Enacting Change: Dentistry, Dental Hygiene Students Push Green Plans
A group of green-minded students is working to reduce the carbon footprint of the Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry in the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences. The … more
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Tips for Treating Autistic Clients
When treating an individual with autism, having an in-depth talk with the client or client’s caregiver prior to the appointment is crucial to having a … more
Let Love Rule: Flight 1246, Seat 18A
Crosscheck complete. Ready for departure from one of the most remarkable adventures I’ve had the privilege of embarking on. I’m faced with the incredibly challenging … more
20/20 Vision on Dental Hygiene
With the ball drop at midnight and the off-key vocals of “Auld Lang Syne” bidding farewell to 2019, we enter a time of both reflection … more
Collect What You Produce: Overcoming Objections
‘‘The # 1 secret to overcoming cost objections is to actively listen to your clients/patients and simply create value that exceeds their expectations.” — John … more
Amazing, Innovative, Dental Hygienists!
According to CDHA, the key responsibilities of dental hygienists are health promotion, education, clinical therapy, research, change agent, and administration. The following five hygienists are … more
Do You Know a Dental Hygiene Superhero?
Join forces with the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) to help us recognize, for the third year in a row, dental hygiene health care superheroes … more
USC’s Dental Hygiene Program Transforms to Serve a New Generation of Students
If you took a look at USC’s dental hygiene program in the fall, you might not have recognized it: It’s gone through a number of … more
Winter Tires, Dental Hygiene and Cat Hotels Now Included in Brussels’ Price Index
The federal economy minister is expected to approve a proposal to adapt the basket of products that are used to calculate the consumer price index … more
Moncton Break-Dancing Dentist Releases ‘Old Town Road’ Remake To Promote Oral Hygiene
When you first meet Moncton’s Dr. Luc Sipkema, he comes off as a pretty clinical and serious guy. “Everybody has got that professional side and … more
Oral Hygiene Presents: The Hygienist Handbook
As you are all very aware, dental hygienists are educated health professionals who specialize in the promotion of oral health and the prevention of oral … more
The Business Of Dental Hygiene
As a practicing dental hygienist, I focused on the delivery of patient-centred care, avoided the financial and operational aspects of a dental practice, and had … more
WHO Report Shows The Arts Can Help Treat And Prevent Illness
Didgeridoo lessons, singing toothbrushes, and calligraphy training can all benefit health, according to a new report. The World Health Organisation looked at the ways in … more
Dental Hygienists Offer Tooth-Friendly Tricks & Treats For Halloween
As witches and wizards prepare to haunt neighbourhoods across Canada on October 31, dental hygienists urge us all to be mindful of warding off cavities … more
Dental Hygienist Who Lost Licence For Treating Wife Allowed To Practice For Now
An Ontario dental hygienist who lost his licence for treating his wife’s teeth is allowed to practice pending his case going through the Court of … more
Dentsply Sirona World 2019 Las Vegas: At The Forefront Of Dental Hygiene
Dental hygienists play a critical role in patient care and are an integral part of the dental industry. At the Las Vegas meeting, Dentsply Sirona … more
American Dental Hygienists’ Association Teams Up With Walgreens And Johnson & Johnson For National Dental Hygiene Month
The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) announces its partnership with Walgreens and Johnson & Johnson for a National Dental Hygiene Month (NDHM) campaign. ADHA established … more
Dentsply Sirona Hosts 2019 Ultrasonic Scaling Teaching Institute Program To Support Dental Hygiene Educators
In its 11th year, the Ultrasonic Scaling Teaching Institute (USTI) “train the trainer” program continues to support and empower dental hygiene educators in the U.S. … more
Henry Schein Builds More Than 27,000 ‘Comfort Kits’ For People Fighting Cancer In The Second Annual ‘We Care Global Challenge’
Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq:HSIC) today announced that more than 2,100 Team Schein Members (TSMs) from around the world have joined together to build over 27,000 … more
Dental Surgeons Urge England’s Schools To Go Sugar-Free
Dental surgeons are calling for the government in England to encourage all schools to go sugar-free in a bid to combat tooth decay. They say … more