"He who works on teeth"
Providing Innovative Oral Health Solutions to Nunavut
NIHS provides dental services to all 25 communities in the Kitikmeot, Kivalliq, and Qikiqtaaluk Regions of Nunavut
Kitikmeot Region: Cambridge Bay, Gjoa Haven, Kugaaruk, Kugluktuk, and Taloyoak.
Kivalliq Region: Arviat, Baker Lake, Chesterfield Inlet, Coral Harbour, Naujaat, Rankin Inlet, Sanikiluaq, and Whale Cove.
Qikiqtaaluk Region: Arctic Bay, Clyde River, Grise Fiord, Igloolik, Kimmirut, Kinngait, Pangnirtung, Pond Inlet, Qikiqtarjuaq, Resolute Bay, Sanirajaq, and Iqaluit.
The majority of the dental offices are located in the communities’ local Health Centre.
NIHS requires a minimum four week commitment from general dentists and dental assistants. Requests for longer trips can easily be accommodated. Dental specialists are required for shorter (usually less than a week) trips.
NIHS covers all airfare from your home city to Nunavut communities. We also cover all accommodation costs during your trip and provide a per diem to cover food expenses.
Yes, subject to approval by NIHS. Many providers travel with their own assistants.
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