Braces won't always bring happiness


Research undertaken at the University of Adelaide overturns the belief that turning your crooked teeth into a beautiful smile will automatically boost your self-confidence...The study, which is the first of its type undertaken in Australia and only the second in the world, examined if having braces lead to a greater level of happiness or psychosocial outcomes, later in life.



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Dr Sharonne Zaks Interviewed On ABC Radio


She realised that for those who've been through a sexual assault or trauma, the extreme powerlessness of being treated at the dentist can be highly triggering. Sharonne undertook study into the area, and began a new regime to treat survivors in her own practice.


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Smiles all round for kids' travelling dentist scheme


The Smile Squad plan means that all children in Victorian public schools will, if their parents consent, get a free check-up each year. If they need follow-up treatment, they'll get it in a dental van or a public dental service, again without charge. The state government promises to hire about 500 extra dentists and other oral health professionals to run the Smile Squad vans.


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ADIA Life Member Nigel Davis Awarded AM


The Australian Dental Industry Association (ADIA), the peak business organisation representing manufacturers and suppliers of innovative dental products, is pleased to congratulate ADIA Life Member, Nigel Davis AM, on the receipt of his Member of the Order of Australia received as part of the Queen’s Birthday honours.


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Researchers study ways to prevent lung disease in dentistry professionals


Inhaling dangerous particulates is a hazard of coal mining, mold remediation, sandblasting ... and dentistry... We will characterize not only the potential exposures that are present but what actions can be taken to mitigate them.


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