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Oral hygiene myths: Think brushing alone is enough? Here's why your mouth health is at risk
If you’re dealing with persistent bad breath and sore gums, these issues might be signaling underlying oral health problems. It’s time to clear up some common myths about oral hygiene and get to the truth. Read more
Canada’s first-ever national oral health survey
Preliminary results of the Canadian Oral Health Survey (COHS), released August 27, highlight disparities in insurance coverage and indicate dental visits have almost returned to pre-pandemic levels. Residents of Quebec were the least likely to have dental insurance, while Albertans were the most likely. Read more
The New Canadian Dental Plan
The recent development in the dental care program of the Canadian government seeks to improve the dental health service delivery to Canadians. The article gives readers insights on the Canadian dental plan as well as its general characteristics, advantages, and prospects for the population, primarily seniors in Quebec. Read more
The surprising connection between oral health and general wellness
Toronto dentist Dr. Amanda Morel understands the direct connection between good oral hygiene and overall health and wellness.
"Sometimes we're dealing with patients that have never been really taught how to brush their teeth, how to use floss or anything like that, so inevitably, the bacterial load in their mouth is going to be very high," she said. Read more
Dentist reveals the 3 times you should not brush your teeth
The viral TikTok video featuring Dr. Shaadi Manouchehri, a dentist from Smart Dental Aesthetics and the London School of Facial Esthetics, has sparked a discussion about when it's appropriate to skip brushing your teeth. Dr. Manouchehri advises against brushing immediately after vomiting, eating breakfast, or consuming sweets due to the high acidity levels in the mouth during these times. Read more
11 Dental Care Tips to Boost Brain Health
Growing evidence links poor oral health to a higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Keep your mouth healthy with these tips from June Sadowsky, DDS, professor at UTHealth School of Dentistry in Houston. Read more
Dentists, hygienists unsure how national dental care plan will work
By 2025, Canada's national plan will provide dental care to all low- and middle-income Canadians, a program dentists and public health-care experts have advocated decades for. Weeks ago, the federal government announced that seniors would be the next to qualify for the program, starting in May. Read more
6 Essential Dental Tips for the New Year 2024
By prioritizing routine dental visits in 2024, you’ll be taking a proactive approach to your oral health. Dentists in Twin Falls are committed to providing personalized care, making these appointments an opportunity to discuss any concerns or changes in your dental health. Read more
What you need to know before applying for the new Canadian Dental Care Plan
While the first iteration of this program was only offered to children, as officials worked behind the scenes to set up the full-fledged national dental care plan, this new insurance program will be accessible for up to nine million low-income uninsured Canadians of all ages once completely up and running in 2025, the government estimates. Read more
Federal dental insurance plan details unveiled
The federal government unveiled rollout details of its long-awaited Canadian Dental Care Plan on Monday, giving a leg up for low and middle-income residents without private insurance. The plan, known as the CDCP, was born out of the Liberals’ supply-and-confidence deal with the NDP in 2022, and it offers dental care benefits directly to Canadian residents who are uninsured with a household income under $90,000. Read more
