The IFDH Mission
The International Federation of Dental Hygienists is an international non-profit association uniting national organizations of Dental Hygienists, Dental Therapists, Oral Therapists and Oral Health Therapists.
By fostering leadership and collaboration, IFDH is the principal advocate for the oral hygiene profession globally and promotes excellence in oral health, education, research and practice.
About IFDH
The International Federation of Dental Hygienists was officially formed on June 28, 1986 in Oslo, Norway. The forerunner of the IFDH, The International Liaison Committee on Dental Hygiene, was established in 1973, by some European countries (including the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and the UK), the USA, Canada and Japan.
The IFDH is an international non-governmental organization, free from any political, racial, or religious ties. It is incorporated and registered in the United States as a 501(c6) non-profit organization. It unites dental hygiene associations from around the world in their common cause of promoting dental health.
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😄 Happy International Day of Families! 😄
A healthy smile is a family affair! Practicing good oral hygiene isn’t just about preventing cavities - it’s about building lifelong habits that support overall well-being. 🦷
From the youngest to the oldest, brushing twice a day, flossing, and regular dental visits help every family member in all the beautiful ways families are formed, stay healthy, confident, and smiling together.
Let’s make oral care a family tradition!
#ifdh #happysmiles #family
The need for effective interprofessional collaboration between nutrition and dentistry
There are bidirectional relationships between diet and nutrition, systemic health and oral health. Diet and nutrition are fundamental to the prevention and management of chronic diseases. Systemic health can impact oral health. And oral health can influence diet and nutrition.
Dental hygiene and dental schools should consider having nutrition-oral health related topics taught by nutrition professionals. The accreditation board would make nutrition a fundamental part of dental curricula with a set number of hours and topics to be covered. This would not only provide dental trainees evidence-based education and up-to-date recommendations, but it would also foster interdisciplinary education and care.
Frontiers | The need for effective interprofessional collaboration between nutrition and dentistry
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This article is part of the Research TopicIntegrating Oral Health into Public Health: Bridging Gaps to Reduce Health Disparities in the USView all 7 articles
A distributed coding logic for thermosensation and inflammatory pain
NIH study reveals how inflammation makes touch painful
Researchers uncover the cellular and molecular basis for sensing heat and inflammatory pain.
Researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have discovered clues as to how our bodies turn sensations such as heat and touch into signals sent to the brain — and how these signals can be altered by inflammation to drive pain. The research focuses on the nerve cells in the skin that help us detect the location, intensity, and emotional quality of touch, known as somatosensory neurons. By combining advanced imaging techniques with detailed molecular analysis, the researchers explored how heat and touch activate different types of receptor cells in mice.
Inflammation is well known to be linked to pain, but the understanding of what is happening on the cellular and molecular levels is less clear. In their experiments, researchers injected prostaglandin E2 into the skin, a molecule that causes inflammation and drives pain. With the inflammatory response set into motion, researchers found that certain neurons used for signaling pain (nociceptors) became active and sensitized to heat for a long duration, demonstrating the cellular processes at play.
A distributed coding logic for thermosensation and inflammatory pain - Nature
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Functional imaging and multiplexed in situ hybridization were combined to investigate how trigeminal neurons encode heat and mechanical stimuli, revealing distinct cellular mechanisms for continuing p...
Dasatinib and Quercetin Limit Gingival Senescence, Inflammation, and Bone Loss
Researchers at Penn Dental Medicine have developed a plant-based drug to help treat periodontal diseases, commonly known as gingivitis and periodontitis.
The anti-senescence therapy, or “senotherapy,” consists of an enzyme inhibitor called dasatinib and a natural flavonoid plant compound called quercetin, the university said in a statement on April 11.
“Our findings suggest that senotherapy offers a promising approach to preserving periodontal health,” said Dr. Esra Sahingur of Penn Dental Medicine. “Periodontitis is more than a bacterial infection—it’s driven by immune and metabolic dysfunction, cellular aging and inflammation. By targeting inflammation and senescent cells, we may disrupt the chronic disease cycle and unlock new preventive and therapeutic possibilities for oral and systemic health.”
journals.sagepub.com
Cellular senescence has emerged as one of the central hallmarks of aging and drivers of chronic comorbidities, including periodontal diseases. Senescence can al...
