Breaking down barriers to dental care

By Sandi Krasowski, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Chronicle-Journal Dentists and dental hygienists across Sovereign Dental locations in Thunder Bay were recognized for their dedication to improving oral health outcomes across Northwestern Ontario on March 31. Patty Hajdu, minister of jobs and families, and minister responsible for FedNor, provided certificates for the staff but was unable to present them in person due to illness. The recognition hinged on National Dentist Day and National Dental Hygienists Week, and follows a similar presentation to dental assistants earlier in March during Dental Assistants Recognition Week. “It’s great to see the team at Sovereign Dental continuing to provide high-quality care close to home,” Hajdu, member of Parliament for Thunder Bay-Superior North, told The Chronicle-Journal. “Through the Canadian Dental Care Plan, more people across our…

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