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24.01.2022 Think of it as ADAWA's Christmas gift to you: a double, bumper edition of the Western Articulator, starring our executive "family". This one is going straight to the pool room!

23.01.2022 We know oral health is important ... but why?

22.01.2022 ADAWA member dentist Dr Zara Torre is the founder of The Difference, an app that rounds up your transactions to the nearest dollar allowing this small change to go to charity. We envision an Australia inspired to give in the everyday moments, Zara says. So, we thought we could do something about it, and we created Australia’s first mobile app to ‘round up’ every consumer transaction to the nearest dollar and give the difference to charity. Download the app at: www.the-difference.org/download

22.01.2022 A new report detailing the health status of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders has shown mixed results - with some areas demonstrating signs of improvement while others evidenced no changes or a decline.

21.01.2022 "Dentistry is truly an art and a science, says orthodontist Dr Gosia Barley, pictured here with the third picture she ever painted. Those that are drawn to it are visual, technical, problem solvers and love to create.

20.01.2022 Merry Christmas from everyone at the Australian Dental Association of WA. Here's to another year of working together as a team, to overcome the challenges thrown at us. Wishing you a safe, relaxing day with family and friends.

20.01.2022 Give yourself the gift of good oral health this Christmas - book those six-monthly appointments now!

19.01.2022 It's said that dentistry is a mix of art and science, so it should come as no surprise to discover that many of WA's dentists are incredibly talented artists. Just look at Michelle Crerie Art!

19.01.2022 To mark the annual 16 Days in WA campaign, which aims to stop violence against women, ADAWA is thanking the Perth dentists behind Healing Smiles. This life-changing program provides pro bono dental treatment to women who have experienced family and domestic violence. Read the full story here: https://www.communities.wa.gov.au//providing-more-than-he/

15.01.2022 According to a study published today, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a huge impact on the provision of dental care to vulnerable children in Australia - who already experience higher levels of dental disease and disadvantage in accessing dental care.

14.01.2022 Congratulations to the class of 2020! After four tough, tiring years, these UWA Dental School graduates can proudly call themselves dentists. Doctors, we can't wait to see what you'll achieve next!

12.01.2022 Government property is no place for advertising junk food to kids. Today, WA’s leading health agencies - including ADAWA - call on the State Government to immediately end junk-food advertising on government property, following the release of a compelling report that shows it is not only feasible, but is essential in protecting WA kids from the predatory tactics of the junk-food industry. To read more, visit https://bit.ly/3pmMTd2... Cancer Council Western Australia

11.01.2022 With today being World Diabetes Day, ADAWA is acknowledging the 130,000 people in WA living with diabetes right now. People living with diabetes may be at an increased risk of tooth decay or gum infections or disease. The risk is increased if blood glucose levels are not managed and are above the target ranges, Diabetes WA clinical services manager Carly Luff says. ... Excess glucose in the blood can damage blood vessels, which effects circulation and can also lead to a build-up of plaque.

10.01.2022 Snacking on candy canes this Christmas? Grab a glass of tap water - sipping the water will help neutralise the acids in your mouth, to look after your teeth.

09.01.2022 This Christmas, ditch the sugary drinks and drink tap water instead. Fluoridated tap water has the power to prevent dental decay in all ages. Drink up!

03.01.2022 Derbal Yerrigan Aboriginal Health Service is a not-for-profit, community-controlled organisation that has operated on Noongar land for more than 40 years. The newest addition to the dental team is Dr Ashlee Bence, a Wurundjeri woman who graduated from UWA in 2019 (pictured far left). I think what is truly inspiring is that regardless of race or background, our ability to work as a unified team with both our colleagues and patients never waivers," she says. "The passion we a...ll have for improving oral health outcomes for our Indigenous community is a major factor in the success of our treatment. #NAIDOC2020

01.01.2022 Questions about tooth whitening, dental myths, or your kids' oral health? This new fortnightly podcast from the Australian Dental Association features a trusted dentist answering ALL your questions about oral health and dental care. Keep a lookout for episode 1, wherever you get your podcasts!