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Mission 2 Jamaica
by Michael Carabash, B.A., LL.B., J.D., M.B.A., C.D.P.M.On Saturday, September 3, 2016, a group of strangers from across Ontario gathered at the Toronto airport. Their mission: head down to Negril, Jamaica to provide free dental treatment and education to impoverished Jamaicans. This was the second annual trip…
Research Finds Regular Dental Check Ups Will Lessen Risk of Pneumonia
by Ed Cara, Medical DailyAmong the many health benefits of getting your teeth regularly checked? Less pneumonia, suggests new research to be presented at IDWeek 2016, a scientific conference on infectious diseases held annually. Researchers analyzed data taken from the 2013 version of the…
‘The Future of Oral Health’ Talks Impact of Oral Health and Dentistry
by Oral HealthThe impact of oral disease on whole-body health and the changes to the practice of dentistry worldwide are the subjects of The Future of Oral Heath, a new publication produced by Scientific American Custom Media, in collaboration with Colgate-Palmolive Company.…
Bacteria in Mouth Linked to Reasoning Behind Migraines
by Darryl Hol, CBC News HealthPeople who suffer from migraines have long complained that certain foods trigger the severe headaches. New research suggests the culprit might be the amount of bacteria in the mouth. Researchers found that the mouths of people who suffer from migraines harboured…
Better Oral Health Care Isn’t Benefiting Children in Kentucky
by Oral HealthAccess to oral health care has increased since 2001, yet more children face urgent dental needs, according to a new study co-released today by Delta Dental of Kentucky and Kentucky Youth Advocates. The report, Making Smiles Happen: 2016 Oral Health…
Toothpaste Identifies, Reduces Plaque and Reduces Inflammation in Body
by Medical XpressFor decades, research has suggested a link between oral health and inflammatory diseases affecting the entire body—in particular, heart attacks and strokes. The results released today from a randomized trial of a novel plaque identifying toothpaste, (Plaque HD), show statistically…
HPV Causing Rise in Mouth and Throat Cancers Across Canada
by Sonja Puzic, CTV NewsMouth and throat cancers caused by the human papilloma virus have been rising steadily over the past two decades, with a “dramatic” increase among Canadian men, according to a new report from the Canadian Cancer Society. The special report on…
CDA Cares Volunteer Dental Clinic Provides $1.8 Million in Donated Care
by Oral HealthThe California Dental Association Foundation’s volunteer dental event, CDA Cares, provided nearly $1.8 million in charitable dental services to 2,066 people Oct. 15-16 in Stockton. In addition to providing dental services at no charge to Californians who experience barriers to…
“Superfood”: A Connection with Periodontal Health?
by Wendy E. Ward, Professor & Canada Research Chair Faculty of Applied Health Sciences, Brock University“Superfood” – a term we are increasingly exposed to in our daily life. From food packaging, trendy beverage vendors and cafes, books promising a way to lose weight or live longer, or in the broader media, the term is everywhere.…
Marijuana Use Linked to Increased Gum Disease Risk
by Oral HealthResearchers have found that frequent recreational cannabis use—including marijuana, hashish, and hash oil—may be associated with elevated risk of periodontal disease (also known as gum disease). When compared to study participants who used cannabis less regularly, those who had used…
Ontario at Odds Over Fluoridation of Water in Municipalities
by Dalson Chen, Windsor StarThe provincial government may want to prevent municipalities from removing fluoride from their water supplies — but that doesn’t mean much for fluoride-free Windsor. Last week, the Ontario legislature passed a non-binding motion that would “remove the portions of the Ontario Municipal Act…
MedShare Sends Medical Supplies to Countries Hit by Hurricane Matthew
by Oral HealthMedShare, an international humanitarian aid organization, began disaster response preparation after Hurricane Matthew hit ground in Haiti last Tuesday. The organization has a long history with healthcare facilities in the region and has sent more than 120 shipments of medical…
Henry Schein Encourages Dental Volunteers for ‘Give Kids A Smile’ Program
by Oral HealthHenry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) is calling on dentists and other oral health professionals to be heroes in their communities by volunteering their time and talent to provide free oral care to children in need as part of the ADA Foundation’s…
California Dental Association Puts Sugar and Dentists in the Spotlight
by Oral HealthThe October issue of the Journal of the California Dental Association puts sugar in the spotlight and is designed to encourage dentists to consider their part in the latest movement to curb nutrition-related chronic disease. “Shining a spotlight on added-sugar…
American Dental Hygienists’ Association Celebrates National Dental Hygiene Month
by NewswiseThe American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) and the Wrigley Oral Health Care Program (WOHP) are proudly partnering for the seventh straight year to celebrate the work dental hygienists do and provide them with a wide range of oral health resources…
UPDATE: 22 Children Infected After Root Canal Procedures in Anaheim
by Courtney Perkes, The Orange County RegisterPediatric dental infections contracted at an Anaheim clinic increased to 22 on Tuesday, as Children’s Dental Group said most of the 500 children who underwent root canals there have been examined for signs of illness. The Orange County Health Care…
Tooth Decay Growth has Dentists in Moncton Urging for Return of Fluoride
by Suzanne Lapointe, CBC NewsDentists are urging Moncton to resume putting fluoride in its water after its five-year moratorium on the practice expires on Dec. 31. Suzanne Drapeau-McNally of the New Brunswick Dental Association says “a tremendous change” has occurred in the level of…
25 Years of “Colgate’s Bright Smiles” Brings Big Names and Big Goals
by Yahoo! FinanceFor 25 years, the Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures® (BSBF) global oral health program has reached children in underserved communities with free dental screenings, oral health education and toothpaste and toothbrushes. Colgate is marking this special milestone by kicking off ’25…
UPDATE: Dental Office Told to Shut Off Water Following 10 Kids Being Hospitalized
by Courtney Perkes, The Orange County RegisterOrange County’s Health Care Agency on Thursday ordered Children’s Dental Group in Anaheim to stop using water for procedures after 10 root canal patients were hospitalized with serious infections. The agency said its lab has confirmed that multiple samples taken…
Dental Care Not Available, Accessible or Affordable for Rural Residents
by Jack Craver, Benefits ProMillions of Americans endure pain and shame because they can’t afford dental care. The issue is particularly pronounced in rural areas, as emphasized by a recent report by National Public Radio. People in rural areas are not only more likely…