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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Rosalie Goode, RDH, recently began practicing as a dental therapist at Willamette Dental Group in Southern Oregon. Goode is a graduate of a pilot program at the Pacific University School of Dental Hygiene in Forest Grove, Oregon, to create a new midlevel practitioner in the state.
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).
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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.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
MAY 24, 2021
The dental profession is in Amy Coplen’s DNA. Her parents were both dental lab technicians, and her mother eventually became a dental hygienist. While in high school, Coplen worked as a dental assistant. Q: Although you have practiced in a clinical setting, your interests and background clearly veer toward academia.
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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