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Oral Health September 5, 2024

Orofacial myofunctional therapy in tongue thrust habit

Background Tongue thrust is a swallowing pattern in which an individual pushes their tongue against or between their teeth. Tongue thrust is the persistence of an infantile swallow pattern into late childhood, which may lead to breathing and speech difficulties, open bite, and protruded…

Oral Health August 19, 2024

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AI in orthodontics

The introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) in oral healthcare has transformed various specialties, including orthodontics. AI has demonstrated impressive results in improving the precision of diagnoses, treatment planning, and predicting treatment outcomes. The global adoption of AI in orthodontic practices has increased…

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Bullying can affect oral health

Key messages: Young people exposed to adverse childhood experiences, such as bullying and abuse, are at greater risk of poor oral health. Oral health professionals should inquire about negative experiences to understand the underlying causes of poor oral health. Creating…

ODHA News August 1, 2024

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The ODHA membership online is now open

Renew Your Membership and Reap Incredible Rewards! By renewing your ODHA membership today, you automatically enter the running for a chance in fantastic membership draws which bring exciting prizes including loupes gift certificates from Orascoptic, ION water flossers from Waterpik, Sonicare ExpertClean toothbrushes from Philips, free ODHA memberships donated by Paradise…

ODHA News August 1, 2024

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Explore the ODHA 2023-2024 Member Value Report

Explore the ODHA 2023-2024 Member Value Report today! We are excited to announce the ODHA 2023-2024 Member Value Report is now available! This comprehensive report highlights the significant value ODHA has consistently delivered to our members in key areas such as advocacy, communications…

ODHA News July 23, 2024

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The ODHA membership campaign has started with the early bird draws

Join or renew with ODHA during early bird week to be part of fabulous draws with amazing prizes! 🎁 Increase your chances of winning by acting EARLY. Call on July 23, and you will have the most chances in every draw for…

ODHA News July 20, 2024

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FOCUS July issue filled with insightful information

The July issue of FOCUS digital publication, our exclusive digital publication for ODHA members, is now live! This edition, open for all dental hygienists, is filled with lots of insightful content, including: An informative message from CEO Marg Harrington covering the Canadian…

Nicotine pouches: a review for the dental team

Oral Health July 15, 2024

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Nicotine pouches: A review for the oral health team

Key messages: Nicotine pouches, a tobacco-free product, are becoming increasingly popular globally. Nicotine pouches are likely to be a 'lower-risk product' as compared to tobacco smoking due to their lack of combustion. Nicotine pouches may be an option in tobacco…

Patient shielding during dentomaxillofacial radiography: Recommendations from the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology

Oral Health July 7, 2024

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Client shielding for dental radiography: Recommendations from AAOMR

Introduction Radiographs are used to assess symptoms or screen for occult disease in asymptomatic clients. Imaging in oral health practices includes intraoral, panoramic, cephalometric, and cone-beam computed tomographic (CBCT) imaging. When prescribing radiographs, it is essential to consider the advantages and limitations of the…

ODHA ProvinciaLINK June 2024 Update is available

ODHA News July 2, 2024

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ODHA ProvinciaLINK June 2024 Update is available now

The ODHA 2024 ProvinciaLINK June Update video, featuring important news and highlights about your provincial association is available now. In this edition, the ODHA President Rozina Bhimji, RRDH, and the Chief Executive Officer Marg Harrington, MHS, MHE, cover a range of topics: New board members…

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