Tech Neck Is Even More Pronounced In Dental Professionals – Preventing Poor Posture
Tech neck, a layman’s term for the onset of muscular pain and disorders stemming from modern smart device and computer usage, is a big problem for dental … more
Overall Health
Cavities: Can You Stomach It?
According to the World Health Organization’s March 25th, 2020, report on oral health, dental caries remains the number one dental issue globally to this day. … more
Researchers Develop World-First Weight Loss Device
University of Otago, New Zealand, and UK researchers have developed a world-first weight-loss device to help fight the global obesity epidemic. DentalSlim Diet Control is … more
6 Simple Exercises to Help Keep Dentists’ Hands Steady
The road to becoming a dentist is not an easy one. Aside from mastering the science and art of caring for patients’ dental and oral … more
Study Examines Connection Between Oral and General Health in Patients with Diabetes
Individuals with diabetes are at greater risk of developing oral health issues, like gum disease, yet care for these linked health issues are usually disconnected, … more
Name It to Tame It: Labelling Emotions to Reduce Stress & Anxiety
I was so mad, I couldn’t see straight. He was blinded by love. I have thought about where these phrases came from after enjoying a … more
How To Manage Dental Patients Dealing With Poor Mental Health
The last year has been chaotic for a myriad of reasons, and there can’t be many people around who haven’t suffered as a result. The … more
New Year, New You: Filling Your Resilience Toolbox for a Stronger Self
2020 brought tremendous change, hardship, and loss for a great many of us. We were catapulted out of our comfort zones as we had to … more
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Periodontal Disease: Is There a Link?
What is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)? When young women experience infrequent or irregular menstrual cycles, it is quite common for them to receive a diagnosis … more
The Mindful Dentist: How Incorporating This Simple Practice Can Help You Manage Stress, Improve Client Relationships and Feel Better Overall
Floss. Brush. Rinse. These simple instructions for healthy teeth seem easy enough. So why is it that only 4% of Canadians follow this dentist-recommended regimen? … more
Quebec Asking More Health Professionals to Administer Vaccines to Keep Up with Demand During Flu Season Social Sharing
Quebec’s Health Ministry is asking health professionals, including psychologists, social workers and dental hygienists, if they are willing to administer vaccines, as the current labour shortage … more
Caring for Your Back in Dentistry
Whether you’re a dentist, dental hygienist or assistant, you work in a fabulous profession! Dental professionals take care of people for a living, our industry … more
USask Researchers Awarded $715,000 to Tackle Mental Health and Addictions, MS, and Other Health Issues
“SHRF’s investment in our growing community of outstanding researchers is advancing health care in Saskatchewan and developing innovative solutions for global health challenges, including mental … more
Study Reveals Surprising Connection Between Asthma and Oral Health
What in the world could asthma have to do with gum disease? Apparently, a lot. A recent study published in the Journal of Periodontology reveals that people … more
New Study Demonstrates How Oral Bacteria Can Amplify Gut Inflammation
Building on the growing link between poor oral health and gastrointestinal disease, new research from the University of Michigan has homed in on the possible … more
A Selfcare Survival Guide for Busy Dental Professionals
Many of us only think of getting fit and healthy to look good for college reunions or to rebound after the failure of a relationship … more
How to Stay Fit During Self-Quarantine
The state of lockdown stops people from working out and exercising in their normal routine. People are spending most of the time at home and … more
Thousands of Attendees at Vancouver Dental Conference Told to Self-Isolate Immediately
Nearly 15,000 people who attended a dental conference in Vancouver in early March have been told to self-isolate immediately by B.C.’s provincial health officer who said … more
Are You Saving Lives or Saving Teeth?
These are exciting times in dentistry. We have technology available today which allows us to complete dental surgery with greater precision and more comfort for … more
Saskatoon Dentist and Researcher Pushing for Saliva Test to Detect COVID-19
A dentist and researcher is working at the University of Saskatchewan to develop a test to detect the corona virus, now known as COVID-19, in … more