Oral Health

• Alberta dentists raise concerns about new federal dental benefit

  Some Alberta dentists say they're concerned about the low uptake at their offices.

  Health

  Dec 23, 2022
  
• Don’t skip your check-up: Manitoba Dental Association assures appointments are safe amidst pandemic

  "There is virtually always a consequence anytime maintenance is postponed."

  Health

  Jan 10, 2021
  
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• New dental clinic open on Big River First Nation

  In partnership with the University of Saskatchewan's College of Dentistry, a new dental clinic opened in the Big River First Nation Health Centre this week.

  Health

  Sep 29, 2020
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• Why some people are afraid of the dentist

  Nearly 1 in 2 people say they have dental fear or anxiety, research shows.

  Lifestyle

  Aug 24, 2019
• Canadians support publicly funded dental care for those without insurance, Ipsos poll finds

  An opinion poll finds nearly nine out of 10 Canadians would support publicly funded dental care for patients without dental coverage.

  Canada

  May 14, 2019
• Removing the barriers: How to find and provide dental care for children with autism

  To mark World Autism Awareness Day, IWK Health Centre pediatric dentist and Dalhousie University instructor Dr. Tracy Doyle is offering some tips for parents and dentists.

  Health

  Apr 2, 2019
• Managing stress may improve oral health, says Nova Scotia Dental Association

  The report says that although stress can be naturally occurring, excessive stress can lead to unhealthy habits, including poor oral hygiene.

  Health

  Apr 1, 2019
• Is it really that bad to chew ice?

  You might want to rethink your ice-chewing habit.

  Health

  Oct 4, 2018
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• Decision to change N.S. children’s dental insurance based on 2015 report

  The change was overruled yesterday by Premier Stephen McNeil, who told reporters it was made by a bureaucrat and was not cleared by elected officials.

  Health

  Jul 27, 2018
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• Better Winnipeg: Dental Foundation fills gap for oral health needs

  Oral health is a huge part of wellness. It can affect how you feel physically and emotionally. But financial limitations often put dental care out of reach for many people. The Manitoba Dental Foundation is working to change that.

  Jan 18, 2018