Posts Tagged ‘Dental hygiene’
Queensland dentist issues warning over dental care ‘time bomb’
A dentist from Queensland has issued a warning over an impending time bomb, which is due to hit as a result of poor standards of oral healthcare for older people. Greg Moore, from Rockhampton, claims that elderly people are being let down, as a result of poor provision of dental care in care homes and […]
Dental hygiene student celebrates exam success weeks after undergoing brain tumour surgery
An ambitious trainee dental hygienist celebrated top marks in her exams just weeks after undergoing surgery to remove a brain tumour. Sarah Tomlinson has taken significant steps towards achieving her career dreams to become a dental hygienist after gaining excellent marks in her university exams. The feat was made all the more incredible by the […]
Dental Hygiene Tips for People Trying to Stop Smoking This October
This month, the Stoptober campaign is encouraging all smokers to give up smoking permanently. Statistics suggest that if you can give up for 28 days, you’ll have a much higher chance of quitting for good. Smoking is harmful for your oral health and it’s particularly to look after your teeth and gums if you smoke. […]
Ambulatory Healthcare Services To Host Dental Health Workshops In Abu Dhabi
Ambulatory Healthcare Services, part of the Abu Dhabi Health Services Company, has announced a series of workshops to educate parents about oral hygiene and healthy living for children. AHS will run a series of workshops to focus on health issues affecting children aged between 6 and 12 years old. The event will take place at […]
University of Alberta launches new dental programme
The University of Alberta has teamed up with two care facilities in Edmonton to launch a dental hygiene programme, which will cater for patients. Representatives from the University of Alberta met with members of staff from local care facilities to discuss dental care for patients and five care centres expressed an interest in joining forces […]
