Dental Care
Northern Saskatchewan students receive free dental and health check-ups
Students in two northern Saskatchewan communities received free dental and health check-ups during Northern Health and Wellness Days. Continue reading
‘Heartbreaking and ridiculous,’ says Ontario dental hygienist who lost licence for treating wife
A dental hygienist in Ontario who lost his licence for treating his wife’s teeth is appealing to the public. Continue reading
Lower Sackville dental clinic provides free services to patients in need
The annual event is in its second year and was inspired by a similar initiative launched at a New Brunswick dental clinic. Continue reading
Why some people are afraid of the dentist
Nearly 1 in 2 people say they have dental fear or anxiety, research shows. Continue reading
B.C. health minister gives dental college 30 days to deliver transparency plan
The calls was made after a performance inquiry report that made 21 recommendations aimed at improving its governance. Continue reading
Removing the barriers: How to find and provide dental care for children with autism
By Rebecca Lau Reporter
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. Continue reading
Dalhousie teams up with Phoenix Youth to make dental hygiene more accessible
Each Tuesday, two dental students go to Phoenix Youth’s drop-in centre to do a cleaning. Already, dozens of young people have taken advantage of the program. Continue reading
Reality check: Can flossing actually help prevent Alzheimer’s disease?
New research suggests that gum disease may lead to dementia. Continue reading
Premier John Horgan opens door to including dental coverage within B.C.’s health care system
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
Premier John Horgan is not opposed to the idea of the province covering dental care as part of the provincial health care system. Continue reading
Student-run clinic in Saskatoon breaking barriers for those needing dental care
Four students nearing completion of their four-year dentistry program at the University of Saskatchewan are opening an emergency dental care clinic. Continue reading