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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…
The ODHA 2024 ProvinciaLINK September Update video, featuring important news and highlights about your provincial association, is now available.
In this edition, ODHA President Rozina Bhimji, RRDH, and Chief Executive Officer Marg Harrington, MHS, MHE, discuss a range of important topics, including:
Recent…
Adolescence is the period of rapid biological growth, changes, and social role transitions between childhood and adulthood. Accurate, comprehensive, and up-to-date medical, dental, and social histories are necessary for proper diagnosis and effective treatment planning. The age and stage of adolescence (early,…
Gingivitis occurs in half of the population by age four or five and almost 100% at puberty. Periodontal examinations and risk assessments are important elements of comprehensive and periodic oral examinations of pediatric clients. Differentiating between normal physiological changes during growth and…
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…
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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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…
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