Perspectives Raising the Bar Efforts are underway to add a doctoral level to dental hygiene education.
Perspectives The Value of Interprofessional Education Dental hygienists with an interprofessional education are able to provide patient care in concert with nurse…
Perspectives Dental Hygiene Shifts Into High Gear Expanding the function of dental hygienists is shaping the profession's future.
Perspectives Transforming Dental Hygiene Education The federal government, academic administration, research, and organized dental hygiene all play a role in the…
Perspectives Planning For The Future The American Dental Hygienists' Association's strategic plan plots the course for the profession's next 100 years.
Perspectives Building On The Dental Hygiene Base Expanded function models can ease the access-to-care problems faced throughout the United States.
Perspectives Educational Standards For New Providers The Federal Trade Commission ensures the educational standards for dental therapy do not hamper the ability of…
Perspectives The Role of Supervision Through an understanding of supervision requirements, dental hygienists are better able to navigate the world of…
Perspectives Rules of Reimbursement Sustainability of the dental hygiene profession is directly related to the ability to bill and receive payment for…
Perspectives Rise of the Public Health Dental Hygienist The changing health care system is providing new opportunities for this oral health professional.
