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SUMMARY:Mouth-watering Insights into Scleroderma\, Lupus\, and Sjogren Disease
DESCRIPTION:OBJECTIVES \n\nTo gain an understanding of the extent of the debilitation of dry mouth in lupus\, scleroderma\, and Sjögren Disease (SjD) with respect to quality of life (QoL)\nTo explore the Prosthodontic challenges in treating such patients with dry mouth\nTo recognize the treatment strategies available to manage the dental deterioration through traditional and non-traditional means\n\nSPEAKER\nLeslie P. Laing\nB.Sc.\, B.Ed.\, M.Sc.\, Ph.D. (Microbiology and Immunology)\, D.D.S.\, M.Sc. (Prosthodontics)\, FRCD(C)\, FAP \nDr. Leslie P. Laing is a prosthodontist\, immunologist\, and clinical researcher specializing in implant\, fixed\, and removable prosthodontics at the Faculty of Dentistry\, University of Toronto and in private practices. She is also a Prosthodontist and Dry Mouth Specialist at Toronto Public Health Dental and Oral Care Clinics\, where\, over the past five years\, she has delivered more than 640 dentures to low-income seniors. She was awarded the Queen’s Toronto Alumni Branch Tricolour Champion Award in 2020\, and the Queen’s University Alumni Association Global Citizenship Award (formerly known as the Humanitarian Award) in 2022. She serves as the president of the Sjögren’s Society of Canada\, where she advocates for individuals affected by Sjögren’s Disease\, an autoimmune disorder that predominantly affects women. \nCE CATEGORIES\nA2-Biochemistry/nutrition/diet counselling\nB2-Communication principles/behaviour management strategies\nC1-Head\, neck\, oral and dental anatomy\nC4-General & oral pathology\nD1-Health assessment/pharmacology-prescribed and non-prescribed\nD2-Periodontology-including assessment\, diagnosis\nD4-Care of special needs population\nE3-Research/epidemiology/statistics \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://bcdha.thedev.ca/event/mouth-watering-insights-into-scleroderma-lupus-and-sjogren-disease/
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SUMMARY:Spring 2025 Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The BCDHA is governed by a Board of Directors whose nine members are selected through a regional election process administered by BCDHA. Through consultation with members\, the Board determines the goals and direction for the Association. The BCDHA is a non-profit society and a constituent member of the Canadian Dental Hygienists’ Association (CDHA).
URL:https://bcdha.thedev.ca/event/spring-2025-board-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Governance
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SUMMARY:Deconstructing the AAP 2018 Classification Part 4
DESCRIPTION:Join us Part 4 of our informative webinar exploring the essentials of gingival health and disease with Penny Hatzimanolakis. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://bcdha.thedev.ca/event/deconstructing-the-aap-2018-classification-part-4/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:BCDHA 2025 Annual General Meeting
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URL:https://bcdha.thedev.ca/event/bcdha-2025-annual-general-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Governance
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SUMMARY:Fluoride Essentials: What Dental Hygienists Need to Know About Today's Products
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an enlightening webinar on “Fluoride Essentials: What Dental Hygienists Need to Know About Today’s Products.” This session will unravel the mysteries behind fluoride\, a cornerstone of dental health\, and provide dental hygienists with critical insights into the latest products and applications. Whether you’re grappling with choosing the right fluoride varnish or advising patients on fluoride-free alternatives\, this webinar is designed to empower you with knowledge and confidence. \nREGISTER HERE \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand the evidence behind different methods of in-office fluoride application.\nGrasp the fundamental science of fluoride varnish.\nIdentify what makes a varnish “gold standard” and compare new varnishes to older formulations.\nDetermine when to recommend regular toothpaste versus 5000ppm toothpaste.\nFormulate criteria for recommending a fluoride mouthrinse.\nDiscuss the importance of non-active ingredients in fluoride products.\nExplore fluoride-free alternatives for anti-fluoride patients and provide balanced recommendations.\n\nSpeaker\nMartha is a passionate dental hygienist that has also established herself as a distinguished educator and speaker in the field. Working as a dental hygienist since 2005\, her professional journey has been enriched by her experiences in general and community dental practices\, dental hygiene education\, and mobile dental hygiene in long-term care settings.\nCurrently\, she holds the position of Professional Education Leader at Oral Science. Martha’s approach focuses on analyzing the data to uncover the most relevant\, actionable insights for dental clinicians. Her vision is to bridge the gap between evidence-based practice and practical common sense\, aiming to provide solutions that are straightforward and actionable.\nMartha lives in Vancouver\, BC and enjoys staying active\, whether at the gym\, cycling scenic routes or skiing the local cross country trails. \nCE Categories\n\nA2-Biochemistry/nutrition/diet counselling\nB1-Psychology/sociology\nB2-Communication principles/behaviour management strategies\nC4-General & oral pathology\nC5-Dental materials\nD1-Health assessment/pharmacology-prescribed and non-prescribed\nD4-Care of special needs population\nD6-Primary prevention strategies-including oral self-care\nE1-Public health practice-including programming & client advocacy\nE2-Health promotion & wellness strategies\nE3-Research/epidemiology/statistics\n\nSponsored By:\n \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://bcdha.thedev.ca/event/fluoride-essentials-what-dental-hygienists-need-to-know-about-todays-products/
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SUMMARY:The Dental Team’s role in Dental Sleep Medicine
DESCRIPTION:A high-level overview to emphasize the core purpose behind DSM – improving health\, enhancing the quality of life\, and addressing critical sleep-related health issues. \nSPEAKER \nDr. Stephen Bray is a general dentist practicing Dental Sleep Medicine since 1999\, with an exclusive focus on this field since 2008. He possesses extensive training\, teaching\, and clinical experience across the US\, UK\, and Canada. Dr. Bray holds postgraduate qualifications in both Dental and Behavioral Sleep Medicine and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine as well as the American Board of Craniofacial Dental Sleep Medicine. \nA published author and experienced presenter\, Dr. Bray has delivered lectures for organizations such as the British Columbia Dental Hygienists’ Association (BCDHA) and provides specialized training in Behavioural and Dental Sleep Medicine. \nCE CATEGORIES \n\nB1-Psychology/sociology\nB2-Communication principles/behaviour management strategies\nC1-Head\, neck\, oral and dental anatomy\nD4-Care of special needs population\nE2-Health promotion & wellness strategies\nE3-Research/epidemiology/statistics\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://bcdha.thedev.ca/event/sleep-the-final-frontier/
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