Latest news from American Dental Hygienists' Association on News en-us Copyright 2024 News 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/adha-objects-to-ada-non-hygienist-staffing-resolutions-calls-for-constructive-collaboration2/?sc=rsin /articles/adha-objects-to-ada-non-hygienist-staffing-resolutions-calls-for-constructive-collaboration2/?sc=rsin Tue, 05 Nov 2024 14:30:28 EST In an open letter to the healthcare community released today, American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA(r)) President Erin Haley-Hitz, RDH issued a strong objection to recently passed American Dental Association (ADA) resolutions that would eliminate faculty-to-student ratios in dental hygiene programs and allow unlicensed practitioners to perform dental hygiene services. American Dental Hygienists' Association /articles/adha-strongly-opposes-ada-resolutions-on-staffing-dental-hygiene-positions-with-non-hygienists/?sc=rsin /articles/adha-strongly-opposes-ada-resolutions-on-staffing-dental-hygiene-positions-with-non-hygienists/?sc=rsin Tue, 29 Oct 2024 12:00:23 EST Recently proposed resolutions by the American Dental Association (ADA) aim to remove faculty-to-student ratios in dental hygiene programs and allow ... American Dental Hygienists' Association /articles/dentally-anxious-patients-perceptions-of-oral-health-care/?sc=rsin /articles/dentally-anxious-patients-perceptions-of-oral-health-care/?sc=rsin Tue, 22 Oct 2024 13:25:13 EST American Dental Hygienists' Association /articles/herpes-simplex-virus-1-and-hand-sanitizer-a-pilot-study2/?sc=rsin /articles/herpes-simplex-virus-1-and-hand-sanitizer-a-pilot-study2/?sc=rsin Tue, 22 Oct 2024 13:20:47 EST American Dental Hygienists' Association /articles/adha-board-approves-interim-policies-on-scaling-procedures-and-airway-health-screening/?sc=rsin /articles/adha-board-approves-interim-policies-on-scaling-procedures-and-airway-health-screening/?sc=rsin Tue, 22 Oct 2024 12:00:45 EST American Dental Hygienists' Association /articles/effects-of-ultrasonic-use-on-hearing-loss-in-dental-hygienists-a-matched-pairs-design-study/?sc=rsin /articles/effects-of-ultrasonic-use-on-hearing-loss-in-dental-hygienists-a-matched-pairs-design-study/?sc=rsin Mon, 14 Oct 2024 17:00:00 EST American Dental Hygienists' Association /articles/comparison-of-needle-depth-techniques-for-the-posterior-superior-alveolar-block/?sc=rsin /articles/comparison-of-needle-depth-techniques-for-the-posterior-superior-alveolar-block/?sc=rsin Mon, 14 Oct 2024 17:00:00 EST American Dental Hygienists' Association /articles/intraprofessional-education-experiences-in-dentistry-dental-hygienists-perceptions-of-collaboration-with-dentists/?sc=rsin /articles/intraprofessional-education-experiences-in-dentistry-dental-hygienists-perceptions-of-collaboration-with-dentists/?sc=rsin Mon, 14 Oct 2024 17:00:00 EST American Dental Hygienists' Association /articles/prevalence-of-dental-caries-and-utilization-of-dental-services-among-wic-participating-children-a-scoping-review/?sc=rsin /articles/prevalence-of-dental-caries-and-utilization-of-dental-services-among-wic-participating-children-a-scoping-review/?sc=rsin Mon, 14 Oct 2024 17:00:00 EST American Dental Hygienists' Association /articles/adha-past-president-joann-gurenlian-named-new-cmdl-chair/?sc=rsin /articles/adha-past-president-joann-gurenlian-named-new-cmdl-chair/?sc=rsin Thu, 10 Oct 2024 17:05:03 EST At a recent executive committee meeting of the Coalition for Modernizing Dental Licensure (CMDL), Dr. JoAnn Gurenlian, past president of the American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) and current ADHA director of education, research and advocacy was unanimously elected to serve as the coalition's new chair. American Dental Hygienists' Association /articles/adha-maintains-policy-and-recommendation-of-low-fluoride-levels-for-caries-prevention/?sc=rsin /articles/adha-maintains-policy-and-recommendation-of-low-fluoride-levels-for-caries-prevention/?sc=rsin Wed, 11 Sep 2024 17:00:43 EST The American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA(r)) supports community water fluoridation as a safe and effective method for reducing the incidence of dental caries throughout the lifespan. American Dental Hygienists' Association /articles/the-american-dental-hygienists-association-announces-2024-class-of-professional-fellows/?sc=rsin /articles/the-american-dental-hygienists-association-announces-2024-class-of-professional-fellows/?sc=rsin Fri, 26 Jul 2024 07:05:16 EST The American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA(r)), the largest association representing dental hygienists in the United States, is proud to announce its 2024 class of ADHA Professional Fellows, a distinction earned by ADHA members who have demonstrated exceptional achievement, ongoing commitment to their education, and