The current state of the opioid crisis: Insights for dentists in Nova Scotia
By Kyla RomardNSDA Clinical Affairs Manager The opioid crisis continues to pose a significant public health challenge in Canada, with thousands of lives lost each year due to opioid overdoses. According to recent statistics, the number of opioid-related deaths has surged, with synthetic opioids, particularly fentanyl, contributing to a significant proportion of these fatalities. The […]
2024 graduate creates scholarship to help future students
Jared Lush (DDS’24) and Zohreh Erfanian (DDH’01). Photo by Bruce Bottomley Scholarships are a sought-after currency among students. Not only do they recognize achievements, but they also help cover the high costs of education. It’s not often that a graduating student decides to create a scholarship even before their first day at work, but that’s […]
Nova Scotia Smiles: Getting to know Dr. Paul McLaughlin of Yarmouth!
By Samantha AshenhurstNSDA Communications Manager 1. Why did you pursue dentistry? Originally, I was on my way to being a chemistry teacher — I love teaching people new things, and chemistry would let me do it with a bang! I was a dentophobic kid and hated lying down in the chair until I saw a […]
Welcome to the Profession 2024: Community, support, and collaboration
By Samantha AshenhurstNSDA Communications Manager Atlantic Canada’s next generation of dentists gathered at The Prince George Hotel in downtown Halifax on September 12 to celebrate the Nova Scotia Dentist Association’s annual Welcome to the Profession night. Sponsored by CDSPI, the much-anticipated event hosted dozens of first- to fourth-year Dalhousie Dentistry students for an evening of […]
Congratulations, Class of ’84!
This past August, the Dalhousie Dentistry Class of 1984 travelled to Crowbush in PEI to celebrate their 40th class reunion. Over the years, some things have changed, but they still enjoy each others company as they did 40 years ago. The Class of 1984 was the first to complete all four years at the “new” […]
An apple a day: The important role dentists play in counselling patients on nutrition
Many dentists may consider nutritional counselling to be an intrusive and awkward conversation to have with patients. Others may find it to be beyond the scope of practice, believing their knowledge to be limited on such an expansive topic. However, nutrition is an integral component in both oral and overall health, and dentists should be able to provide some basic nutritional education to their patients. Poor nutrition can lead to oral maladies, including caries, gingivitis, and mucosal pathologies. It may also lead to the progression of periodontitis and the reduction of tissue repair capacity needed to combat recurrent oral diseases or induce proper healing after surgical procedures.
Self-care Corner: Understanding the Yamas
In the pursuit of personal well-being, we often seek various techniques and practices that promise to enhance our physical health, mental clarity, and emotional balance. While yoga is commonly associated with physical postures (asanas), its philosophy extends far beyond the mat. Central to this philosophy are the Yamas, which serve as ethical guidelines for living […]
Reap the benefits: Life insurance versus mortgage insurance
A licensed insurance advisor can answer your questions and help you decide if life insurance is the right option for you to protect your mortgage and your family. These professionals can also help you explore alternatives to create a more comprehensive and robust protection plan.
Bridge to Health: Working together to support sustainable dental care
By Samantha AshenhurstNSDA Communications Manager What would you say is on your professional bucket list? For Halifax-based Registered Dental Assistant Sherry Whytewood, taking part in an organized outreach and treating patients in remote areas has been top-of-mind for more than two decades. “When I became a dental assistant, I knew I wanted to be very […]
Dalhousie grad profile: An adventure in periodontics
Photo by Bruce Bottomley Haider Hussain’s (MPerio’24) first experience of Canada was from the window of a quarantine hotel. It was May 2021, and he had arrived from the United Kingdom to take up his place on the master of periodontics program at Dalhousie University. He was undaunted. “I like an adventure,” he says. On […]