We’re proud to share a powerful new joint position statement from ADHA and IFDH, reinforcing the critical importance of qualified dental hygiene providers.
Together, we advocate for well-qualified, competent dental hygiene professionals who are essential to global oral health.
Read the full statement here:
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#DentalHygiene #OralHealth #ADHA #IFDH #upward
The Relationship Among Obesity, Diabetes, and Oral Health: a Narrative Review of Real-World Evidence REVIEW Open access
Published: 18 January 2025
A narrative review by researchers at Shiga University of Medical Science in Ōtsu has leveraged large-scale national data to assess the impact of diabetes and obesity on tooth retention, offering clearer insights into the cyclical relationship between the conditions in relation to tooth loss.
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Purpose of the Review The interplay among diabetes, obesity, and periodontal disease is well-established. In addition to diabetes and obesity, numerous factors contribute to the risk of tooth loss, in...
March 13, 2025
High Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Intake and Oral Cavity Cancer in Smoking and Nonsmoking Women
This cohort study of 124 OCC cases from 162 602 women who participated in the Nurses’ Health Study found an OCC risk 4.87 times higher in participants consuming 1 or more SSB daily compared with less than 1 SSB monthly, increasing the rate of OCC by 3 people per 100 000 population over time. Similarly, the risk of OCC in nonsmoking or light-smoking and nondrinking or light-drinking participants was 5.46 times higher in those consuming 1 or more SSB daily compared with less than 1 SSB monthly, raising the rate of OCC to 3 more people per 100 000 population.
Women consuming at least one sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) a day have an almost five times higher risk for oral cavity cancer (OCC) than those consuming less than one of these beverages a month. Risk increases to 5.46 times higher in nonsmoking/light-smoking and nondrinking/light-drinking women.
High Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Intake and Oral Cavity Cancer in Women
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This cohort study evaluates whether sugar-sweetened beverages are associated with risk of oral cavity cancer in smoking and nonsmoking women.
Burnout, Stress, and Wellbeing: The Rising Mental Health Crisis in UK Dentistry in Dental Care Professionals. A Quantitative Perspective
To determine if dental care professionals working in National Health Service (NHS) practices are more at risk of stress, wellbeing concerns and burnout than their private practice counterparts.
Principle findings
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There was no statistically significant difference between private and mixed practice dental professionals on the combined scales. Dental hygienists, dental therapists and dental nurses working in mixed NHS dentistry are not more susceptible to stress, wellbeing issues and anxiety than their private counterparts according to the data set. More research is required to look at the potential occupational cocncerns for dental personnel.
Practical implications
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With dentistry under the spotlight for lack of access, its important to consider the reasons for lack of interest in entering or staying within the field, thereby addressing the problem of filling NHS positions.
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Research Aim To determine if dental care professionals working in National Health Service (NHS) practices are more at risk of stress, wellbeing concerns and burnout than their private practice count.....
🦷🪥The IFDH invites dental hygienists, dental therapists, oral health therapists, and their organizations to initiate or share social responsibility projects focused on improving oral health for elderly populations. Your project could be the next IFDH Award-winning initiative, demonstrating the impact of collective efforts in promoting oral health equity and well-being for aging communities 🦷🪥.
Visit www.ifdh.org for more information
Deadline for project applications: 2 February 2026
#IFDH #upward #socialresponsibility
The Impact of Female Hormones on the Periodontium—A Narrative Review
This is NOT open access, but interesting nonetheless.
To provide an updated narrative review of current concepts relative to the impact of female hormones on the periodontium throughout the life stages of the female patient. To analyse the implications for the clinician and to amalgamate the main findings from a wide range of empirical studies and theoretical perspectives.
