Time for a Change? Exploring Orthodontics as a Dental Hygienist
Now, more than ever, we keep hearing and reading about how dental hygienists are leaving the profession. New and ever-changing guidelines, critical Quality Assurance programs, … more
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8 Simple Secrets to Being Indispensable in the Dental Practice – Part 2
In the last issue of Oral Hygiene, the introduction to this topic and Secret #1 was revealed. If you missed it, be sure to look … more
Level Up Your Clients
Confession. I eat chocolate every day and I don’t feel guilty. I also don’t make my clients feel guilty about having a sweet tooth. That’s … more
Sunstar’s World Dental Hygienist Awards Returns
The international oral healthcare company, Sunstar, announced that the World Dental Hygienist Awards (WDHA) is returning in 2024, after a pandemic-related hiatus. The WDHA recognizes … more
Introducing izzo®: The 4-in-1 Oral Care System That’s Transforming the At-Home Dental Hygiene Routine
izzo®, a partner to Premier Dental®, a global developer, manufacturer, and distributor of dental and medical products, is pleased to introduce izzo®: a professionally inspired … more
The HSO Deemed Oral Health Essential to Quality of Life in Long-Term Care
The Health Standards Organization (HSO) has updated the Long-Term Care Services standard, and the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is pleased. “This standard, produced following … more
Stay Sharp: Technical Guidelines and Workplace Strategies for the Clinical Dental Hygienist. (Part 9)
Q: I am an experienced, technically-sound dental hygienist, so why do I have so many periodontitis clients that still have active disease on a three-month … more
Dentist Donates Over 320 Oral Hygiene Packs to Students in Need
Dr. Chandanjit Sra donated more than 320 oral hygiene kits to students at Chilliwack Central Elementary Community School this week, according to Canada Today. Dr. … more
New Degree for Dental Hygienists Looking for a Career Shift to Public Health and Other Oral Health Care Opportunities
George Brown is responding to changes underway in the oral health-care sector by launching a new degree completion program aimed specifically at dental hygienists. The … more
Montreal Dental Hygienists Give Back to the Community with Free Oral Hygiene Clinic
For dental hygienist Tayyaba Fiaz and about 50 other volunteers, giving back means holding a free oral hygiene clinic at John Abbott College for people … more
Diabetes & Dental Hygiene
November is Diabetes Awareness Month—an ideal time for dental hygienists across Canada to remind us of the important connections between diabetes and oral health. According … more
Philips Sonicare Cordless Power Flosser 3000
Flossing isn’t the most appealing and enjoyable task for patients, so how about a cordless, handheld option that essentially does the work for you? With … more
Improving the Client Experience
What do you think of when you hear the words “client experience”? The client experience is defined in various ways, but a simple way to … more
8 Simple Secrets to Being Indispensable in the Dental Practice
Today, more than ever, is our chance to shine! I am confident that you have experienced, and probably still are experiencing, sub-service in many different … more
And the Award Goes to…Congratulations to the Cellerant Best of Class Hygiene Award Winners!
Since the inaugural presentation in 2009, the Cellerant Best of Class Technology Awards have grown to occupy a unique space in the dental industry by … more
Job Market Update: You’re in High Demand, Now What?
It’s no surprise to anyone that the dental job market is in a state of flux these days. COVID threw a wrench in everyone’s plans, … more
Are You Aligned? Here’s How You Can Get Every Member of Your Practice Team Working from the Same Playbook!
THE CHALLENGE: Bringing together a group of team members representing different educational backgrounds, clinical experiences, patient care philosophies, and work ethics to provide a consistent … more
How to Make the Most Out of Your Dental Hygiene Appointment with Technology!
Dental hygienists certainly work diligently each day to create health and prevent disease in our patients. Despite our best efforts, we have staggering current statistics … more
Stay Sharp: Technical Guidelines and Workplace Strategies for the Clinical Dental Hygienist. (Part 7)
Q: I work in a large practice with many hygienists, and we do not align on the interval timing for a re-evaluation appointment. We seem … more
Stop Using the “F” Word.
If your dental fairy godmother popped out of your compressor room tomorrow and granted you three dental hygiene-related wishes, what would they be? New instruments? … more