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Emergency Preparedness: Essential Tips for Dental Hygienists
On any given day a client seen by the dental hygienist has the potential of experiencing a life-threatening medical emergency. All dental hygiene practitioners should be aware of potential risks that a client may present, take steps to prevent life-threatening events from occurring, and plan for problems in advance of their happening. Dental hygienists carry an ethical, moral, legal, and professional obligation owed to clients and are expected to know and understand the etiology, signs,
CADH Students of the New Curriculum!
A�In my last blog, I spoke to you about the students who were the first at CADH to go through the new curriculum. Lets bring you up to speed on their current progress! One of the two key elements that the students have been working on are service learning, or engagement in learning where they engage not only in the formal learning process but also an associated practical experiences within the community on which they
Reduce Stress with Nutrition: Healthy Eating Tips for Dental Students
There are times when school can feel like an endless array of tests, assignments andA� deadlines, whether you areA�studying dental hygiene, dental assisting or any type of training for that matter. A�Ita��s no wonder that students often feel stressed out!A� Stress can take a toll on a persona��s overall well-being and the effects can be felt both physically and emotionally. Ita��s essential to find ways to manage and cope with day-to-day stress inducers in order
Essential Sun Protection Tips: Safeguard Your Skin from Harmful UV Rays
Well, I did it! I survived my first 6 months back as Director of Admissions at the Canadian Academy of Dental Health and Community Sciences, a division of the Canadian Academy of Dental Hygiene Inc. and I love it!A� The dental hygiene and dental assisting students, administrative staff and faculty are fantastic! A�A�We had a wonderful bunch of new dental hygiene students join us on April 29th and I would personally like to welcome each
About the Mid-Year Grad Graduation Celebration at CADH
Graduation from any successful endeavor is an exciting and momentous time in a person’s life. It is a time of great celebration as each individual acknowledges the completion of the criteria that is necessary to call themselves graduates! In addition, this event is designed as a way for both the graduates, the faculty, and those people who are important to them, to recognize them for all their hard work and sacrifice along the way. It
CADH Students of the New Curriculum: Level 4-Consolidation!
The first class to go through the new curriculum at CADH is currently in their final session, the Consolidation session. During this new session, students are working on refining their skills so they can enter the workforce with much confidence. The following are highlights of the studentsa�� accomplishments in this level: a�? Provision of complete client care, including documentation requirements, within 2 hours. This is a significant accomplishment because in previous levels, these students provided
If You Have Dental Hygiene Training, Learn About Why Patients Need Mouthguards
Ita��s the time of the year when people begin to enjoy the outdoors, possibly being more active in outdoor sports such as soccer, field hockey, baseball. As always, whether partaking in spring/summer or fall/winter sports, protecting your teeth is paramount! Wearing a properly fitted mouth guard can prevent oral injuries. An article published in the magazine Oral Hygiene (May 2013) states that , a�?according to the American Association of Orthodontists, 33 percent of parents say
Celebrating Seniors!
When we look into the eyes of a senior citizen we see the history they endured over the years and see how far they have come, inspiring us each day to appreciate our heritage. From wars to families, life takes its toll on our bodies but it shouldna��t have to show through your smile. This is why CADH is celebrating Senior Appreciation Month by rewarding each senior citizen with 50% off oral care all month.
Help Others Live a Healthy and Fulfilling Life with Dental Hygienist Training
When it comes to our dental hygiene we often put the emphasis solely on the dentist. However, a successful dental practice is nothing without the auxiliaries who aid the dentist. One equally important job is that of an intra-oral dental assistant. Dental assisting is more than just passing instruments to the doctor. In fact, dental assistants are highly trained individuals who have a wide range of functions from obtaining patient information to preparing dental materials
Navigating the Sweet Temptations in a Health-Conscious World
Forming habits from a young age has been known to be an effective tool for many aspects of dental hygiene.A� Routines of daily tooth brushing in the morning and evening build this habit.A� Parents bring their children to a dental hygienist at a young age to get used to the idea of the need to see a health care provider on a regular basis to assist with oral health care maintenance.A� Linking daily habits to
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