Key findings demonstrate that hormone fluctuations have a direct and indirect impact on the periodontium, altering the bacterial flora of plaque biofilm to a composition more conducive to the development of periodontal disease and modifying the tissue response to local factors, producing anatomic changes in the gingivae that compromise the periodontium and influencing the regulation of the inflammatory cascade. These factors increase the risk of periodontal disease and susceptibility to other oral conditions associated with female hormone fluctuations.
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/idh.12908
🌈 Every Mind is Unique. Every Smile Matters. 🪂
On World Autism Awareness Day, IFDH stands for understanding, inclusivity, and compassionate oral care.
Together with dental hygienists, dental therapists, oral health therapists, and oral health professionals worldwide, we’re creating safe, supportive spaces that promote both oral and overall health - improving quality of life, one smile at a time.
#WorldAutismAwarenessDay #IFDH #OralHealthForAll #InclusiveSmiles #CompassionateCare
SYSTEMATIC REVIEW article Front. Med. , 20 January 2025 Sec. Obstetrics and Gynecology. Volume 12 - 2025 | doi.org/10.3389/fmed.2025.1526406
The association between periodontal disease and adverse pregnancy outcomes: a bibliometric analysis from 2000 to 2023
This first bibliometric and visual analysis of periodontal disease and adverse pregnancy outcomes offers a concise overview of the field and suggests future research should focus on risk factors, high-risk populations, oral microbiota, mechanisms, interventions, and international collaboration.
www.frontiersin.org/journals/medicine/articles/10.3389/fmed.2025.1526406/full?fbclid=IwY2xjawIsFh...
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Background: Periodontal disease (PD) refers to a chronic inflammatory disorder affecting the supporting tissues of the teeth triggered by bacterial infection and is recognized to promote systemic infl...
The oral-gut microbiota axis: a link in cardiometabolic diseases
The oral-gut microbiota axis plays a crucial role in cardiometabolic health. This review explores the interactions between these microbiomes through enteric, hematogenous, and immune pathways, resulting in disruptions in microbial balance and metabolic processes. These disruptions contribute to systemic inflammation, metabolic disorders, and endothelial dysfunction, which are closely associated with cardiometabolic diseases. Understanding these interactions provides insights for innovative therapeutic strategies to prevent and manage cardiometabolic diseases.
www.nature.com/articles/s41522-025-00646-5?fbclid=IwY2xjawIGCG1leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHZMvqoA8z7QtAsiqB...
The oral-gut microbiota axis: a link in cardiometabolic diseases - npj Biofilms and Microbiomes
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The oral-gut microbiota axis plays a crucial role in cardiometabolic health. This review explores the interactions between these microbiomes through enteric, hematogenous, and immune pathways, resulti...
Influence of Implant Surfaces on Peri-Implant Diseases – A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to evaluate the current literature on the effect of implant surface characteristics on peri-implant marginal bone levels (MBL), soft tissue periodontal parameters, peri-implantitis, and implant failure rates.
Conclusion: Machined surface implants were favoured in terms of lesser peri-implant MBL, though the difference was not significant. The analysis also demonstrated limited favourable outcomes in terms of periodontal parameters for machined surfaces, with slightly significantly better outcomes in terms of probing pocket depths. However, rough surface implants tended to display a lower implant failure.
www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0020653924015533
From all of us at IFDH
✨️Happy International Women’s Day!✨️ Celebrating the women who care for our healthy smiles around the world! 💜 Keep leading, inspiring, and making a difference. #IWD #IFDH #WomenInOralHealth #upward
Poor Oral Hygiene: A Hidden Risk Factor for Helicobacter pylori Infection
Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) initially enters the human body through the mouth. The correlation between oral health and H. pylori infection status remains a topic of debate in the scientific literature. To elucidate the relationships between H. pylori infection and oral hygiene status and habits, we performed a cross-sectional study among dyspeptic patients.
Conclusion: The results of our research indicate a relationship between oral health and oral H. pylori infection, suggesting that poor oral hygiene may be associated with an increased risk of oral H. pylori colonization.
www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0020653925000012?dgcid=raven_sd_aip_email
Exploring the Link Between Maternal Oral Health
Literacy and Child Oral Health Behaviours
Caregiver’s oral health literacy (OHL) has a multidimensional impact
on child oral health outcomes. In infants and toddlers, oral health behaviours (OHB) play a crucial role in the development of early childhood caries and could be related to the care giver’s OHL. A simple OHL assessment may help identify children at risk of caries. This study aimed to investigate the association between maternal OHL and the child OBs during the first 2 years of life.
