We're delighted to share the latest ProvinciaLINK update video, covering ODHA's key achievements and initiatives from October to December 2024.
Here's what you can expect in this edition:
Updates on ODHA's advocacy efforts, including the Oral Health Access Fund submission and key conversations with policymakers.…
Key messages:
Exposure to noise above 85 decibels for over eight hours a day may lead to noise-induced hearing loss.
Oral health professionals are at risk of developing noise-induced hearing loss from frequent exposure to equipment that produces significantly high decibels…
The November issue of FOCUS, our exclusive digital publication for ODHA members, is now live! This edition is filled with insightful articles and updates, including:
A message from the CEO reflecting on an eventful fall, including engagement with dental hygiene students, public awareness…
Key messages
Traumatic experiences can impact clients’ oral health and ability to receive oral care, emphasizing the importance for dental hygienists being knowledgeable and prepared to provide trauma-informed care.
Understanding trauma histories and offering trauma-informed care can support clients to achieve…
Key messages:
Most people have experienced a traumatic event that they feel is physically or emotionally harmful or life-threatening, with some developing life-long psychological and physical symptoms that can be triggered by oral healthcare experiences.
Clients experiencing psychological trauma symptoms can…
If you missed the October 31st membership deadline, don’t worry. You can still renew your ODHA membership today to ensure you have your 2025 malpractice insurance. ODHA offers the comprehensive malpractice insurance coverage, at no extra cost!
Join/renew today to obtain your insurance coverage before the December 1st CDHO renewal…
Key messages:
Despite advancements in orthodontic techniques and diagnostics, client compliance and consistent oral self-care are crucial in preventing demineralization around orthodontic brackets.
Oral health practitioners play a vital role in motivating clients to maintain oral hygiene and use remineralizing agents…
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Adults with cannabis dependence (i.e., cannabis use disorder) are 3.5 to 5 times more likely to develop head and neck cancer than those who do not use the substance.
Prevalence of head and neck cancer among those with cannabis…
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Nearly half of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed by addressing 14 risk factors.
Reducing the risk of dementia increases years of healthy life and reduces the time people who develop dementia spend in ill health.
It…
The September issue of FOCUS, our exclusive digital publication for ODHA members, is now live! This edition features the:
President's message;
discussion on pediatric oral health in Research corner;
spotlight on a new grad advisory panel member;
student to…