Perspectives

The success of the dental health aide therapist has ignited its expansion across native communities in the United States.

By including dental hygienists in its dental school faculty, A.T. Still University Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health is expanding opportunities for dental hygienists and improving dental education.

As dental hygienists, we understand the importance of oral health as a component of overall health, and the absolute necessity of professional oral health care services to maintain that health.

The past year has seen the expansion of the midlevel practitioner and scope of practice for dental hygienists.

School-based sealant programs are effective in the fight against tooth decay, but state regulations and policies interfere with their implementation.

Tribal Washington State dental therapists go the extra mile to help underserved populations.

Michigan takes a step forward to increasing access to oral health care with the passage of dental therapist legislation.

Arizona is making a difference in the oral health of its most vulnerable children through an innovative program.

Michigan is improving the oral health of pregnant women and their children through Public Dental Prevention Programs.

As the number of older adults living in long-term care facilities continues to grow, dental hygienists are well positioned to provide care to this vulnerable population.