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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
DECEMBER 1, 2021
In 2011, legislation for dental therapy was introduced in Oregon, but stopped short of fully approving licensure for dental therapists. 1 Dental pilot projects are approved and monitored by the Oregon Health Authority (OHA).
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
OCTOBER 28, 2022
Dental therapists have been authorized to practice in 14 states, and are currently working in about half of those, helping increase access to dental care for underserved communities. The legislative process has been completed before rulemaking begins, and rulemaking should not be used to make or revise substantive policy.
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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
JANUARY 26, 2021
One solution that has gained momentum over the past decade is the expansion of the oral health workforce through the addition of a new member: the dental therapist (DT). This article describes the progress and development of dental therapy training programs in the US through 2020. Photo Credit: shaunl / E+.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
1 One solution that has gained momentum over the past decade is the expansion of the oral health workforce through the addition of a new member: the dental therapist (DT). This article describes the progress and development of dental therapy training programs in the US through 2020.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
T he Minnesota legislature authorized dental therapists in 2009. Today, there are 113 licensed dental therapists practicing in Minnesota, many of whom are dually licensed as dental hygienists. Currently, dental therapy has been authorized in Minnesota, Maine, Vermont, Arizona, Michigan, New Mexico, Nevada, and Connecticut.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Dental therapy legislation keeps moving across the country with 13 states and several Tribal nations implementing this member of the oral health workforce. Dental therapists are working in Tribal clinics in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. In 2015, CODA issued standards for dental therapy training programs.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
DECEMBER 1, 2021
The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) continues to advocate for its dental hygienist members as well as to improve the oral health of all Americans. Dental Therapy and Oral Healthcare Workforce Grants. Today, three dental therapy programs are educating students and at least two more are under development.
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