Clinical Relevance: ThREALD-30 may be a useful screening tool for assessing mothers with young children at risk of early childhood caries.
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The Complex World of Toothpaste Diversity, Meeting Patient Clinical Needs. An Umbrella Review
Amidst numerous recent advancements in toothpaste formulations and active ingredients, some clinicians may believe all toothpastes are similar despite differences in their active ingredients and corresponding clinical application.
Conclusions Toothpaste active ingredient efficacies are diverse. As such, oral healthcare providers should consider recommendation of toothpastes containing appropriate active ingredients by effectively targeting oral conditions/diseases according to each patient's needs.
The Complex World of Toothpaste Diversity, Meeting Patient Clinical Needs. An Umbrella Review
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Background Amidst numerous recent advancements in toothpaste formulations and active ingredients, some clinicians may believe all toothpastes are similar despite differences in their active ingredie.....
❤️ This Valentine’s Day, Share Love with a Healthy Smile ❤️
A smile is a reflexion of love – for yourself, for others, and for the profession we are passionate about.
As we already know, *THERE IS NO HEALTH WITHOUT ORAL HEALTH*.The International Federation of Dental Hygienists is committed to spreading this message worldwide because true care starts with a smile, and a healthy smile starts with prevention 🥰🪥🦷
Please 'Like' and 'Share" the care
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The Effects of Electronic Cigarettes on Oral Microbiome and Metabolome in 3D Tissue-Engineered Models
Recent studies have shown that electronic cigarettes (ECs) use disrupts the oral microbiome composition and diversity, impairing the metabolic pathways of the mucosal cells. However, to date, no reports have evaluated the role of EC exposure in the context of oral metabolome. Hence, the aim of this study was to investigate the role of EC aerosol exposure in the dysregulation of the oral microbiome and metabolome profile using in vitro 3D organotypic models of human oral mucosa.
This study underscores the significant impact of EC use on oral health, highlighting alterations in the oral microbiome, bacterial composition, and metabolite profiles via a clinically relevant in vitro 3D organotypic model of human oral mucosa.
🌟Become an IFDH Member Today!🌟 Are you a dental hygienist, oral health therapist or dental therapist looking to elevate your profession globally? Join the International Federation of Dental Hygienists (IFDH) as an individual member! membership@ifdh.org www.ifdh.org #IFDH #upward
Pregnancy and peri-partum
Stress and mental health symptoms in early pregnancy are associated with the oral microbiome
Research has revealed associations between microbes of the gastrointestinal tract and stress, anxiety and depression in pregnant or postpartum women. While these studies suggest a gut-brain-behaviour axis, no studies have examined microbes of the oral cavity in relation to maternal mental health.
Understanding oral microbiome–mental health relations may reveal future microbial targets to improve maternal psychological well-being.
Stress and mental health symptoms in early pregnancy are associated with the oral microbiome
mentalhealth.bmj.com
Background Research has revealed associations between microbes of the gastrointestinal tract and stress, anxiety and depression in pregnant or postpartum women. While these studies suggest a gut-brain...
🦷🎗 This World Cancer Day, We Stand for Early Detection & Prevention!
Dental hygienists, oral health therapists, and dental therapists do more than care for smiles - they help save lives!
🔍 Oral cancer can be silent, but we are trained to detect it early.
✔️ Spotting the first warning signs
✔️ Educating on prevention & risk factors
✔️ Supporting patients through treatment
💡 Your oral health is your strength. Early detection makes all the difference!
#IFDH #WorldCancerDay #OralHealthHeroes #upwards #OralCancerAwareness #HygienistsSaveLives
The 2023-2024 IFDH Social Responsibility Awards recognized outstanding initiatives that made a real difference in communities worldwide! 🌎💡 From innovative oral health education programs to groundbreaking outreach efforts, these projects exemplified the power of our profession beyond the clinic.
