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Regular tooth-brushing could help stave off cardiovascular disease, according to a study from Scotland.

Brushing less than twice daily is thought to be a major cause of periodontal diseaseDisease of the tissues that support the teeth, including the gums, the periodontal membrane and the underlying bone. Periodontal disease, which includes gingivitisInflammation of the gums (the gingiva) caused by poor oral hygiene. Chronic gingivitis can worsen to become periodontal disease. and the more serious periodontitisDisease of the tissues that support the teeth, including the gums, the periodontal membrane and the underlying bone. Periodontal disease, which includes gingivitis and the more serious periodontitis, is the most common cause of loss of teeth in adults. People with HIV/AIDS are at increased risk of developing periodontal disease, even with good oral hygiene., is the most common cause of loss of teeth in adults. People with HIV/AIDS are at increased risk of developing periodontal disease, even with good oral hygiene. and may also impair cardiovascular health. read more »

It has benefitted many PLHIVPerson (or people) Living with HIV. This term is now preferred over the older PLWHAPerson (or People) Living with HIV/AIDS.. since it was adopted in 2007, but the Medicare dental rebate scheme is currently receiving full-on root canal surgery. read more »

It looked like it wouldn’t last, but the Medicare Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) Dental Scheme appears likely to continue into the foreseeable future.

Under the scheme, you are able to claim up to $4,250 in Medicare Benefits over two consecutive calendar years. The two-calendar year period is counted from the calendar year of your first dental service. read more »

The NAPWA Bulletin is issued once a quarter in the interest of keeping NAPWA's broad networks and members up to date with what’s happening in the HIV Living unit. read more »

On September 16, the Senate blocked the Federal Government’s bill to remove the Enhanced Primary Care Dental Scheme for chronic conditions for a second time. read more »

If you are one of those people who hate the dentist then you just need to find one you really like. Adrian Ogier found a few he liked and discovered what good dental care is all about. read more »

People with HIV (and other chronic and complex conditions) once again have access to Medicare funded dental care through private dentists, after the removal of the Enhanced Primary Care Dental program was blocked in the Senate in June. read more »

From the AFAOAustralian Federation of AIDS Organisations. AFAO is the peak non-government organisation representing Australia's community-based response to HIV/AIDS. AFAO's work includes education, policy, advocacy and international projects. /NAPWA treatments resource 'Managing Side Effects'. read more »

DAVID MENADUE examines the importance of saliva and good oral hygiene for people with HIV. read more »

As part of the ‘MedicarePlus’ program announced by the federal government in March, Medicare reimbursement is now available in some circumstances for ‘allied health services,’ including dental treatment. read more »