U.S. failing to meet minimal dental access standards for older adults

... from the DentaQuest Foundation and support from the American Dental Hygienists' Association and the Special Care Dentistry Association, toothwisdom.org offers dependable oral care information from oral health experts across the country, so older ...

http://www.leader-call.net/14539/1799/onlinefeature/161072/us-failing-to-meet-minimal-dental-access-standards-for-older-adults

Free clinics offer relief for needy

Free health and dental clinics sponsored by area churches have touched the lives of a lot of people during its first year, but the recent case of a 4-year-old girl who was treated for an abscessed tooth that had to be removed made a lot of volunteers realize the importance of the program.

http://www.hometownlife.com/article/20131231/NEWS19/312310001/1036/NEWS19

Survey: Americans more likely to seek second opinion for home repair than oral care

Millions of Americans wouldn't hesitate to get a second opinion if their vehicle needed repair, yet a stunning percentage fail to seek a second opinion for important health decisions, a new survey reveals.

http://www.leader-call.net/14523/1799/onlinefeature/160084/survey-americans-more-likely-to-seek-second-opinion-for-home-repair-than-oral-care

Medical problems force career police officer to resign

You wouldn't think a trip to the dentist could nearly get you killed. But for one career law enforcement officer that's nearly what happened.

http://www.kake.com/home/headlines/Medical-problems-force-career-police-officer-to-resign-238378831.html

Dentists' numbers up by one third

The number of dentists in Scotland has increased by almost a third in the past seven years, according to latest figures.

http://www.thisisguernsey.com/news/uk-news/2014/01/02/dentists-numbers-up-by-one-third/

Nonprofit organizations see plenty of 2014 goals

Local nonprofits seemed to take a collective breath near the end of 2013 as they looked to the beginning of 2014.

http://www.clevelandbanner.com/view/full_story/24317415/article-Nonprofit-organizations--see-plenty-of-2014-goals?instance=latest_articles

How Dentists Can Market Their Services Through Happy Customers with...

The WebSmith Group announces a new program called "Dentist Marketing and Reputation Management" to show how dentists can employ customer feedback in their marketing strategies.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/dentist-marketing/reputation-management/prweb11453539.htm

It's Christmas, after all

I was getting off an airplane recently. The double "bing bong" was heard, signaling the passengers it was safe to unbuckle and stand up.

http://www.coastalbreezenews.com/2014/01/01/its-christmas-after-all/

National Guard brings Christmas to remote Alaska village

Christmas in Alaska came early this week to nearly 300 students attending school in the Yup'ik Eskimo village of Kwethluk.

http://www.heartlandconnection.com/news/story.aspx?id=982984

Reading the John Updike stories: 'Intercession'

I'm reading and commenting on a story from The Library of America's recently published 'John Updike: The Collected Stories' each Wednesday until I finish the collection or give up.

http://www.jsonline.com/blogs/entertainment/238301061.html

OSHA plans to slash silica workplace exposure limits

The U.S. government is planning stricter controls on exposure to silica, a carcinogen found in workplaces ranging from dentist's offices to granite quarries, according to a new report.

http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/01/01/us-silica-workplace-exposur-idUSBREA000DH20140101?feedType=RSS&feedName=healthNews

Military pension cuts now unsure, but changes are likely

The Pentagon's top civilian says it's time to tame burgeoning military personnel costs, but he's facing a test of wills with the nation's powerful veterans groups, which want no cut in their benefits.

http://www.heartlandconnection.com/news/story.aspx?id=986586

Longtime dentist begins new chapter after 30 years

McCall says it's with mixed feelings he is leaving his practice. Several heart surgeries over the past summer prompted him to consider reducing his stress level and begin a new chapter of life.

https://www.clearwaterprogress.com/component/content/article/65-headlines/3096-longtime-dentist-begins-new-chapter-after-30-years.html

And You Are?: Junk removal service often finds some real treasures

Andrew de Boer, London franchise owner of 1-800-GOT-JUNK, says about 76% of the material that is picked up is recycled.

http://www.lfpress.com/2013/12/29/and-you-are-junk-removal-service-often-finds-some-real-treasures

Fluoridation critic still unhappy after ad complaint rejected

The advertisement was placed in the Waikato Times by the Ministry of Health and Waikato District Health Board in late September.

http://www.stuff.co.nz/waikato-times/news/9567956/Fluoridation-critic-still-unhappy-after-ad-complaint-rejected

Dentists in the US Industry Market Research Report from IBISWorld Has Been Updated

