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A Healthy Smile Is Good for Your Heart

WEBEat a healthy diet rich in vitamins A, C, and D. Exercise regularly. 2. Take steps to prevent gingivitis and periodontitis. While researchers have not found a direct connection between gum diseases and heart disease, studies show that people with poor oral health have higher rates of heart problems and stroke.

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Seniors’ Oral Health

WEBSeniors also develop more cavities on the roots of their teeth than younger adults. Perhaps most worrisome, bacteria from the mouth can travel and develop into serious infections affecting overall health. In addition, many people do not realize the importance of maintaining the health of their mouth after they lose all or even some of their

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Oral Health Care for Children Aged 7-12

WEBOral Health Care for Children Aged 7-12. At this age, children are more capable of taking care of their own teeth. But they still need guidance and, in some cases, supervision from parents and guardians. Help them develop strong oral hygiene habits with the following gentle reminders. Clean between the teeth every day using floss, soft picks or

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Toothbrushing Toolkit for Total Health

WEBToothbrushing Basics. Wet the brush if you choose. Place a pea-sized amount of toothpaste on your brush. Divide your mouth into 4 sections: top, bottom, left, and right. Brush all surfaces of your teeth: cheek side, tongue side, and biting surfaces. Brush for a total of 2 minutes, spending 30 seconds in each section of your mouth.

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Gingivitis: A Red Flag You Can’t Ignore

WEBGood oral hygiene practices are key to preventing or treating gingivitis. Brush two times a day, for two minutes each time, with a soft-bristled toothbrush. Make sure to brush along the gumline. Clean between your teeth with floss, an interdental brush or a water flosser every day. Use an antibacterial mouth rinse for 30 to 60 seconds daily.

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Dental Hygiene Facts

WEBDental Hygienists Form the sixth largest regulated health profession in Canada with more than 31,000 practitioners. Are primary oral health care professionals who recommend and provide preventive and therapeutic clinical care, education, and health promotion to help improve the oral health of Canadians. Collaborate with other health

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Xylitol: How Sweet It Is

WEBAfter eating, taking xylitol neutralizes the acid in your mouth to protect your tooth enamel. It also re-hardens weak areas, and it increases saliva production, which helps people with dry mouth. Xylitol chewing gum, mints, and lozenges are most effective. Xylitol is also found in some toothpastes and mouth rinses.

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WEBFluoride: Community Water Fluoridation. In 1945, fluoride was added to water supplying four communities in the US and Canada after a long period of study of the effects of naturally occurring fluoride. These studies noted a dramatic decline

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Oral Health Issue

WEBOral cancer leads to pain, tooth loss and premature death if not detected early on. Oral diseases—once considered localized infections—are now associated with other diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. 1. Oral disease and pain can have a significant negative impact on your ability to learn, work, socialize

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WEBCDHA is the collective national voice of more than 31,000 dental hygienists working in Canada, directly representing over 22,000 individual members, including students. Since 1963, CDHA has worked to advance the profession and promote the …

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Fluoride Treatments: Your Questions Answered

WEBYour dental hygienist will assess your oral health and let you know if you need a fluoride treatment. A fluoride treatment may be right for you if you have: Poor oral hygiene. Signs of demineralization (white spots) on your teeth. Dry mouth or decreased saliva. An eating disorder (e.g., anorexia, bulimia) Weak enamel. Previous history of cavities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

WEBDental hygienists provide individualized, systematic oral health care. They: Examine the mouth, oral tissues, head, and neck to identify strengths, needs, and concerns related to your oral health. Formulate a dental hygiene diagnosis. Work collaboratively with you to develop goals and plan the appropriate care to meet your oral health needs.

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Dental Hygiene Healthcare Superhero Competition

WEBSatwant Dhaliwal. Sonia Malik. Tania Makani. Teri Perkins. Vibeish Vickinadas. Yvonne Smith. Over the coming months we will share many more of the inspiring stories we received. Congratulations to all who were nominated and thanks to our nominators, our judges, and the competition sponsor, Sensodyne. Check out our past winners:

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Canadian Dental Care Plan

WEBThe Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) will help ease financial barriers to accessing oral health care for eligible Canadian residents who have an annual adjusted family net income of less than $90,000 and don't have access to dental insurance. Applications will open in phases starting with seniors. Find out when you can apply. For more

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Dental Hygiene Healthcare Superhero Competition

WEBJoin forces with CDHA in our 5th annual competition to honour dental hygiene health care superheroes in communities across Canada. We’re celebrating those dental hygienists who educate and empower their clients to embrace the “oral health for total health” motto. We want to recognize oral health care providers who are ambassadors of the

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