''This article is about the dental profession. For tooth care, see oral hygiene.
Dentistry is the art and science of prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of conditions, diseases, and disorders of the oral cavity, the maxillofacial region, and its associated structures as it relates to human beings. A dentist is a doctor qualified to practice dentistry. In most countries, several years of training in a university (usually 4-8) and some practical experience working with actual patients' dentition are required to become a qualified dentist. The patron saint of dentists is Saint Apollonia, martyred in Alexandria by having all her teeth violently extracted.
Baltimore Has Poe; Philadelphia Wants Him Sat, 06 Sep 2008 10:05:09 -0000 An Edgar Allan Poe scholar is arguing that Poe’s remains belong in Philadelphia, where he wrote many of his most noteworthy works.
Paralympic Athletes Add Equality to Their Goals Sat, 06 Sep 2008 07:38:02 -0000 Many Paralympians criticize the U.S. Olympic program for giving them fewer benefits than Olympians receive.
Highway Fund Shortfall May Halt Road Projects Sat, 06 Sep 2008 08:29:41 -0000 An important account in the federal Highway Trust Fund will run out of money this month, which could hamper road and bridge projects, the transportation secretary said.
Canadian Academy of Periodontology - Lists information about gum disease and dental implants, news and updates for professionals, and has a list of periodontists in Canada.
Meta Description: [ Canadian Academy of Periodontology - Find a periodontist in Canada. Information on gum disease & implants. ]
Canadian Association of Orthodontists - The national organization of educationally qualified orthodontic specialists, offering information on orthodontic care, research and an orthodontist locator function.
Meta Description: [ Information on the dental specialty of orthodontics, braces, teeth, bite, and the Canadian Association
of Orthodontists for CAO members, the public, and health care professionals ]
Canadian Dental Assistants' Association - Aims for a nationally accepted scope of practice for Dental Assistants, supported by an educational framework. Lists objectives, officers, contact details, ethics, by-laws and policies.
Canadian Dental Association - The authoritative national voice of dentistry, offering news and information on dentistry and oral health care in Canada. describes the organization and its services.
Cosmetic Dentistry in Canada - News and information about teeth whitening, and other types of cosmetic dentistry. Offers a dentist locator, resources and links.
Meta Description: [ Cosmetic dentistry news and information about teeth whitening, invisalign, dental implants, porcelain veneers, and other types of cosmetic dentistry in Canada. ]
Dentistry Canada Fund - A national, non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to optimal oral health for Canadians. Offers aims, eligibility, applications, contact details, guidelines and annual report.
Royal College of Dentists of Canada - Examinations of the College are used by many provincial dental regulatory authorities as part of the requirement for licensure. Provides administrative information and FAQs.
Meta Description: [ Royal College of Dentists of Canada / Le Collège Royal des Chirurgiens Dentistes du Canada, examinations are used by many provincial dental regulatory authorities as part of the requirement for licensure. ]