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3 Tips for Treating Patients with Braces After Dental Hygienist Training
There are over four million people in North America who are currently in the care of an orthodontic specialist. As a dental hygienist, you’ll surely come across a lot of patients wearing braces and looking forward to a more beautiful smile and more confident outlook on life. Maintaining a good level of hygiene while wearing braces in very important, as braces make patients more susceptible to tooth decay and poor oral hygiene. As a dental
Radiation Safety in Dentistry: 3 Things Students in Dental Hygiene Courses Should Know
Dental hygienists often work with radiation, due to the nature of their position. They must take x-rays of the inside of a patienta��s mouth to detect dental problems not immediately visible during examination, like the presence of abscesses or tumors and the emergence of wisdom teeth. The specific dose of radiation patients receive is not significant enough to cause problems, but it is still important to follow specific rules when taking a patienta��s x-rays. Making
A Closer Look at 4 Oral Pain Meds for Students in a Dental Assistant Program
The process of controlling oral pain during dental operations is an important part of dentistry. In fact, throughout the history of dentistry, various methods have been used to help manage pain and discomfort for patients. The history of pain management in dentistry is a long one, with wine being used in India as far back as 1000 BC, nitrous oxide (or laughing gas) being used in 1779, and Novocaine in 1904. Of course, todaya��s dental
What to Look for in a Top Dental Assistant Program
Deciding to make the change to a new career can seem like a daunting task. For many students, it may be one of the biggest decisions they ever make and so choosing the right program takes careful consideration. Fortunately, there are a few indicators of a top dental assistant program that can help prospective students choose the best option for them. The quality of training facilities, the experience of instructors, and flexible class scheduling all
Foods that Stain Teeth: 3 Culprits Dental Hygienist School Students Should Know About
As patients age, their teeth will eventually grow more yellow over time. However, there are certain foods that are known to stain teeth more than others. Generally speaking, there are three compounds that begin to make the whiteness of teeth fade. There are a�?chromogens,a�� which are compounds with strong colour which clings to tooth enamel. There are tannins, which are compounds that are plant-based and make it easier for stains to grip teeth. And finally
3 Treatments For Broken Teeth That Dental Assistant Training Students Should Know
Dentists and dental assistants help to make smiles beautiful and healthy. Unfortunately, broken teeth happen quite often and it is the job of dentists and dental assistants to fix and repair them in order to protect against infection and other problems. There are many treatments for broken teeth, and technological developments are improving these repair methods all the time.A�Dental assistants help with the process of repairing broken teeth in various capacities, and know that different
3 Reasons Dental Hygienist School Grads Promote Tobacco-Free Living
In our health-conscious society, many people are becoming increasingly aware of the negative effects of smoking. As a result, the percentage of Canadaa��s population who are smokers has drastically declined in the last 50 years, from about 50% in the mid 1960s to 14.6% in 2015. But although many patients know that smoking increases rates of stroke, lung cancer, and many other bodily ailments, they might still be unaware that smoking can have a big
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Go Raptors Go! From students, faculty and staff at The Canadian Academy of Dental Health & Community Sciences
Potential Dental Assistant Careers: A Guide to Orthodontic Office Work
Graduates of dental assistant college programs will be happy to know that the career opportunities available for them in the blossoming Canadian dental industry are both exciting and in-demand. Dental assistant training courses prepare students for the dental industry by providing a thorough classroom education as well as hands-on training. This allows students to have a world of options once they receive their diploma. One bright career path for students is in orthodonticsa��a growing field
A Great Education and a Positive Attitude Pays Off: A True CADH Story
WeA�wanted to share with you a quick true story from a Level 4 placement for Dentistry from the Heart. Dentistry from the Heart is a charity in which a dental office can participate and for the day they offer basic cleanings, extractions, and fillings at no cost to the local community. CADH students were there as support for this one particular dental office, but they quickly took on a stronger role and exceeded expectations of
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