Vancouver Island dentist surprises family in need with $35K in free care
By Kylie Stanton Videojournalist
“This is just an example of someone going above and beyond for another stranger in the community.” Continue reading
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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
Patients at Peterborough endodontic clinic advised to get tested for bloodborne infections
While the risk of infection is considered low, officials urge patients treated at the clinic prior to July 16 to meet with a healthcare provider to get tested. Continue reading
Canadians support publicly funded dental care for those without insurance, Ipsos poll finds
By Jeff Semple Senior Digital Broadcast Journalist
An opinion poll finds nearly nine out of 10 Canadians would support publicly funded dental care for patients without dental coverage. Continue reading
New dental agreement gives Sask. residents access to expanded insured dental services
A new agreement between the College of Dental Surgeons of Saskatchewan and the Ministry of Health expands insured dental services to more residents. Continue reading
Suspect being sought after vehicle reported stolen recovered in Hamilton
Police say a Kia Sportage was reported stolen from a home on Garth Street on Friday afternoon and, four days later, the owner located it sitting in a parking lot on Upper James, with an unknown man inside. Continue reading
Dartmouth man ‘feels punished’ because he was denied provincial dental benefits for working full-time
By Jeremy Keefe Digital Broadcast Journalist
A Dartmouth man is frustrated over missing out on much needed dental surgery after not qualifying for a social assistance program due to working full-time hours. Continue reading
Nova Scotia premier walks back decision ending coverage for kids dental cleaning
Nova Scotia Premier Stephen McNeil says the bulletin was issued after “someone” in the department made a policy decision without the authorization of his government. Continue reading
Patients of Orillia dental clinic urged to get tested after local health warning
Clients of the Joe Philip and Associates dental clinic in Orillia should be tested for Hep B, Hep C and HIV by their health care provider, local health officials say. Continue reading
Lindsay oral surgeon defends practice after patients warned to get tested for hepatitis, HIV
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
Lakeland Clinic owner says he’s not aware of studies linking disease transmission to dental instruments. Continue reading