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Dalhousie grad profile: From refugee to patient advocate

Sep 6, 2024 • News

Photo by Bruce Bottomley Mariam El-Aghil (BSc’18, DDS’24) says there wasn’t a single defining moment that convinced her to become…

What’s new with the NIHB Program?

Sep 4, 2024 • News

Supplied by Indigenous Services Canada Claims submission period increased from 30 to 365 calendar days As of June 7, 2024,…

What’s new with the NIHB Program?

Jul 30, 2024 • News

Article supplied by Indigenous Services Canada Website and online services To better serve NIHB providers, Express Scripts Canada manages the…

Self-care Corner: Breathing techniques

Jul 23, 2024 • Self-care Corner

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

Jul 16, 2024 • News

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

Jul 9, 2024 • News

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

Jul 5, 2024 • News

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

Jul 2, 2024 • Your Dentists. Your Communities.

When Dr. Carrie Terry’s niece stopped into the clinic for her regular dental check-up, the six-year-old was keen to learn…

A whole new ball game in Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Dentistry

Jul 2, 2024 • News

At the beginning of 2023, Bryan Fader took the bold step of accepting a newly created position of student success strategist in Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Dentistry.

Self-care Corner: Beat the heat

Jul 2, 2024 • Self-care Corner

As I write this article, many parts of the globe are under extreme heat warnings. In addition to wreaking havoc…