dedication to the dental hygiene profession. American Dental Hygienists' Association /articles/the-american-dental-hygienists-association-announces-new-leadership-for-2024-2025/?sc=rsin /articles/the-american-dental-hygienists-association-announces-new-leadership-for-2024-2025/?sc=rsin Thu, 25 Jul 2024 07:05:32 EST Erin Haley-Hitz, RDH, BSDH, MS, FADHA, MAADH, begins her one-year term as the 98th president of the member organization. American Dental Hygienists' Association /articles/new-recruiting-initiative-aims-to-improve-dental-hygiene-workforce-shortages-access-to-care/?sc=rsin /articles/new-recruiting-initiative-aims-to-improve-dental-hygiene-workforce-shortages-access-to-care/?sc=rsin Mon, 22 Jul 2024 07:05:28 EST The American Dental Hygienists' Association and Delta Dental Foundation are developing a nationwide program for hygienists to encourage patients to pursue dental hygiene careers. American Dental Hygienists' Association /articles/the-american-dental-hygienists-association-announces-2023-class-of-fellows/?sc=rsin /articles/the-american-dental-hygienists-association-announces-2023-class-of-fellows/?sc=rsin Fri, 07 Jul 2023 08:25:00 EST The American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA(r)) is proud to announce its 2023 Class of Fellows. In this inaugural year of the ADHA Professional Fellows Program, 162 ADHA members representing forty-two states make up the first class with this earned distinction. The distinction honors their ongoing commitment to their education, to the practice of dental hygiene, and to their stellar reputation in areas of ethics, professional responsibility and professional standards. American Dental Hygienists' Association /articles/the-american-dental-hygienists-association-announces-new-leadership-for-2023-2024/?sc=rsin /articles/the-american-dental-hygienists-association-announces-new-leadership-for-2023-2024/?sc=rsin Thu, 06 Jul 2023 08:15:34 EST On July 5, as the 2023 ADHA Annual Conference got underway at McCormick Place in Chicago celebrating the association's 100th anniversary, the American Dental Hygienists' Association installed a new Board of Directors, along with ADHA's new slate of officers for the fiscal year. Newly installed president, Becky Smith, CRDH, EdD, FADHA, spoke in both English and Spanish to the national and state leaders who attended the ceremony, focusing on the power of unity. American Dental Hygienists' Association /articles/american-dental-hygienists-association-announces-the-passing-of-adha-ceo-ann-battrell/?sc=rsin /articles/american-dental-hygienists-association-announces-the-passing-of-adha-ceo-ann-battrell/?sc=rsin Thu, 08 Jun 2023 14:05:42 EST It is with profound sadness that the American Dental Hygienists' Association announces that ADHA CEO, Ann Battrell, M.S.D.H., passed away June 7, 2023. She had recently announced to ADHA leadership that she was extending her medical leave to focus on her health. A tribute is planned July 7, 2023, during the Opening General Session of the ADHA 2023 Annual Conference at McCormick Place in Chicago, to celebrate Ann Battrell's life, leadership and legacy in the dental hygiene profession and ADHA. American Dental Hygienists' Association /articles/american-dental-hygienists-association-celebrates-100-years/?sc=rsin /articles/american-dental-hygienists-association-celebrates-100-years/?sc=rsin Tue, 17 Jan 2023 14:20:51 EST Founded in 1923, the American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA(r)) celebrates a century as the largest national professional association for registered dental hygienists (RDH). For 100 years, ADHA has been a leading advocate for advancing the dental hygiene profession, oral health and overall health. American Dental Hygienists' Association /articles/american-dental-hygienists-association-teams-up-with-heartland-dental-for-student-and-professional-education-and-events/?sc=rsin /articles/american-dental-hygienists-association-teams-up-with-heartland-dental-for-student-and-professional-education-and-events/?sc=rsin Tue, 10 Jan 2023 12:35:06 EST CHICAGO - The ADHA(r) is proud to announce its partnership with Heartland Dental, to launch student and professional education programs and events throughout 2023. American Dental Hygienists' Association /articles/american-dental-hygienists-association-teams-up-with-colgate-for-national-dental-hygiene-month-2022/?sc=rsin /articles/american-dental-hygienists-association-teams-up-with-colgate-for-national-dental-hygiene-month-2022/?sc=rsin Mon, 03 Oct 2022 09:00:25 EST The American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA(r)) is proud to announce its partnership with Colgate(r) Oral Pharmaceuticals, Inc. for National Dental Hygiene Month (NDHM) this October. This year's focus is built on the theme of Empowerment. American Dental Hygienists' Association