October 2025 - Dental-hygiene-year3 - University of Manitoba Mailing Lists

FINAL - Fall Term 2025 Examination Schedule
by Susan Petras 21 Oct '25

21 Oct '25

Hello Dental Hygiene Students. Please note that the exam schedule is now FINAL. Exams have been scheduled/confirmed in UM Learn. Please be reminded of the attendance and deferred exam policies listed in your course outlines and seek supports as needed as we enter the stress of end of term. Good luck on all your exams and I hope you have a very restful winter holiday! Susan Susan Petras Student Affairs Coordinator Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry University of Manitoba D113 - 780 Bannatyne Ave. Winnipeg, MB R3E 0W2 [cid:image001.jpg@01DC3E86.44990110] (204) 789-3484 Susan.Petras(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Susan.Petras@umanitoba.ca> Upcoming Absences: Oct 24

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Power Cord
by Bernadette Franco 20 Oct '25

20 Oct '25

Good morning, I have a power cord for a laptop in the office if anyone forgot theirs in Schwartz last week. Bernadette Franco Department Assistant School of Dental Hygiene, and Dept. of Oral Biology [Text Description automatically generated]

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Oral Health Access Fund Update
by Trenna Reeve 09 Oct '25

09 Oct '25

To all, With the recent TV, radio, and social media announcement of the Health Canada grant there has been an onslaught of queries. I would like to review the details involved with this grant. WHO This initiative prioritizes equitable access to dental care for populations facing systemic barrier to dental care. Who can be considered for funding under this grant: * Individuals who have 40% or 60% CDCP coverage - will cover the co-pay amount for Schedule A (see attachment) treatment and for Schedule B (see attachment) treatment that has been pre-approved by Sunlife * Individuals with NO insurance (absolutely NO insurance of any type) who experience barriers to accessing dental care. This could include individuals who are/have: * Newcomers to Canada * Experiencing housing insecurity * Experiencing poverty * Socio-economical barriers to care * Individuals who have met the above criteria and have been pre-screened by the UM Oral Health Community Liaisons team WHAT What treatment can be considered for funding under this grant. * Co-pay amount for 40% and 60% CDCP patients. Schedule A and pre-approved Schedule B treatment. * For non-insured individuals - CDCP Schedule A treatment procedures and Schedule B. Any Schedule B treatment must meet the CDCP criteria to be approved. Refer to the following link to review criterial for selection:https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/dental/dental-care-plan/guide.html#h2.6-1-10 WHERE This grant is targeted at the undergraduate dental and dental hygiene students ONLY. Therefore, ONLY submit approval requests for treatment procedures that will be completed within the Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry undergraduate main clinic or undergraduate oral surgery clinic by an undergraduate dental or dental hygiene student. WHEN The fund expires on 31 March 2026. ANY treatment that has been approved for OHAF funding that is completed AFTER this date will NOT be covered. Again, if you have treatment that has been approved for OHAF funding, but you do not have that treatment completely finished by 31 March 2026 (i.e final crown inserted, RPD final insertion) then it will NOT be covered. HOW Apply for funding through Axium. Ensure you fill out the HCF form fully and in great detail. There is only 1 form for each patient for both the dental hygiene and dental student to use as needed. If something changes with your request then you must update the form and re-action the form. Indicate in the comments section what has changed. Trenna M. Reeve DMD, ABGD Assistant Professor Associate Dean (Clinics) Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba [1578502983199] Clinical Support Services D227-A-780 Bannatyne Avenue Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 0W2 email: Trenna.Reeve(a)umanitoba.ca Tel: 1-204-272-3194<tel:1-204-272-3194>

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October 9th - Sabrina Away Today
by Kaleigh Warden 09 Oct '25

09 Oct '25

Good morning DH3, Please be advised that Sabrina is away sick again today. Similar to yesterday, please send any urgent issues to the main PCC email address (PCCCSS(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:PCCCSS@umanitoba.ca>) or stop by the PCC window to speak with another PCC. Hopefully Sabrina is feeling better soon. Thank you for your understanding everyone. Kaleigh Warden RDH, BA(IS), MAIS (she/her) Instructor & DH3 Clinical Coordinator School of Dental Hygiene Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences [cid:image001.png@01DC3905.F4671BD0] D212D - 780 Bannatyne Ave Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R3E 0W2 Phone: (204) 272-3100 Fax: (204) 789-3948 Email: Kaleigh.Warden(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Kaleigh.Warden@umanitoba.ca> The University of Manitoba is located on the original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Dene and Inuit, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

