Posts Tagged ‘Canada’
Dental volunteers provide free treatment for kids in British Columbia
A group of dental volunteers has helped to bring smiles to children from underprivileged backgrounds in Surrey, British Columbia. City Dream Centre has launched a new dental initiative, which is aimed at providing children who don’t have access to regular dental services with the care they need. A group of volunteer dentists will be involved […]
High fees keeping patients away from the dentist in Canada
Patients in Canada are avoiding regular trips to the dentist as a result of high fees. A report compiled by the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences revealed that Canadians spend more than $12 million per year on dental care, but up to 6 million avoid routine dental trips as a result of cost. Many working […]
Ontario dental patients advised to undergo testing amid sterilisation fears
Dental patients registered at an office in Ontario have been contacted by the health board amid fears dental staff failed to employ suitable sterilisation techniques. Patients from Upper Middle Dental, Burlington, have been advised to undergo testing to rule out blood-borne diseases and infections, including HIV and hepatitis B and C. Authorities have confirmed that […]
Canadian dentists host dental hygiene session for Syrian refugees
Dental professionals in Canada have hosted a dental hygiene session for refugees from Syria. Sessions were put together and run by the Canadian Alliance for Syrian Aid, and they benefited more than 130 refugees, many of who didn’t even have a toothbrush or a tube of toothpaste when they arrived in the country. The event […]
Scientists issue warning over link between using e-cigs and gum disease
Scientists have issued a warning over the safety of using e-cigarettes. Researchers suggest that using e-cigs can increase the risk of gum disease, and even oral cancer. Experts from the University of California believe that vaping can damage the surface cells in the gums, increasing the risk of gum disease. Analysis revealed that nanoparticles released […]
Canadian Paediatricians Raise Concerns Over Access To Dental Care
Paediatricians in Canada have raised concerns over access to dental care. The Canadian Paediatric Society released a report today (Friday) calling for improvements in access to children’s dental services and stating that decay in early childhood can contribute to behavioural problems, delayed growth and development, problems at school and loss of sleep. Children with rotten […]
Canadian Dentists Working to Reduce Patient Anxiety
Dentists in Canada are working to reduce patient anxiety and encourage more people to attend regular dental appointments. Many people put off going to the dentist because they are afraid of having treatment or they have phobias of needles or the dreaded dental drills, but this increases the risk of oral diseases and the longer […]
Poor Brushing Technique Leads to Tooth Sensitivity
Most of us are aware that it is important to brush our teeth twice a day, but a good brushing technique is equally important and brushing too hard can actually cause long-term problems. Improper brushing can cause the gums to recede, which increases the risk of tooth sensitivity, an extremely common problem. Winnipeg dental hygienist, […]
Vancouver Dentists to Offer Free Oral Cancer Screening Today
A number of dentists in Vancouver will waive the fee for oral screening tests today. Around 80 dentists in Lower Mainland will offer free screening using a new device, which is designed to detect cancer and abnormalities in the mouth. Usually the screening tests cost $33 but they will be available for free for one […]
Canadian Media go Crazy for Dentist’s Unique Collection
It is not often that a dentist is mentioned on primetime television shows or the covers of magazines, however, Dr Michael Zuk and his unique collection of dental memorabilia, have captured the attention of Canada’s media after purchasing one of Elvis Presley’s crowns for $10,000. This is not the first time Zuk has hit the […]
