Post-COVID-19 condition (PCC), also known as long COVID, is a phenomenon where individuals continue to experience COVID-19 symptoms for a minimum of four weeks after initial infection. The condition is estimated to impact 20-40% of people who have contracted COVID-19, with a…
This research was discussed with authors Dr. Leigha Rock, PhD, and Dr. Paul Allison, PhD in Episodes 64 and 69 of Conversations with Dr. Glogauer and Kim Ivan, respectively. Additional keynotes and resources are included with the audiocast episodes to layer learning. Listen to Episodes…
Periodontitis and dental caries are common chronic oral infectious diseases characterized by chronic inflammation, and their progressions are influenced by multiple factors. Periodontitis is associated with an increased risk for several chronic systemic diseases, such as diabetes, inflammatory bowel disease, cancer, and…
We are excited to announce the second issue of the new edition of the FOCUS digital publication has been released! The January issue of FOCUS magazine is available online for all ODHA members. Be sure to read the CEO’s message for 2022…
Oral cancer is cancer within the oral cavity, including the buccal mucosa, gingiva, anterior two-thirds of the tongue, floor of the mouth, hard palate, and retromolar trigone. Oral cancer remains the sixth most common cancer globally and is a major health concern…
Bruxism is a term that encompasses a range of presentations of rhythmic and repetitive muscular activity. For many, this is not a significant problem but for some, this behaviour leads to substantial impact and tissue damage that can be significant, compromising function…
As described in the first paper, bruxism is a term that encompasses a range of presentations of rhythmic and repetitive muscular activity, which is not a significant problem for many clients. But for some, the behaviour leads to significant issues and extensive…
Introduction: There will be three seperate posts on the Dental Hygiene Newswire website about the series of three research papers that review the etiology of bruxism, its impacts, and treatment strategies for persistent bruxers at risk of tissue damage. Part 1: background…
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) are among the most commonly reported injuries in the workforce, and there is a particularly high prevalence among dental hygienists. Research has shown the incidence of MSD may begin during students’ academic and clinical training.
This study aimed to determine…
Musculoskeletal diseases (MSDs) and pain are highly prevalent among dental professionals. Oral healthcare is a physically and mentally demanding profession as precise hand movements, awkward working postures, vibrating dental instruments, and repetitive motions are often utilized over long periods of time.
MSDs can…