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Addictions January 26, 2024

Tobacco cessation interventions by oral health professionals

Key messages Advice and support from oral health professionals involving nicotine replacement therapy or e‐cigarettes are more likely to help clients stop smoking. Single or multiple sessions of advice and support may help clients stop smoking or using tobacco products. Background …

ODHA News January 22, 2024

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Celebrating audiocast 100th episode

In celebration of our audiocast’s milestone 100th episode, Episode 100, with its Keynotes and Resources, is open to ODHA members and non-members. Episode 100 – Antimicrobial Resistance Episode 100 of Conversations with Dr. Glogauer and Kim Ivan on antimicrobial resistance is now available. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) threatens the effective…

Electronic cigarettes for smoking cessation article

Addictions January 19, 2024

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Electronic cigarettes for smoking cessation

Key messages Nicotine e-cigarettes can help individuals stop smoking for at least six months. Evidence shows they work better than nicotine replacement therapy and probably better than e-cigarettes without nicotine. They may work better than no support or behavioural support…

Experiences of Canadians with long COVID

COVID-19 January 15, 2024

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Experiences of Canadians with long COVID

Since the World Health Organization (WHO) declared an emergency of international concern in January 2020, COVID-19 has required unprecedented public health action to protect population health. Initially, the impact of the pandemic was measured by deaths, hospitalizations, and intensive care unit admissions.…

Daily exercise may offset mortality risk from prolonged sitting

Wellness January 5, 2024

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Daily exercise may offset mortality risk from prolonged sitting

In developed nations, adults spend an average of 9-10 hours every day sitting, mostly during work hours. A highly sedentary lifestyle is associated with an increased risk of mortality. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends 150-300 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical…

Artificial intelligence in classification of periodontal diseases

Oral Health December 27, 2023

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Artificial intelligence in classification of periodontal diseases

The classification of periodontal disease plays a pivotal role in identifying the severity and extent of disease progression, facilitating an effective treatment plan and prognostic assessment. Traditionally, periodontal disease classification has relied heavily on the clinical or radiographic detection of alveolar bone…

Anxiety and depression, and the impact on dental health care workers

Mental Health December 20, 2023

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Anxiety and depression in oral health professionals

Daily stressors oral health professionals may experience include financial pressure, tight schedules, practice management issues, concern over reimbursement, uncooperative clients, and physical demands. These pressures are often accompanied by personal characteristics, such as perfectionism and prioritization of others’ needs. As a result,…

Artificial intelligence applications in implant dentistry: A systematic review

Oral Health December 12, 2023

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Artificial intelligence in implant dentistry

Artificial intelligence (AI) applications are growing in dental implant procedures. For example, various AI models have been developed to recognize implant types using periapical and panoramic radiographs. Similarly, AI applications have been developed to predict osteointegration success or implant prognosis using client risk…

ODHA News December 4, 2023

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FOCUS 2023 November issue is now available

The November issue of FOCUS digital publication is available online for all ODHA members. Non-members may read it by registering as a guest. This issue features: President's message; discussion on eating disorders in the Research Corner; the article Dental care for persons with intellectual…

Oral Health Wellness November 25, 2023

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Eating disorders through the periodontal lens

Eating disorders are mental health conditions that significantly impair physical health and psychosocial functioning. Eating disorders have severe consequences on mental well-being and physical health, including oral health. The three most frequent eating disorders are anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating…

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