🔜 What’s next? The 2025-2026 program is just around the corner - a new theme, new opportunities, and new ways to make an impact 🎉! Are you ready to be part of the next wave of social responsibility champions? 💪
📢 Stay tuned and follow us to be the first to know! The next theme and application details are coming real soon! Maybe your project could be awarded too!
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#IFDH #SocialResponsibility #upwards #OralHealthForAll #2025IsComing #GlobalOralHealth #BeTheChange
Early Childhood Exposures to Fluorides and Cognitive Neurodevelopment: A Population-Based Longitudinal Study
It is important to maintain confidence in the risk and benefit balance of major caries-preventive programs using fluoride. The ongoing debate about potential effects of early-life exposures to fluoride on cognitive neurodevelopment requires high-quality scientific evidence. This study aimed to investigate the potential effects of fluoride exposure on cognitive neurodevelopment assessed with the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale 4th edition (WAIS-IV) in an Australian population-based sample.
Conclusion: This population-based follow-up study has provided consistent scientific evidence that early-life exposure to fluoride was not negatively associated with cognitive neurodevelopment. The findings, in combination with the current body of knowledge, provide assurance that the currently practiced WF programs are both effective and safe for young children.
journals.sagepub.com
It is important to maintain confidence in the risk and benefit balance of major caries-preventive programs using fluoride. The ongoing debate about potential ef...
🎉 Happy Lunar New Year Day from IFDH 🎊
As we welcome the Year of the Snake, a symbol of wisdom and adaptability, we wish everyone health, prosperity, and happiness. This festive season is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on our achievements and look forward to new beginnings - at IFDH we have much to celebrate and much to look forward to!
🌟 Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful Lunar New Year filled with happiness, health and radiant smiles! 🌟
#upward #IFDH
🌍📚 Happy International Education Day from IFDH! 🦷🪥✨
Today, we honor the transformative power of education and research in building healthier smiles, overall health and brighter futures worldwide.
At IFDH, we’re proud to support dental hygienists, dental therapists, and oral health therapists through education, research, impactful white papers, and meaningful programs. We strive to inspire change and make a lasting difference - one lesson, one study, and one smile at a time ❤️😃
🌟🎓 Lifelong learning enhances professional growth and strengthens the health and well-being of communities.
🌟🎓 Education and research are vital in driving progress and improving global oral health outcomes.
🌟🎓 Education helps reduce illiteracy and bridge gaps, creating more equitable opportunities and better overall health for all.
Discover more about IFDH’s educational and research initiatives, programs, and white papers at: www.ifdh.org
❗️Extension Deadline approaching❗️
This is your opportunity to showcase and be recognised for your idea/s 💡
Deadline for submissions: 30 January 2025
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#upward #IFDH
Beyond sugar-sweetened beverages: Tackling oral health risks of ultraprocessed foods. Tackling oral health risks of ultraprocessed foods.
Habib Benzian DDS, PhD, MScDPH, Sudeshni Naidoo BDS, PhD, MDPH, DSc, Shu Wen Ng PhD, FTOS
The global rise in the consumption of ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) increasingly is recognized as a critical public health issue, with far-reaching implications for population health and individual well-being, including oral health. UPFs, which are industrially produced foods high in sugars, unhealthy fats, salt, and synthetic additives that usually are not used in home cooking, are driving the global epidemics of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, some cancers, and caries.1 It is essential for oral health care professionals to understand the profound impact of UPFs on oral health and to advocate for measures that mitigate these harmful effects, particularly in the United States, where the prevalence of obesity and diet-related diseases has reached alarming levels due to the high consumption of UPFs.
www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0002817724006986?dgcid=author
🚨 Deadline Extended! 🚨
We’re excited to announce that the submission deadline for the Innovation Awards Program has been extended! 🎉
If you’ve been working on an innovative project or idea and haven’t had the chance to submit yet, now’s your chance! Take your time to perfect your submission and get it in before 30 January 2025!
