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ODHA News September 29, 2023

FOCUS 2023 September issue opens to all dental hygienists

The September issue of FOCUS digital publication is now available to all dental hygienists as open access, and features: CEO's message about the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO)'s decision to rescind the Standard for Authorization to Self-Initiate Profession Specific Acts; discussion…

Toothbrushing and glycemic control in diabetes

Oral Health September 22, 2023

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Toothbrushing and glycemic control in diabetes

The relationship between type 2 diabetes and periodontal disease has been shown to be complex and bidirectional. Both type 2 diabetes and periodontitis involve inflammatory dysregulation and have been suggested to contribute to systemic inflammatory burden. Regular toothbrushing was associated with better oral…

Periodontitis treatment for glycemic control in people with diabetes

Oral Health September 14, 2023

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Periodontitis treatment for glycemic control in people with diabetes

Background Glycemic control is a key component in diabetes management. Periodontitis is the inflammation and destruction of the underlying supporting tissues of the teeth. Studies have shown evidence of a bidirectional relationship between glycemic control and periodontitis. Glycemic control can be measured by glycated hemoglobin…

Self-harm, dentofacial features, and bullying

Mental Health September 8, 2023

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Self-harm, dentofacial features, and bullying

Self-harm, defined as deliberately hurting oneself, is a growing public health concern. Self-harm includes cutting, biting, scratching, hitting, pulling out hair, burning, swallowing pills, and banging the head against a wall. It represents a maladaptive expression of distress related to stressful life…

Pneumonia incidence and oral health management by dental hygienists in long-term care facilities: A 1-year prospective multicentre cohort study

Oral Health Wellness August 31, 2023

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Dental hygiene care and pneumonia in LTC

Aspiration of oral bacteria with saliva or food is the predominant cause of pneumonia in older adults. A study investigated whether professional oral health management (OHM) by dental hygienists was associated with a lower incidence of pneumonia in older adults residing in…

What characterizes effective tooth brushing of daily users of powered versus manual toothbrushes?

Oral Health August 21, 2023

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Brushing behaviours with powered and manual toothbrushes

Toothbrushing is performed with a manual toothbrush (MT) or a power toothbrush (PT) to help maintain oral health and prevent plaque-induced diseases. Researchers analyzed videos of 100 university students using their own PT or MT to identify tooth brushing behaviours that predict…

Musculoskeletal disorders in dental hygiene

Wellness August 12, 2023

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Musculoskeletal disorders in dental hygiene

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are injuries or disorders of the muscles, nerves, tendons, joints, cartilage, and spinal discs. They are caused by sudden or sustained exposure to repetitive motion, force, vibration, and awkward positions. MSDs tend to be more common among various professions,…

Sensory-adapted dental rooms reduce stress for autistic children during teeth cleanings: USC research

New Research Oral Health August 2, 2023

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Sensory-adapted oral health clinics reduce stress for children with autism

Oral health, essential to overall health, is one of the most unmet health care needs for many children. Children with special health care needs, such as autism, are at particular risk of oral health disparities. With the dramatic increase in autism prevalence…

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ODHA News August 1, 2023

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ODHA membership online registration is now open!

Renew/Join By renewing/joining today, you automatically enter the running for fantastic membership draws that could bring exciting prizes. And that's not all! As a bonus, you'll also receive a FREE professional development online learning course, generously sponsored by Colgate-Palmolive, as our gift to you! Fabulous…

Open access to FOCUS July & March issues!

ODHA News July 18, 2023

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Open access to FOCUS July & March issues

We are excited to announce that during the 2023-2024 membership campaign, both the July and March issues of FOCUS, ODHA’s digital publication, are now available to all dental hygienists as open access! FOCUS plays a vital role as one of the key communication channels for all ODHA…

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