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Indigenous Cultural Experiential Learning Opportunity: Ndinawemaaganag
by Laura MacDonald 07 Oct '25

07 Oct '25

Hello, In the spring/summer of 2026, consider participating in Indigenous cultural experiential learning opportunities arranged by Lisa Mendez, Collaborative Practice Lead with the Office of Interprofessional Collaboration, RFHS. If your schedule permits, plan on attending an information session on Oct 16th, 12-1 PM, in person in Theatre B or via zoom (see QR code in poster attached). Students who participated this past spring/summer share their experiences giving insights on the value of the experience. You can also read about the opportunity: https://umanitoba.ca/health-sciences/student-experience/interprofessional-c… (scroll down the page until you arrrive at the Ndinawemaaganag information). Laura MacDonald, RDH, PhD (she/her) School of Dental Hygiene Associate Professor Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry & School of Dental Hygiene<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/health_sciences/dentistry/index.html> 780 Bannatyne Ave., and College Lead, Office of Interprofessional Collaboration<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/health_sciences/education/ipc/about_ipc.html> Rady Faculty Health Sciences [cid:image001.png@01DC3799.26AF0300] University of Manitoba Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 0W2 Laura.MacDonald(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Laura.MacDonald@umanitoba.ca> I acknowledge that the University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. I respect the treaties made on these territories.I acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past and present. With a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration, I move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities.In all my actions, I am grounded in salutogenesis and aim to contribute to health creation within places and settings where people live, learn, play, work, and love.

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FW: Amazon Community Engaged Learning opportunity in February
by Laura MacDonald 07 Oct '25

07 Oct '25

Hello, I am forwarding you information on a learning opportunity taking place in February. I am doing so on behalf of Lisa Mendez, the Collaborative Care Practice lead with the Office of Interprofessional Collaboration, RFHS. There is a link below to the webpage with the details. It is an amazing experience. Importantly, the February opportunity takes place Feb 13-22nd. The travel day of Feb 13th maybe a challenge for you as you are not to miss any lectures/clinics/labs. Please do consult with your program. I understand that Lisa is planning another opportunity in the spring which may better suit your schedule. Still, I wanted to let you know of the upcoming opportunity. __________________________________________________ From Lisa Mendez Please be advised that the application for the Amazon experience February 13-22 is now open. The application and more information can be found here: https://umanitoba.ca/health-sciences/student-experience/interprofessional-c… Office of Interprofessional Collaboration (OIPC) | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences | University of Manitoba<https://umanitoba.ca/health-sciences/student-experience/interprofessional-c…> The Office of Interprofessional Collaboration (OIPC) provides foundational education and practice experiences in interprofessional collaboration, supported by research and scholarly approaches. The purpose of the OIPC is to inspire RFHS students and faculty to develop interprofessionalism, through learning about, with, and from each other. umanitoba.ca Please share with your students. Lisa Mendez, O.T. Reg. (MB) Collaborative Health Care Practice Lead Office of Interprofessional Collaboration Rady Faculty of Health Sciences [cid:b0cb52b8-b365-4392-ab30-2611031626f8] Lisa.Mendez(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Lisa.Mendez@umanitoba.ca> Share with you by Laura MacDonald, RDH, PhD (she/her) School of Dental Hygiene Associate Professor Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry & School of Dental Hygiene<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/health_sciences/dentistry/index.html> 780 Bannatyne Ave., and College Lead, Office of Interprofessional Collaboration<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/health_sciences/education/ipc/about_ipc.html> Rady Faculty Health Sciences [cid:image001.png@01DC3797.2C1F9950] University of Manitoba Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 0W2 Laura.MacDonald(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Laura.MacDonald@umanitoba.ca> I acknowledge that the University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. I respect the treaties made on these territories.I acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past and present. With a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration, I move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities.In all my actions, I am grounded in salutogenesis and aim to contribute to health creation within places and settings where people live, learn, play, work, and love.

