Articles tagged "prevention"
Building Osteoporosis Prevention into Dental Practice
This literature review found a relationship between osteoporosis and tooth loss for people who have an inadequate intake of calcium and vitamin D. Dental professionals can assist with national prevention strategies for osteoporosis care by discussing the importance of adequate lifelong dietary calcium and vitamin D consumption with their patients. Read more
Separating Fact from Fiction: Use of High-Level Evidence from Research Syntheses to Identify Diseases and Disorders Associated with Periodontal Disease
Evidence from research syntheses indicates that people with periodontitis have a significantly higher risk of certain other conditions, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus, respiratory disease and preterm low-birth-weight deliveries. The risk may be reversed by periodontal treatment. Read more
Cochrane Review Reveals Benefits of Flossing for Reducing Gingivitis
Flossing remains an effective adjunct to toothbrushing, according to the results of a recent systematic review. Read more
Xylitol for Preventing Ear Infections in Children
Xylitol might help guard against ear infections in healthy young children, according to initial evidence published in a Cochrane review conducted by University of Toronto researchers. Read more
Dentists Leaders in Health: Thinking Outside of the Mouth: Audiovisual Presentation
Are dentists placing too much emphasis on restoration rather than prevention? What is the primary role of a dentist—as a health professional or disease facilitator? Read more
Saskatchewan Funds Preventive Oral Health Care Services for Children
Saskatchewan has launched new programs that will increase access to preventive dental care services for preschool and school-age children at risk living in areas of the province with the highest need. Read more
CDA Applauds New Tobacco Labelling Requirements
CDA was pleased with Health Canada’s announcement in September that it will set strict deadlines for tobacco manufacturers and retailers to place new health warnings and information on all cigarette and little cigars packaging. Read more
Toward Safer Care: Reporting Systems, Checklists and Process Standardization
Sir Liam Donaldson, the former chief medical officer of England, discusses patient safety and outlines some successful methods developed by the World Health Organization and U.K. health agencies that can be used to address this public health issue. Read more
Metabolic Syndrome and Oral Markers of Cardiometabolic Risk
Numerous studies have associated common oral diseases with metabolic syndrome, diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular disease, suggesting that dentists could be involved in primary prevention and early assessment of cardiometabolic risk. Read more
Oral Health Included in New Guidelines for Physicians Treating Newly Arriving Immigrants and Refugees
The Canadian Collaboration for Immigrant and Refugee Health recently released clinical practice guidelines for primary care physicians regarding health conditions common to newly arriving immigrants and refugees to Canada. Read more
Caries Prevention for Patients with Dry Mouth
Patients with dry mouth can mitigate their risk for caries by using various dental products with Recaldent, high levels of fluoride or xylitol, or parasympathetic medications. Brushing teeth carefully and following a diet low in sugar and acid can also help these patients prevent caries. Read more
Position Statement on Early Childhood Caries in Indigenous Communities
In May, the Canadian Pediatric Society (CPS) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) issued a joint position statement on early childhood caries (ECC) in North American indigenous communities. Read more
Best Practices for Aging Adults in Private Dental Practice
An excerpt from “Optimal Health for Frail Older Adults: Best Practices Along the Continuum of Care” appears in the print edition of JCDA 2011, Issue 2, pages 105–8. Read more
McGill Creates Early Childhood Oral Care Resources for Parents
McGill University has developed an early childhood caries awareness program for parents and caregivers, designed to give these groups the knowledge and tools necessary to improve the oral health of children. Read more
Gummy Bear Vitamins
I am writing today about the problems I’ve witnessed with gummy bear vitamins. I recently saw one particular brand of these so-called “vitamins” that was promoting the inclusion of omega-3 among its ingredients. Read more
Dimensions of Dental Need and the Adequacy of Our Response: Forum Proceedings
This paper summarizes proceedings of a workshop funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research to develop a research agenda that would contribute to a reduction in oral health disparities of British Columbians. Read more
The Looming Geriatric Dental Care Crisis
This was the title of a piece1 I wrote for JCDA in 1998. In my first 10 years or so in practice, I had developed a concern for the elderly and in particular for folks living in long-term care (LTC) facilities. Read more
CDA Position Statements on Early Childhood Caries and Use of Fluorides in Caries Prevention
In April 2010, the CDA Board of Directors approved a new position statement on early childhood caries (ECC) and an updated statement on the use of fluorides in caries prevention. Read more
Cranberry Polyphenols: Potential Benefits for Dental Caries and Periodontal Disease
Polyphenolic compounds from cranberries have shown promise in treating dental caries and periodontal disease. This article summarizes the scientific evidence supporting the potential of cranberry polyphenols to prevent and/or treat diseases of the mouth. Read more
Improving Nutrition for Better Oral Health
Restricting dietary refined carbohydrates can effectively limit dental and systemic diseases, says Dr. Milan Somborac. The author believes the dental profession should increase its efforts to promote good nutrition for better oral and general health. Read more
Newfoundland and Labrador’s Children’s Dental Health Program Extended
The Newfoundland and Labrador Dental Association (NLDA) reached a tentative agreement with the provincial government to extend the Children’s Dental Health Program for an additional 4 years. Read more
Prevention: Dentistry’s Legacy for the Future
Reflecting on her 35-year career in dentistry, Dr. Marielle Pariseau of Kanata, Ontario, questions whether the profession has placed enough emphasis on prevention and education initiatives to help combat tooth decay and erosion in children. Read more
Why do some people get dizzy in the examination chair?
Dizziness isn’t the kind of thing that most dentists are worried about; however, they probably see it often in their practices. Read more
A Place for Oral Health in Diabetes Management
A clinical guideline by the International Diabetes Federation aimed at diabetes care providers encourages the integration of oral health care within diabetes management. Read more
Dalhousie University’s Communities of Practice: Part 1. Education and Service Models
Dalhousie University’s communities of practice provide a network of oral care services that extends beyond the school walls to the Nova Scotia community, its provincial neighbours and internationally. Read more