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Resveratrol alters oral biofilm in vitro and in vivo
Objective
To evaluate the ability of resveratrol to reduce dental caries in vitro and in vivo.
Resveratrol at 50 and 200 µg/mL significantly reduced biofilm metabolic activity and mutans streptococci, respectively. Chlorhexidine was an effective treatment to significantly reduce all parameters, being an important antimicrobial and anticaries agent in vitro. Resveratrol alone or associated with NaF modulated several caries-associated bacteria in vivo.
Conclusion
The present study represents the first step regarding the use of resveratrol within the concept of acquired enamel pellicle and biofilm engineering to prevent dental caries.
www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0300571224006365
Welcome to the First IFDH e-Newsletter of 2025! ✨🌍
We’re excited to kick off the year with the first edition of our IFDH e-newsletter!
We share the latest news, insights, and innovations for 2025.
Visit www.ifdh.org to read more or click on the following link ifdh.org/enews/ifdh-enews-january-2025.html
#upward #ifdh
A personalized periodontitis risk based on nonimage electronic dental records by machine learning
This study aimed to develop a machine-learning (ML) model to predict the risk for Periodontal Disease (PD) based on nonimage electronic dental records (EDRs).
Based on consistent and complete EDR, ML has an excellent ability to assist with the early detection and prevention of PD cases. Further research is required to follow-up high-risk controls and improve the model's internal and external validation. Improved EDR documentation is an important first step.
Clinical significance: If such ML models become clinically applied, clinicians can be assisted with personalized risk predictions based on the individual. If the key riskcontributing factors for the individual are revealed/provided, ML can suggest targeted prevention interventions. These advancements can contribute to a reduced workload, sustainable EDRs, data-based dental care, and, ultimately, improved patient outcomes.
www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0300571224006390
Diabetic Retinopathy and Periodontitis: Implications from a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Diabetes mellitus, a chronic metabolic disorder affecting millions worldwide, is associated with microvascular complications, including diabetic retinopathy (DR) and periodontitis. Understanding their interrelationship is crucial for comprehensive patient care.
While most included studies suggest an association between severe periodontitis and increased DR risk, the overall certainty of evidence is low. These findings highlight the potential importance of periodontal health in diabetic patients. High-quality longitudinal studies with adequate control of confounders are required to determine if periodontitis contributes to the progression of DR or if the conditions are merely coincidentally related.
Diabetic Retinopathy and Periodontitis: Implications from a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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Diabetes mellitus, a chronic metabolic disorder affecting millions worldwide, is associated with microvascular complications, including diabetic retin…
As we begin a New Year, our thoughts are filled with hope and anticipation of many good things to come 🙏.
All of us at IFDH wish you a prosperous 2025. May this year be your best one yet! 🎊🎉
‼️Attention all innovators‼️.
The deadline for submitting your entries to the Innovation Award is fast approaching.
You have just a few days left to showcase your groundbreaking ideas.
Don't miss your chance to be recognized for your creativity and impact. Submit your entries by 30 December 2024 to be considered for this prestigious award.🌟.
ifdh.org/programs/innovation-awards/
#upward #IFDH
Discover the International Dental Journal Supplement providing the latest knowledge on infection prevention and control in dentistry
This supplement of five papers, developed as part of the third phase of the Health and Safety in the Dental Workplace project and authored by a knowledgeable team of 12 experts in the field delves deeper into key areas of infection control protocols in dentistry. In his editorial, IDJ editor-in-chief, Prof. Lakshman Samaranayake adds: “The compilation of these articles into a single supplement will offer our readers a modern and contemporary outlook on the “hot” issue on infection control in dentistry. Hopefully, the collection will furnish timely insights to inspire behavioural adjustments and promote sound operational practices in their everyday clinical protocols.”
www.sciencedirect.com/journal/international-dental-journal/vol/74/suppl/S2
During this special time of year, we realize how small our world is, how close our connections are, and how important our relationships can be. There is so much that unites us, and we celebrate that now and through the year. From everyone at the IFDH, may you have a joyful Christmas and very happy Holiday Season. Peace and blessings to all!
