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August 01, 2023
Dental hygienist visits are important

The dental hygienist is a licensed dental professional registered with the dental association or regulatory body within The Bahamas. The dental hygienist serves as the gatekeeper to the world of oral health. However, they look after more than just teeth and gums. The mouth offers a glimpse into the overall health of the body.

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June 29, 2021
Role of a dental hygienist is important

Nearly everyone who visits the dentist's office for a checkup should be familiar with the role of the registered dental hygienist (RDH). The dental hygienist is a gatekeeper for oral health. A hygienist performs the cleaning of your teeth, investigates the trouble spots that could become cavities and reviews your medical history and your dietary ...
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September 07, 2023
Florence Eleanor Pedican

BUTLERS' FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORIUM Funeral Service Funeral Service

for the late Florence Eleanor Pedican age 77 years, a resident of Colony Village, will be held on Friday, September 08, 2023, 11:00 a.m., at Christ Community Church, Bellot Road.

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Why gums bleed
News Article
May 09, 2023
Why gums bleed

Do your gums bleed when you floss or brush your teeth? The most common cause of bleeding gums is gum disease. Almost 70 percent of adults suffer from some form of gum disease. Bleeding gums may also be caused by something as simple as the wrong brushing technique.

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April 18, 2023
Dental implications of diabetes prevalence

Diabetes spares no organ - eyes, brain, feet, heart and mouth. The disease is due to either the pancreas not producing enough insulin or the cells of the body not responding properly to the insulin produced. If left untreated, diabetes can cause a number of complications. Some of these complications include a doubling of the ...
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April 18, 2023
Dental implications ofdiabetes prevalence

Diabetes spares no organ - eyes, brain, feet, heart and mouth. The disease is due to either the pancreas not producing enough insulin or the cells of the body not responding properly to the insulin produced. If left untreated, diabetes can cause a number of complications.

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July 20, 2021
Laser therapy can make your dental cleaning more effective

In The Bahamas, periodontal disease is an epidemic. Since gum diseases affect almost 80 percent of adults, it has become increasingly important to find more effective ways to reduce bacterial growth and infections in the mouth and gums.

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April 18, 2017
Importance of dental visits for the autistic person

Parents and caregivers of autistic individuals know that routine is important to the person on the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and that they should plan their days in a step-by-step fashion, so imagine the challenges faced when a caregiver has to take someone on the spectrum for a much needed appointment -- say to the dentist -- a visit that is not a part of their everyday routine, that disrup...

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January 25, 2017
Stuart inducted into SIU Hall of Fame

Bahamian Olympian and national record holder in the women's long jump Bianca "BB" Stuart will be inducted into the South Illinois University (SIU) Hall of Fame this weekend for her achievements as both a collegiate and professional athlete, and for her work in the field of dental hygiene.
The 2009 graduate holds the SIU and Missouri Valley Conference indoor and outdoor long jump records. Stuart, w...

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Say ahhh-tism
News Article
April 25, 2016
Say ahhh-tism

Routine dental visits are bothersome for the average person, so imagine how difficult a dental visit is for individuals on the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

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