community Water Fluoridation Recommendation Issued by U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services
by Oral HealthContinued use of community water fluoridation aligns directly with the American Dental Hygienists’ Association’s mission to help improve the public’s oral and overall health. Earlier today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released the final Public Health…
Canadian employers focus on chronic diseases (and that means cavities too)
by Kahaliah RichardsThe needs and wants of Canadian employers for healthcare benefits are surely changing. Now, it is all about managing chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, arthritis and obesity. The days of offering a simple drug plan so that employees could…
Where You Read – Dr. Daniel Lee
by Kahaliah RichardsAttached are 2 photos of our recent annual trip in January 2015 to Quesada, Guatemala. This is part of an official Canadian charity (12+ yrs going) called Health Outreach (founded by Dr. Tim Lee, Mississauga), where the volunteers (dentists and…
Your dental hygienist wants you to show off a bigger & healthier smile this April
by Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA)April is Oral Health Month in Canada, and an important part of the celebration is National Dental Hygienists Week™ (NDHW™), which takes place from April 5–11. Sponsored by the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA), a national organization representing more than…
Canadian Dental Hygienists Association Supports Federal Investment in Nunavut Health Services
by Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA)The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) applauds the federal government for its $32 million investment in services to address mental health issues, chronic disease, and children’s oral health in Nunavut. This funding aims to improve access to care and reduce…
Does expensive hygiene care work better (?)
by Kahaliah RichardsA recent NY Times article reported that, in an experiment, Parkinson’s patients said an expensive version of a drug worked better than the cheap version of that same drug. Does the same principle apply to hygiene services? Would patients rate…
“They just taught us how to treat teeth.”
by Kahaliah RichardsThis statement comes from a Canadian dentist who admits he feels uncomfortable communicating with his patients about their oral health prospects. He blames his dental school training for his singular focus on the teeth. And no doubt there is also…
Dental Hygienists Celebrate International Women’s Day
by Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA)On March 8, dental hygienists across Canada will join in the worldwide celebration of International Women’s Day. First established in 1911, this annual event commemorates women’s achievements while continuing the call for full gender equality in all facets of life.…
Will OHIP pay for hygiene services?
by Kahaliah RichardsRecently, I received a petition by nurses and hygienists which argued for OHIP payment for hygiene services. It seems the petition was started by nurses who were frustrated with the growing demands of ER patients experiencing dental problems. So, what…
Dental Hygienists Promote Early Detection of Oral Cancer
by Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA)As active supporters of World Cancer Day (February 4), Canada’s dental hygienists remind us that early detection is key to improving treatment outcomes for oral cancer. World Cancer Day unites the global population in the fight against cancer, which claims…
Canadian Dental Hygienists Set to Surpass $400,000 of Donated No-Cost Dental Hygiene Services
by Canadian Dental Hygienists AssociationIn celebration of Heart Month and Valentine’s Day, Registered dental hygienists across Canada are opening their doors and their hearts on Saturday, February 7, to provide no-cost preventive dental hygiene services, including oral cancer screenings, as part of a national…