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Status of Dental Hygienists’ Scope of Practice

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

For many years, dental hygienists were limited to treating and maintaining periodontal conditions and providing patient education. Fortunately, the scope of practice for dental hygienists has been expanding in many areas of the United States. Photo Credit: Valeriy_G / iStock / Getty Images Plus. certificate.

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Reaching the Underserved

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Health obstacles faced by vulnerable populations include race and ethnicity, education, socioeconomic status, geographic location, insurance coverage, gender, age, sexual orientation or gender identity, health literacy, and disability status. These new dental hygiene workforce models may decrease oral disease burden.

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Get to Know Dimensions Brand Ambassador Lisa Hardill, RDH, BHADM

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

I have been a registered dental hygienist since 2003, and have worked in private practice, public health, and independent practice. Starting 2017, I had the opportunity to get involved in dental sales and consulting focused integration of preventative products and learn more about practice growth strategies.

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Update on Dental Therapy in the United States

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

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. In addition, Washington, Idaho, and Montana have authorized dental therapists to practice on tribal lands.

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Supporting Dental Therapy

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

With more than 20 years of experience in dentistry, Misty Davis, RDH, BS, has worked as a dental assistant, dental hygienist, and administrator. An active member of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association since 2007, Davis is the immediate past president of her local component.

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Dental assistant requirements: California, Colorado, Connecticut, and Delaware

Dentistry Gone Digital

One of the greatest challenges for current dental assistants is the portability of their profession across state lines. With more than 50 designations of dental assistants nationwide, no two designations are alike, nor are the requirements for becoming a dental assistant. California – 4+ levels of dental assistants.