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February 3, 2012

Dental therapists work autonomously (Correction: DHSV Quality of Care Report 2011)

The Dental Health Services Victoria (DHSV) Quality of Care Report 2011, states that dental therapist Sharon Richardson “works under the supervision of a dentist” (pg.17). This is incorrect. ...

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February 3, 2012

Stand up to cancer: Know the signs, know the risks

This Saturday 4 February is World Cancer Day, a chance to “stand up” and do something about cancer. DHSV encourages all Victorians to get to know their bodies and conduct self checks regularly. It’s ...

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January 31, 2012

Tony Abbott says universal dental care is an aspiration, not a commitment

Today, in an address to the National Press Club, Federal Opposition Leader Tony Abbott announced that Medicare funded dentistry is an “aspiration – not a commitment”. Though he conceded ...

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December 22, 2011

Wishing you a happy and healthy festive season

From all the team here a Dental Health Services, we'd like to wish everyone a wonderful festive season filled with joy. This time of year is about spending quality time with family and friends, reflecting ...

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December 8, 2011

Dental decay linked to chronic diseases - the case for action

Studies show that poor dental health is connected to major chronic diseases. A report released today by Dental Health Services Victoria explains how dental health is linked to cardiovascular disease, ...

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December 7, 2011

The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne - end of year operating hours

Due to the end-of-year holiday period some clinical areas of The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne will be at reduced capacity. The following hours of operation are valid from Thursday 22 December 2011 ...

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November 25, 2011

DHSV Public Oral Healthcare Awards recognise dedication to public sector

Three dedicated dental professionals were honoured with Public Oral Healthcare Awards last night for their care and commitment to public dental services. The awards, presented by Dental Health ...

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November 21, 2011

2011 AGM & awards ceremony

DHSV will hold its Annual General Meeting this Thursday 24 November in the RMIT Lecture Theatre at The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne. The AGM will begin at 5pm and will be followed by the presentation ...

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November 17, 2011

Victorian Public Healthcare Awards recognise innovation in dental care

Dental health was in the spotlight last night when a team from Dental Health Services Victoria (DHSV), The University of Melbourne and La Trobe University were awarded a prestigious Victorian Public Healthcare ...

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November 14, 2011

World Diabetes Day 2011 - Diabetes increases the risk of damaging dental disease

Research has shown that people with poorly-controlled diabetes are up to three times more likely to develop severe cases of the dental disease periodontitis - a gum disease that affects the tissues and ...

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