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 […]
Dalhousie grad profile: From refugee to patient advocate
Photo by Bruce Bottomley Mariam El-Aghil (BSc’18, DDS’24) says there wasn’t a single defining moment that convinced her to become a dentist, but that growing up during the civil war in Yemen played a big part. Her experiences in her home country not only inspired her to become a health care professional, but also opened […]
What’s new with the NIHB Program?
Supplied by Indigenous Services Canada Claims submission period increased from 30 to 365 calendar days As of June 7, 2024, the claims submission period for dental providers has increased from 30 to 365 calendar days from the date of service. This period applies to claims submitted by dental providers in real-time through Electronic Data Interchange […]
What’s new with the NIHB Program?
Article supplied by Indigenous Services Canada Website and online services To better serve NIHB providers, Express Scripts Canada manages the Express Scripts Canada NIHB Provider and Client Website (nihb-ssna.express-scripts.ca/en) where providers have the option of creating a web account to access services. A single web account can be used for all offices registered with the […]
Self-care Corner: Breathing techniques
We are all aware of the vital importance of our breath, but practicing certain breathing techniques can do more than keep us alive: They can relax our bodies, calm our minds, and improve focus and concentration.
‘Pay up or else!’: The rise of ransomware
Ransomware is malicious software that is designed to block access to computer files, folders, or a whole system. It typically encrypts the victim’s data, rendering it inaccessible, and then displays a message demanding payment, often in cryptocurrency, in exchange for a decryption key that will release the data.
The implant maintenance appointment
Once an implant surface becomes exposed, professional maintenance should increase in frequency to ensure consistent professional disinfection and also to detect any changes that occur around the implant. Early intervention is required to prolong the life of these implants.
Communicating with patients: Addressing the risks of oral piercings
Rooted in ancient history, with cultural and religious significance, body piercings have become increasingly popular in Canada as a form of self-expression, individuality, spirituality, and adornment.
Bringing oral care lessons into the classroom
When Dr. Carrie Terry’s niece stopped into the clinic for her regular dental check-up, the six-year-old was keen to learn more about Aunt Carrie’s job. “We have ‘Family Dentist Days’ where my whole family comes to the office and I do their cleanings and check-ups,” Dr. Terry tells Nova Scotia Dentist. “Minnie wanted to be […]