Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Across the United States, more than 55 bachelor’s degree completion programs are available for dental hygienists, which build on the foundational knowledge gained through an associate’s degree. The post Wake Tech Partners With ODU to Offer Degree Completion for Dental Hygienists appeared first on Dimensions of Dental Hygiene.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2024

The workforce shortage, combined with Montana’s unique geographic challenges, has left many communities underserved and struggling to maintain basic dental health. Dental hygienists are a critical part of the solution, yet the supply is falling short. Click here to read more.

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Dentistry Today

MARCH 3, 2023

“I wanted to create an effective barrier or shield to prevent aerosols and prophy splatter from landing on a dental hygienist and surrounding surfaces when polishing a patient’s teeth,” said an InventHelp inventor, from Oshawa, Ontario, Canada. “So I invented the FINGER SHIELD.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

On TikTok, a group of dental hygienists is making waves — not just with their knowledge but with their dance moves. Combining education with entertainment, these “dancing hygienists” connect with millions, raising awareness about oral health in a fun, engaging way.

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 6, 2023

On June 5th, onDiem announced its partnership with the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA), the national education and advocacy arm for hundreds of thousands of dental hygienists, in a unique effort to help provide additional tangible benefits for the dental hygienist community.

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Dentistry Today

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Hiring qualified dental hygienists, assistants, and office staff remains a significant challenge for dental offices across the United States. Ninety-five percent of dentists report difficulties recruiting and retaining qualified dental hygienists and office staff.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

With licensure in both dental hygiene and massage therapy, as well as advanced certifications in myofunctional therapy, manual lymphatic drainage, and intraoral massage, she is dedicated to optimizing patient outcomes and expanding the professions reach. Clark worked tirelessly as a dental hygienist, saving every penny to fund her vision.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MARCH 31, 2025

The Role of the Dental Hygienist in Periodontal Assessments A comprehensive periodontal evaluation is not solely the dentists responsibilitydental hygienists play a critical role in gathering essential periodontal data. Download a PDF copy of the case In this blog, well explore: How Dr. A.R.s

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Dentistry Today

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

In celebration of National Dental Hygiene Month this October, America’s ToothFairy invites dental professionals across the country to participate in its third annual My Smile Matters campaign. These include: An opportunity to nominate outstanding dental hygienists for national recognition and prizes.

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Dentistry Today

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Celebrated each October, National Dental Hygiene Month honors the work and dedication of registered dental hygienists (RDHs) while raising awareness for oral health. For more information or to nominate a deserving RDH for the “TempMee Dental Hygienist Hero Award,” visit lp.tmpmee.com/hygieneher o.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MARCH 24, 2025

Workforce issues continue to be a concern post-pandemic while the national and state dental associations are pushing new legislation that undermines the dental hygiene profession. During the pandemic many dental hygienists were leaving the workforce; some to retire and others to avoid risking new and devastating viral infection.

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Dental News and Technology

OCTOBER 1, 2024

In celebration of National Dental Hygiene Month this October, America’s ToothFairy invites dental professionals across the country to participate in its third annual My Smile Matters campaign. These include: An opportunity to nominate outstanding dental hygienists for national recognition and prizes.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MARCH 25, 2025

Dental hygienists are uniquely positioned to address oral health disparities, but ensuring patients receive the care they need often requires action beyond the operatory. This proclamation highlights the vital contributions dental hygienists make to public health and access to care in West Virginia.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

AUGUST 20, 2024

Many Massachusetts dental practices are struggling to hire dental hygienists. Despite successfully staffing receptionists and dental assistants, finding even one full-time dental hygienist poses a distinct challenge. Click here to read more.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

OCTOBER 28, 2024

By 2030, one in six people will be 60 years or older, creating a growing demand for healthcare solutions that address both medical and dental needs. Dental hygienists play a crucial role in shaping how this aging population can maintain not just their dentition but their overall health as well.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

APRIL 3, 2025

The legislation permits dental assistants, now designated as oral preventive assistants (OPAs), to perform prophylaxestasks traditionally handled by licensed dental hygienists. According to the ADHA, Dental hygienists undergo rigorous education and clinical training to provide safe and effective preventive care.”

