As we navigate these challenging times, the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is deeply appreciative of the amazing dedication and commitment of our new and long-time dental industry partners. CDHA is grateful for these professional partnerships, which yield so many benefits for our members. “These strategic relationships are invaluable in advancing the dental hygiene profession … Read more
The purpose of this document is to provide guidance to dental hygienists who are planning for the return to practice. This document outlines the conditions under which dental hygiene care may be provided. Dental hygienists who are unable to meet these conditions must not return to practice. Guiding Principles Oral healthcare providers must follow directives … Read more
Return to Work Guidance A comprehensive downloadable Return to Work Handbook, including questions to ask your employer, is now available for CDHA members. This handbook complements the Return to Work webpage providing interim guidance for dental hygienists considering a return to work during the COVID19 pandemic and includes questions to ask your employer. To view … Read more
Dental hygienists have questions about why some jurisdictions have stronger protections for a return to work than will be in place here in B.C. Other provinces require N95 masks for all procedures, and the absence of such a requirement in B.C. is worrying to members of the BC Dental Hygienists Association. “The big concern here … Read more
Today’s national employment numbers indicate that 2 million more Canadians are unemployed and seeking work as of April. The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is calling on employers to maintain workplace-sponsored health and dental benefits so that Canadians can continue receiving the services and treatments they need for good oral and overall health. “In Canada, … Read more
Amid our present-day pandemic, the disease of oral and oropharyngeal cancer once again has a much larger adversary. April has come and gone with very little focus on it being Oral Cancer Awareness Month. All attention understandably has been on the COVID-19 pandemic. However, globally, the picture of oral and oropharyngeal cancer is very troubling. … Read more
Provincial Re-Opening Announcements As provinces announce their frameworks and timeframes for re-opening across the country, CDHA is actively reviewing and assessing relevant information for dental hygienists. We know that the priorities of many relate to the supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) and infection prevention and control (IPC) guidance. In a recent meeting, and subsequent … Read more
WE WILL BE PRESENTING OUR MAY ISSUE OF ORAL HYGIENE EXCLUSIVELY ON OUR WEBSITE! At a time of challenge, having the right information and inspiration is more vital than ever! As always, we are committed to bringing Canada’s dental hygienists the best editorial content, designed to help you hone clinical skills, introduce new products and … Read more
In response to the COVID-19 Pandemic, CADH donated PPE to Trillium Health Partners and Chartwell Retirement Residences; Will offer free dental hygiene services to all healthcare workers in Mississauga CADH, one of Canada’s leading Dental Hygiene colleges located in Mississauga, announces the donation of over 30,000 critical PPE sourced from its own supplies, including gloves and gowns, in … Read more
Urgent request for Volunteers to Assist with COVID-19 from Dr. Theresa Tam, Chief Public Health Officer CDHA received a letter from the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) asking to reach out to our members with this call for assistance. There is an urgent need for people to help augment capacity at provincial and territorial … Read more
Let’s make the most of this downtime and challenge ourselves to expand our knowledge. Please join our Oral Health Consultant and RDH Lucy Pavao for a 1 hour webinar LIVE on Instagram and Facebook Wednesday April 1st at 1PM EST. You will feel empowered by the end of the session through gaining knowledge and awareness … Read more
A group of green-minded students is working to reduce the carbon footprint of the Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry in the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences. The Student Environmental Group was created earlier this year to look at ways to decrease the amount of waste in the college. They’re focused on what is being thrown away in … Read more
When treating an individual with autism, having an in-depth talk with the client or client’s caregiver prior to the appointment is crucial to having a successful appointment. Autistic individuals often have sensory issues so knowing what they are is so important as to not overwhelm the client during the appointment. Questions such as: Is the … Read more
Crosscheck complete. Ready for departure from one of the most remarkable adventures I’ve had the privilege of embarking on. I’m faced with the incredibly challenging task of describing what seems to be an indescribable dream; a blur of circumstances sous vide in emotions that I had forgotten I was capable of feeling. Hold your hands … Read more
With the ball drop at midnight and the off-key vocals of “Auld Lang Syne” bidding farewell to 2019, we enter a time of both reflection on what the previous year brought, as well as turning our sights to the future bringing new growth, new challenges and new opportunities. As we enter the year 2020 and, … Read more
‘‘The # 1 secret to overcoming cost objections is to actively listen to your clients/patients and simply create value that exceeds their expectations.” — John DiLemme At the end of a great treatment presentation, you might think a patient is ready to say yes and instead, you hear a statement like this, “I know I … Read more
According to CDHA, the key responsibilities of dental hygienists are health promotion, education, clinical therapy, research, change agent, and administration. The following five hygienists are amazing dental hygiene professionals who have definitely demonstrated their commitment to continuous improvement. They have also elevated the roles of researcher and change agent to new heights, by offering ideas … Read more
Join forces with the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) to help us recognize, for the third year in a row, dental hygiene health care superheroes in communities across Canada. Championed by your oral health defender CDHA and sponsored by Sensodyne®, the Dental Hygiene Superhero competition celebrates dental hygienists who educate and empower their clients to … Read more
If you took a look at USC’s dental hygiene program in the fall, you might not have recognized it: It’s gone through a number of noteworthy changes. First off, the class is smaller: 20 students comprise the Class of 2021. “We’re very excited because there’s going to be more personalized eduUcation and more one-on-one time … Read more
The federal economy minister is expected to approve a proposal to adapt the basket of products that are used to calculate the consumer price index (CPI), which determines the rate of inflation. A body known as the Index Commission, made up of academics, employers and union representatives, regularly reviews the basket of products – now … Read more