Brain fog, weight gain, mood swings, lower libido, painful intercourse, night sweats, hot flashes and insomnia — these are among the symptoms that affect about 85 per cent of women during menopause, varying in intensity and combination. For some, these struggles create a bond and a willingness to talk about what has long been taboo. … Read more
Heavy alcohol consumption has sharply increased the global burden of lip and oral cavity cancers over the past three decades, with the steepest rise seen in Southeast Asia and in lower-middle SDI regions, according to a new analysis based on Global Burden of Disease 2021 data provisionally accepted for publication in Frontiers on Sept. 15. … Read more
The American Dental Association (ADA) announced its support Monday for new U.S. federal legislation requiring evidence-based research to guide oral health policy. “Recently, there has been a growing distrust of credible, time-tested, evidence-based science about the safety and need for water fluoridation programs,” said Dr. Brett Kessler, president of the ADA. The ADA also praised … Read more
After more than a year without a dentist, Inuvik is now on track to welcome a resident dentist by late fall. During a recent council meeting, Mayor Peter Clarkson said one potential dentist is soon expected to visit the Northwest Territories community to explore housing options. Inuvik’s only dental clinic, the Western Arctic Dental Group, has been closed since May … Read more
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said Thursday that banning fluoride in drinking water will likely result in more cavities. “It’s a balance,” Kennedy told Fox News. “You’re going to see probably slightly more cavities. Although in Europe, where they ban fluoride, they did not see an uptick in cavities. The issue … Read more
Dental care is the costliest and most frequently delayed type of health care in Canada—even among those with insurance—according to new findings released Tuesday. The data comes from the 2025 Insurance Access and Affordability Study by PolicyMe, a Toronto-based insurance technology company, in partnership with the Angus Reid Forum. The online survey polled 1,502 Canadians … Read more
More than two million Canadians have received dental care through the Canadian Dental Care Plan, and that number is expected to grow as the federal program opens Thursday to people aged 35 to 54. Described by the federal government as one of the country’s largest social programs, the CDCP is expected to make dental care … Read more
U.S. breakfast cereals — many of which are also marketed to children — have become less healthy, with increases in sugar, fat and sodium, and declines in protein and fibre, according to a new study published May 21 in JAMA Network Open. The study, conducted by the agricultural economics departments at the University of Kentucky and … Read more
SALT LAKE CITY — With Utah’s first-in-the-nation ban on fluoride in public drinking water set to take effect Wednesday, dentists who treat children and low-income patients say they’re bracing for an increase in tooth decay among the state’s most vulnerable people. Republican Gov. Spencer Cox signed the law against the recommendation of many dentists and national health experts who warn removing fluoride … Read more
U.S. media have reported that world-famous rapper Kanye West has sent a legal notice to his dentist, accusing him of malpractice that allegedly led to West’s addiction to nitrous oxide. With West’s wife, Bianca Censori, acting as a witness, the letter — signed by lawyer Andrew Cherkasky — claims that Dr. Thomas Connelly, dubbed the … Read more
“Starting today, Canadians aged 55 to 64 can apply.” Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Thursday that applications are now open for this age group under the federal Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP). “Because of this plan, millions of people can now afford to see a dentist — some for the first time in decades. Soon, … Read more
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.— Florida is poised to become the second state to ban fluoride in public drinking water, over the concerns of dentists and public health advocates who say the mineral is a safe, effective way to protect people of all ages from developing cavities. Florida lawmakers gave final approval to the bill Tuesday after Utah … Read more
Key takeaways: A public meeting planned for Tuesday evening at Regina City Hall to discuss the city’s upcoming fluoride implementation was cancelled due to safety concerns, according to the councillor who organized the event. “It was frightening. I had emails calling me a flat Earther. I had emails calling me a Nazi, and I’m like, … Read more
In his latest push to “Make America Healthy Again,” U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. declared Tuesday that “sugar is poison.” Kennedy’s remarks came during a highly publicized conference at the Department of Health and Human Services, delivered from a stage filled with so-called MAHA moms and their children, The New York Times reported … Read more
While the effects of climate change on general health are well documented, its specific impacts on oral health have been largely overlooked—until now. A scoping review published in BDJ Open in late March found that climate change is expected to have significant consequences for dental health and access to care. The review analyzed 10 peer-reviewed … Read more
Canadian ultrarunner and dentist Dr. Arden Young recently shared oral health advice tailored for endurance athletes, sparking enthusiastic reactions online. Her Instagram post was partly a response to questions about the addition of bicarbonate in sports drinks made by the company Maurten. Ultrarunners—athletes who cover distances starting at 50 kilometres and extending to as far … Read more
Ontario-funded dental programs have helped more than 1,800 residents in Grey-Bruce access free dental care, local media reported Monday. Grey-Bruce, a region located roughly three hours northwest of Toronto, benefits from provincial programs such as Healthy Smiles Ontario and the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program, which cover routine and restorative services for children, youth and … Read more
The president of the American Dental Association (ADA) expressed alarm Tuesday after scores of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) employees received layoff notices Monday night and Tuesday morning. “I am disappointed with the Department of Government Efficiency’s targeting of oral health workforce reductions,” said Brett Kessler, D.D.S., ADA president. The U.S. administration … Read more
Canada’s Health Minister Kamal Khera announced Saturday that the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) will begin accepting applications from its “largest cohort” of eligible dental patients aged 18 to 64 in May. The program, which launched for seniors in December 2023, has expanded in phases to cover children and people with disabilities. Its final rollout … Read more
For its latest March issue, Benjamin W. Chaffee, associate editor of the Journal of the California Dental Association and professor, wrote in appreciation of NBA star Stephen Curry’s use of mouthguards to protect his teeth during games. Citing sports history, Chaffee noted that sports have been “resistant to change” when it comes to prioritizing player … Read more