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Oral Health Group

DECEMBER 28, 2020

So many suffer from dental phobias and the anxiety they suffer with can be a huge barrier to care. Some may go years without seeing a dental hygienist or a dentist. As a dental hygienist, I have seen how dental … The post Treating Patients with Dental Phobias appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Residing in Memphis with his wife and daughter, he dedicates time to teaching senior dental hygiene students at UT Health Science Center, where he emphasizes the diverse roles of dental hygienists. At just 35, Walls continues to push boundaries, inspiring the next generation of dental hygienists.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

APRIL 2, 2025

It provides dentists and dental hygienists with unrestricted access to the oral cavity, improving precision and efficiency. Its elastic, comfortable design gently retracts lips and cheeks, making it ideal for a wide range of applications, including preventive care and digital dentistry.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Maurice Moore, a San Diego-based dental hygienist on TikTok who goes by the moniker “mr.suiterdh” shared three hacks to help clinicians ease their way through common patient scenarios. Mr.suiterdh suggests hygienists spray water into the corner of the patient’s mouth, enabling him or her to swish the water first.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

The post Dental Assistant Requirements in Utah appeared first on igniteDDS.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MARCH 14, 2024

The Dental Trade Alliance (DTA) Foundation, with support from the Benco Family Foundation’s $1 million legacy gift, announces a new dental hygiene scholarship program to address the shortage of dental hygienists, especially among underrepresented communities. Click here to read more.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Hoerler, RDH, MS, is a dental hygienist in the Department of Dental Specialties, Division of Periodontics and an assistant professor of dentistry at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, and a dental hygiene educator at Metropolitan State University in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Rochester Community and Technical College.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MAY 26, 2024

In a significant development for the dental profession, Colorado and Minnesota have joined the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact, becoming the eighth and ninth states to participate. This move has been hailed as a major step forward in addressing workforce shortages and enhancing professional mobility within the dental field.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

AUGUST 5, 2024

A transformative shift in UK dental care is on the horizon with the proposed amendment to the Human Medicines Regulations 2012 (HMRs), which will empower dental hygienists and dental therapists to independently supply and administer specified medications. Click here to read more.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

APRIL 18, 2025

Jill Rethman, RDH, BA The American Dental Hygienists Association (ADHA) and the International Federation of Dental Hygienists (IFDH) have issued a joint statement demanding that only properly educated and licensed individuals provide dental hygiene care.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MARCH 21, 2024

Myra Nikitas, RDH Myra Nikitas, RDH, a dental hygienist with Sealing Smiles Across New Hampshire, addressed the Nashua, New Hampshire Board of Education, advocating for continued support for its caries-prevention pilot program. Click here to read more.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MARCH 28, 2024

Katja Delevar, RDH, a dental hygienist in Vancouver, Washington, faced a life-altering accident during a solo motorcycle ride in July 2022. The post Paralyzed Dental Hygienist Returns to Patient Care Thanks to Her Employer appeared first on Dimensions of Dental Hygiene | Magazine. Click here to read more.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Dental hygienists, like Taylor, deal with repetitive movements and awkward positions that can lead to stiffness, pain, and even chronic issues over time. So, if Taylor Swift uses a posture corrector to help her stay on top of her game, maybe it’s time hygienists follow suit! appeared first on Dimensions of Dental Hygiene.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

JULY 15, 2024

Jill Rethman, RDH, BA Dimensions of Dental Hygiene’s Editor in Chief Jill Rethman, RDH, BA, was elected president of the International Federation of Dental Hygienists (IFDH) on July 9, 2024, in Seoul, Korea, at the International Symposium on Dental Hygiene. Click here to read more.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

APRIL 11, 2025

A growing Change.org petition is calling on Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs to rescind SB1124 a controversial new law that allows oral preventive assistants (OPAs) to perform dental cleanings after only 120 hours of training.

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Oral Health Group

OCTOBER 19, 2020

As dental hygienists, you’re laser focused on doing what you can to ensure that your patients know what to do to take care of their mouth health. That includes giving them a proper cleaning during appointments as well as talking … The post The Power of Saliva appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

In an era where health tips on social media often go viral, Kyrsten Sprouse, RDH, (@kyrsten.sprouse), a dental hygienist in Oregon, has captured TikTok’s attention with her practical (and slightly gross) advice: smell your floss after use.

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Dentistry Today

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Babylon Dental Care is excited to introduce our newest dental hygienist, Maria Vitagliano. A Bay Shore native and a proud graduate of Plaza College’s dental hygiene program, Maria brings skill, enthusiasm, and valuable local knowledge to our growing team. However, her connection to dentistry goes much deeper.

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Dental News and Technology

APRIL 11, 2025

Through this partnership, Delta Dental of Washington members gain 24/7 access to Dentistry.Ones suite of virtual care services, including live video consultations, asynchronous photo reviews, and AI-powered SmileScan, which utilizes artificial intelligence to track a patients oral health.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Implications for Dental Practice Dentists and dental hygienists play a vital role in educating patients about the benefits and safety of fluoride. This study reinforces the importance of community water fluoridation programs as a safe and effective measure to prevent dental decay without compromising cognitive health.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

OCTOBER 20, 2024

At UNMC, this simulation was designed to deepen their understanding of the unique challenges these patients face and to teach them practical skills for treating such individuals, whether in a traditional dental office or in a hospital operating room.

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