... Science (DDSc) degrees. Industry firms are primarily engaged in the independent practice of general or specialized dentistry or dental surgery. These practitioners operate private or group practices in their own offices (e.g. centers or clinics). ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/01/prweb11456041.htm

Medical setback forces chief to resign

Medical setback forces chief to resign By Matt Heilman Last Updated: December 26, 2013 Due to a health-related setback, Bel Aire Police Chief John Daily has had to resign his post.

http://www.arkvalleynews.com/web/isite.dll?1388069994101

A Special Dentist for Special Kids

... parents no longer have to postpone dental treatment or endure the cries of their child. Kids First Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics , located in Fairfield, Connecticut is dedicated to the needs of this unique community. By connecting parents who ...

http://www.examiner.com/article/a-special-dentist-for-special-kids

RestonVaDentist and Dr. Han Implement CEREC Technology for Teeth Restoration

RestonVaDentist.Com represents Dr. John Han's dentistry services, with Expressions being his own private clinic.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/Reston-Dentist/Expressions-Dental-Care/prweb11456433.htm

Fluoride Free Hamilton's complaint rejected

The Advertising Standards Authority has rejected a complaint by Fluoride Free Hamilton about a pro-fluoridation advertisement the anti-fluoride group likened to propaganda.

http://www.stuff.co.nz/waikato-times/news/9567002/Fluoride-Free-Hamiltons-complaint-rejected

How a Cosmetic Dentist Can Make You Look Better and More Attractive

... they have negative impacts on one's beauty and appearance. The only option that's available to people is cosmetic dentistry, which can be very helpful when people have damaged teeth and wish to transform them into a gorgeous, dazzling and celebrity ...

http://www.examiner.com/article/how-a-cosmetic-dentist-can-make-you-look-better-and-more-attractive?cid=rss

Mike Devlin Is a Little Confused About What 'Humble' Means

A couple days ago, WFAA Channel 8 sent out a press release about reporter Byron Harris winning an Alfred I. du-Pont-Columbia University Silver Baton .

http://frontburner.dmagazine.com/2013/12/30/mike-devlin-is-a-little-confused-about-what-humble-means/

Tips For A New Smile In The New Year

Many see the New Year as the best time to make a resolution to practice better dental hygiene-starting with regular dental visits.

http://www.healthnewsdigest.com/news/Health_Tips_620/Tips-For-A-New-Smile-In-The-New-Year.shtml

The Garden Guru: Make winter arrangements for sensitive plants

This time of year, those of us in the plant-advice business are asked repeatedly about overwintering tender patio plants.

http://www.star-telegram.com/2013/11/08/5314862/the-garden-guru-make-winter-arrangements.html

Where in Hudson is this? for Jan. 1

Happy New Year! Jolly Santa is on a little island in the middle of the small pond in front of 154 W. Prospect St., several houses west of Morse Road.

http://www.hudsonhubtimes.com/opinion/2014/01/01/where-in-hudson-is-this-for-jan-1

Andy Oram ReportsTHE Network Neutrality Debate: it All Depends on What You Fear

ST. SIMONS ISLAND, Ga. -- For most of us, people, places and things are of interest in one way or another.

http://www.american-reporter.com/4,893/508.html

MomentumIN OCTOBER

NEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2009 -- In the conspiratorial world it goes something like this: "the largest oil and gas reserves in the world are in - pick a state, usually North Dakota, Montana, Alaska - "but the devious" - Arabs, automakers, politicians, environmentalists - "are conspiring with the news media to bury the news."

http://www.american-reporter.com/4,893/714.html

A Reason To Smile in the Pro Oral Care Category

Fueled by a compound annual growth rate of 5.1% during the past three years, manufacturers' sales of professional oral care products in the US were expected to hit $426.5 million in 2013, according to "Professional Oral Care USA" by worldwide consulting and research firm Kline & Company.

http://www.happi.com/issues/2013-12-01/view_breaking-news/a-reason-to-smile-in-the-pro-oral-care-category/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+HappiBreakingNews+%28Happi+Breaking+News%29

Coupon Queen: New year, smaller products

As price-conscious consumers, we always aim to maximize the value of whatever we're buying, whether it's a box of cereal, a carton of orange juice or a roll of aluminum foil.

http://www.postandcourier.com/article/20140101/PC1206/140109975/1002/coupon-queen-new-year-smaller-products

Moore TornadoDEVASTATION in Moore, Okla., Defies Description

... extremely expensive and it really deprives children of decent care," says Dr. David Nash, professor of pediatric dentistry at the University of Kentucky. Among adults, according to the Foundation, lack of access to adequate dental care impacts ...

http://www.american-reporter.com/4,893/31.html