‼️Innovation Award Submissions‼️ We are getting very close to the deadline for innovation awards submissions - Do not miss out - Let’s showcase and award our profession 🦷🫶🏼 ifdh.org/programs/innovation-awards/ #ifdh #upward
An Evaluation of a New Ultrasonic Water Irrigator in the Management of Gingival Health: A Randomised Study
This randomised, single-blind, controlled study aimed to compare daily adjunctive use of an ultrasonic water irrigation device to dental floss in controlling plaque and gingival inflammation in patients with gingivitis.
Daily use of the ultrasonic water irrigator resulted in significantly greater reductions in gingival inflammation (gingival index and BOMP) than dental floss after 4 weeks, whereas plaque removal was similarly effective using the irrigator or floss.
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Introduction This randomised, single-blind, controlled study aimed to compare daily adjunctive use of an ultrasonic water irrigation device to dental floss in controlling plaque and gingival inflamm.....
🌟 Meet Our New Treasurer! 🌟
We are thrilled to introduce Miranda Steeples, the new treasurer of IFDH!
With her strong background in leadership and collaborative missions and dedication Miranda is committed to ensuring the continued growth and success of our organization in her newly appointed position.
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#IFDH #leadership #upward
📢 Last Chance! Great news! Deadline Extended for the IFDH Survey 🗓️⏳
We want to hear from YOU! Your insights and feedback are important to us. Please complete before December 16th 🌍🦷
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Aerosols Contamination in the Dental Practice Following Everyday Procedures: An Observational Study
The purpose of the present observational study was to evaluate the bacterial load in the air following various dental procedures.
Routine professional oral hygiene procedures do not increase air contamination. However, cavity excavation with LVE creates a significantly higher bacterial count in the air.
Aerosols Contamination in the Dental Practice Following Everyday Procedures: An Observational Study
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Objective The purpose of the present observational study was to evaluate the bacterial load in the air following various dental procedures. Methods Air contamination following seven aerosol-genera...
Introducing the New Secretary of IFDH! 🌟
We are excited to welcome Carmen Lanoway as the new Secretary of the International Federation of Dental Hygienists! With a deep passion for oral health education and patient care, Carmen is committed in sharing her professional experience and interest within the IFDH organisation. 🦷🫶🏼
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🌟Meet the Vice President of the IFDH 🌟
We are excited to introduce Sharon Friedman Yaniv who has recently stepped into the role of Vice President of IFDH.
With a passion for advancing oral health worldwide, Sharon brings a wealth of knowledge, leadership, and a commitment to the profession.
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⏰ IFDH Survey deadline fast approaching
📝 Please complete the survey today, and don't forget to pass it along to your colleagues:
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Evidence-based approaches and considerations for nonrestorative treatments within modern caries management
A high level of scientific evidence supports several nonrestorative strategies for the control of caries, with the goal of reducing progression of mineral loss and arresting existing lesions. The authors provide an overview of evidence for nonrestorative caries control and considerations in the decision making for selecting nonrestorative options.
Effective nonrestorative strategies should be used to manage active, noncavitated caries lesions in primary and permanent teeth, and can be considered for managing active cavitated lesions when restorative intervention is not feasible. These lesion-centered interventions should be part of the required overall management of the caries disease process and existing modifiable risk variables at the patient level. They must be monitored over time and reapplied periodically, as needed.
jada.ada.org/article/S0002-8177(24)00517-8/fulltext
🌍 Today is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities! 🧩
Today is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, a day to highlight the importance of understanding and addressing disability issues. It's a reminder that everyone deserves equal rights and access to opportunities.
Oral health is a vital part of overall well-being, yet many individuals with disabilities encounter specific challenges in accessing dental care. It's crucial that we advocate for inclusive and accessible oral health services that meet the diverse needs of all people.
On this important day, let’s recognize the essential roles that dental hygienists, dental therapists, and other oral health professionals play in supporting individuals with disabilities. By collaborating and raising awareness, we can help create a more inclusive environment where everyone can access the dental care necessary for a healthier life!
#ifdh #upward #StayConnected