In a shocking move, Utah has become the first state to ban community water fluoridation.

The American Academy of Dental Hygiene Inc celebrates leadership, mentorship, and scholarship with the prestigious SHIP Award. This annual honor recognizes graduate dental hygiene students who inspire and elevate the profession through…

We’re giving 10% off and a 30 oz Stanley Tumbler to dental hygienists who register for the 2025 Dimensions’ Discovery EXPO with the early-bird discount before March 31. * Simply visit DimensionsDiscoveryEXPO.com, select a 2-day general…

The University of Georgia’s new Manual Dexterity Through Art certificate program helps pre-dental students refine their hand skills through ceramics, jewelry making, and printmaking. This unique collaboration between the Pre-Professional…

Legislators across the country are embracing dental therapy as a practical way to expand access to care, especially in underserved communities. With bipartisan support growing, multiple states are advancing legislation to authorize dental…

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene is pleased to announce the addition of Kandis Garland, RDH, MS, DHSc, CDIPC, to its Editorial Advisory Board. She is an educator, author, and speaker. Garland’s career spans 26 years as a dental hygienist and…

Dental hygiene students from West Virginia University and other institutions took their passion for oral health beyond the clinic by advocating for improved access to care at the state capitol.

A growing number of actors, including Aimee Lou Wood, are rejecting cosmetic perfection and embracing their natural teeth. What does this shift mean for esthetic dentistry?

Workforce shortages, legislative threats, and evolving professional autonomy are shaping the future of dental hygiene. While challenges persist, positive strides are underway.

A newly reintroduced federal bill aims to tackle dental workforce shortages and improve access to care for underserved populations. The Action for Dental Health Act of 2025 would allocate funding through an oral health workforce grant…