ODHA News
ODHA ProvinciaLINK June Update
We’re pleased to share the latest ProvinciaLINK video update, featuring newly elected ODHA President Amy Currie and CEO Marg Harrington with key updates on leadership, advocacy, and member initiatives.
In this edition:
A warm introduction from President Amy Currie, along with a welcome…
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Oral Health
Ultra-processed foods and adverse health outcomes
Introduction
Ultra-processed foods, defined by the NOVA classification system, are industrially formulated ready-to-eat products, such as packaged snacks, soft drinks, instant noodles, and prepared meals. They are typically made from modified food substances and additives that improve taste, texture, appearance, and shelf life,…
Halitosis diagnosis and treatment
Introduction
Halitosis is characterized by unpleasant breath odour emanating from the oral or nasal cavity during exhalation. It can arise from intraoral or extraoral sources. Due to its multifactorial nature, effective treatment requires an accurate diagnosis of the underlying causes, followed by targeted…
Oral health equity for LGBTQ+ communities
Access to healthcare, including oral healthcare, is widely recognized as essential to overall well-being. However, gender and sexual minorities, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning (LGBTQ+) people, face structural stigma, discrimination, and persecution that can limit their access to and…
Childhood oral health associated with cardiovascular disease in adulthood
Key messages:
Poor oral health in childhood is associated with increased risk of adulthood ischemic heart disease, myocardial infarction, and ischemic stroke.
Persistent or worsening dental caries and gingivitis in childhood are associated with higher atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease risk in adulthood.…
Applications of artificial intelligence in oral healthcare
Introduction
Artificial intelligence (AI), which encompasses subfields such as machine learning and deep learning, is a branch of computer science and engineering devoted to developing machines that can perform tasks requiring human-like intelligence. These tasks include visual perception, decision-making, and natural language processing.…
Managing Parkinson’s disease in oral healthcare
Introduction
Parkinson’s disease is the second most prevalent neurodegenerative disorder in North America, following Alzheimer’s disease. Individuals with Parkinson’s disease often experience neuromuscular, cognitive, and postural impairments that make oral self‑care difficult.
Orofacial complications may include weakened facial musculature, tremors of the tongue, lips,…
Oral health and Parkinson’s disease
Introduction
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by bradykinesia (slowed movements), muscle rigidity, resting tremor, and postural instability. The global burden of Parkinson’s disease is escalating due to the rapidly aging population. Parkinson’s disease significantly impacts multiple body systems, including the…
Diseases
Managing Parkinson’s disease in oral healthcare
Introduction
Parkinson’s disease is the second most prevalent neurodegenerative disorder in North America, following Alzheimer’s disease.…
Oral health and Parkinson’s disease
Introduction
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by bradykinesia (slowed movements), muscle rigidity, resting…
