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Jill Rethman, RDH, BA, FADHA

Jill Rethman, RDH, BA, FADHA, has been involved in dental hygiene for more than 40 years—from clinical practice to speaking to publishing. She currently serves as the editor in chief for Dimensions of Dental Hygiene:. A visiting clinical instructor of dental hygiene at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine and assistant professor at Ohio State University, Rethman is also a past president of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association. She is the president elect of the International Federation of Dental Hygienists. Rethman has published extensively in dental hygiene and dental journals as well as textbook chapters. She speaks both domestically and internationally on topics ranging from periodontal updates to patient motivation.

Editor's Note

Small Steps, Big Impact

Oct 11, 2018

While I’ve long appreciated the role that physical therapy plays in prevention and rehabilitation, I never truly realized how vital physical therapists are until recently.

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A Duty to Protect the Public

Sep 7, 2018

Part of the mission statement of the Arizona Board of Dental Examiners states: “…to protect the oral health, safety and welfare of Arizona citizens through a fair and impartial system.”

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Vital Links in Communication

Aug 13, 2018

Experts in communication, speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are integral members of the therapy team. Communication is not merely forming words and pronouncing them, it’s essential to a productive life.

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The Spirit of Giving

Jul 19, 2018

I wrote this memo from Columbus, Ohio, where I attended the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) Annual Meeting with the team from Dimensions of Dental Hygiene.

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Helping Patients Dance Again

Jun 5, 2018

In the April issue of Dimensions of Dental Hygiene, I highlighted the work of respiratory therapists and how they are partners in the care we provide.

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Diabetes and Dental Visits

May 10, 2018

In our professional lives, we may take our knowledge for granted, expecting that others know what we know.

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Reflecting on Progress Made in Kids’ Oral Health

Apr 26, 2018

As oral health professionals, we know that achieving good oral health for children is sometimes not a simple proposition.

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RTs Are Our Partners in Care

Apr 8, 2018

I recently experienced a life lesson when my older brother suffered a debilitating health crisis.

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Promoting Dental Hygiene

Mar 1, 2018

Most oral health professionals don't consider themselves public relations (PR) experts. After all, our role is to prevent and treat disease. Yet our efforts to improve oral health can be seen as a PR opportunity.

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