The Federal Government has joined with The Greens to announce a $4 billion dental health reform package which builds on the half-billion dollars for dental announced in the last budget. At the centre of the six-year package, announced on Wednesday […]
August, 2012
Mother’s emotional health linked to teen oral health
On the day the Federal Government announced new funding targeted at improving the oral health of children, a new study from Case Western Reserve University’s School of Dental Medicine has shown s mother’s emotional health and education level during her […]
Dental Sleep Medicine Academy looking for members
The Australasian Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AustADSM) was launched at a Sydney seminar recently, and is keen find members from anyone connected with the provision of treatment to snoring or OSA patients, according to founder Dr Derek Mahony. “It […]
Tools of the trade: Logi bloc
by Dr Roslyn Dick, Rochedale Dental Group, Rochedale, QLD I’m fairly specific about which bite block I use, and I prefer the green and purple. Logi Blocs supplied by Amalgadent. They are c-shaped and positioned on the opposite side […]
Oral Health Alliance decries Sydney’s health divide
A lack of access to oral health services is contributing to poorer health of people living in Western Sydney compared to other Sydney siders, the NSW Oral Health alliance said this week. The unequal access to oral health services and […]
Scope of practice report released
The Dental Board of Australia (the National Board) has welcomed the release of a report by Health Workforce Australia (HWA) on its review of roles and scope of practice of dental therapists, dental hygienists and oral health therapists. A statement […]
Poor oral health can mean missed school, lower grades
Poor oral health, dental disease and tooth pain can put children at a serious disadvantage in school, according to a new Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC study. “The Impact of Oral Health on the Academic Performance of Disadvantaged Children,” […]
Tools of the trade: Mectron piezosurgery
by Dr Lincoln Harris, Harris Dental Boutique, Bargara, QLD I like this ultrasonic bone cutter because even though it cuts bone quickly and efficiently, there is no risk of cutting soft tissue. What’s good about it It’s a […]
