addressing-dental-hygienists-workforce-issues 
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
OCTOBER 28, 2022
One adaptation that was not anticipated was the shift in employment status of dental team members including dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants. A series of national surveys were conducted to explore employment patterns, mental health issues, vaccination routines, and infection control practices.
Dentistry Today
MARCH 6, 2024
In an effort to strengthen dental education and improve access to dental care, the Minnesota Dental Association (MDA), in collaboration with the Minnesota Educators of Dental Assisting and the Minnesota Dental Hygiene Educators Association, has led the introduction of legislation seeking to appropriate state funds to dental academic institutions.
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Dentistry Today
MAY 2, 2023
The Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation (DDCOF) announced four grants totaling nearly $5 million dedicated to expanding and diversifying dental hygiene programs across the state in partnership with Colorado’s higher education system. ” These grants address the ongoing shortage of registered dental hygienists in the state.
Dentistry Today
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
The competitive contract opportunity issued by the Tennessee Department of General Services sought partners with specialized expertise in dental technology to provide consultation services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
FEBRUARY 4, 2024
Anticipated retirements and departures from the dental workforce exacerbate this issue. The state legislature passed bills, notably one enabling the licensure of dental therapists. Additionally, Wisconsin will join an interstate compact to facilitate the practice of dental professionals from other states.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
Growing up in Arizona, Matt Crespin, MPH, RDH, had originally set his sights on becoming a dentist after working in a dental office. Instead, he found himself drawn to the preventive nature of dental hygiene. You were president of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) from 2019 to 2020.
Denticle
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Ondina Love, chief executive officer of the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA), was honoured to join The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, federal minister of health, today for a historic announcement on a momentous day for children’s oral health in Canada. For more information on oral health, visit dentalhygienecanada.ca.
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