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Whitening Kits
by Bernadette Franco 07 Oct '25

07 Oct '25

Good morning, If you attended the whitening presentation your kits are here in the DH office ready for pickup. Thank you. Bernadette Franco Department Assistant School of Dental Hygiene, and Dept. of Oral Biology [Text Description automatically generated] (204) 789-3683 [Marker]D212-780 Bannatyne Avenue Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 0W2 Canada Planned Absences: Oct 10th 2025

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Clinical Updates - 6 October 2025
by Trenna Reeve 05 Oct '25

05 Oct '25

Dental Hygiene and Dental Students, Updates as follows: 1. For insurance pre-authorizations (CDCP, Blue Cross, NIHB etc.) you must indicate if a planned crown/denture is "Initial Placement". If not the initial placement, the PCCs need to know approximately when the initial was placed in order to submit the pre-authorization. If this detail is not included in the pre-authorization request it will be denied and returned requesting this information. Add these details to EHR notes when treatment planning is most helpful. You can also include the details in your email request for pre-authorization submission. 2. HC FUND Form * If you want to request the Exam and X-rays to be covered, you must include their codes and fees in the HC Form. * You must list all treatment codes, sites and associated cost in the HC Form. It is most helpful to list as follows: * 23 33111 one canal root canal $xxx.xx * 23 27201 ACC crown $xxx.xx * When calculating the Total Cost requested for the HCFUND, include all costs for the listed treatment. If the patient has CDCP coverage, calculate the co-pay amount. * Only treatment included under the CDCP Fee Guide that meets CDCP eligibility criteria and frequency limits is considered. 3. There is a new Screening Template Note to be used in axiUm going forward. Located under D3X5 (3rd year) and D4X5 (4th year). 4. Radiology Request Form - you must close the requisition for radiographs REQ ---> FIN (page 71-73 in axiUm orientation manual) 5. Ensure you are checking in and checking out your patients when seated and dismissed- it is students responsibility to do so as they are in constant communication with their patient, as well as for safety reasons (mentioned in Patient Management Orientation). Part time instructors have mentioned this helps them monitor which students to check in with first. And this is mandatory in case of a fire drill all people must be accounted for and we use axium to track this. 6. Students are not allowed to delete treatment that is put in EHR. A patient's chart is a legal documentation - correct process is to submit correction card for it. (page 74 in axiUm orientation manual and page 36 in Patient Management Orientation) 7. Students are coming into PCCs windows with their masks under their chin. They touch their masks many times when by the window. Masks should be removed before exiting the unit followed by hand sanitizing. PCCs will be noting when students come to the front desk with masks on and breaches will be followed up. 8. Students must check SAP coverage for their patient prior to booking their patient's appointment. Have a great week ahead. Dr. Reeve Trenna M. Reeve DMD, ABGD Assistant Professor Associate Dean (Clinics) Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba [1578502983199] Clinical Support Services D227-A-780 Bannatyne Avenue Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 0W2 email: Trenna.Reeve(a)umanitoba.ca Tel: 1-204-272-3194<tel:1-204-272-3194>

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RFHS students share their experience with Ndinawemaaganag: Oct 16th, 12-1 (Th B or via zoom)
by Laura MacDonald 02 Oct '25

02 Oct '25

Hello, In the spring/summer of 2026, consider participating in an Indigenous cultural experiential learning opportunity. On Oct 16th, 12-1 PM, students who participated this past spring/summer share their experiences. You are invited to attend the session, in person in Theatre B or via zoom. Please see the attached poster with the QR code for the zoom link. It will give you some insights on the value of the experience. You can also read about the opportunities: https://umanitoba.ca/health-sciences/student-experience/interprofessional-c… (scroll down the page until you arrive at the Ndinawemaaganag information). Shared with you on behalf of the Office of Interprofessional Collaboration Sincerely, Laura MacDonald, RDH, PhD (she/her) School of Dental Hygiene Associate Professor Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry & School of Dental Hygiene<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/health_sciences/dentistry/index.html> 780 Bannatyne Ave., and College Lead, Office of Interprofessional Collaboration<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/health_sciences/education/ipc/about_ipc.html> Rady Faculty Health Sciences [cid:image003.png@01DC3395.55FED520] University of Manitoba Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 0W2 Laura.MacDonald(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Laura.MacDonald@umanitoba.ca> I acknowledge that the University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. I respect the treaties made on these territories.I acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past and present. With a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration, I move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities.In all my actions, I am grounded in salutogenesis and aim to contribute to health creation within places and settings where people live, learn, play, work, and love.

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