The United States Coast Guard has partnered with the University of Minnesota to integrate dental therapists into its healthcare delivery model. The 5-year initiative aims to address provider shortages, strengthen operational readiness, and redefine…
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California Pioneers New Workforce Models
With the registered dental hygienist in alternative practice, California remains ahead of the curve in expanding the roles of dental hygienists.
Providing Comprehensive Care
Integrating oral health care and incorporating dental professionals into the provision of medicine will improve patient outcomes.
The Journey Continues
The path to gaining expanded levels of practice may not be linear, but it is moving forward.
Achieving the Triple Aim
Dental accountable care organizations strive to improve patient experience and health outcomes while reducing costs.
A Dental Hygienist in All Settings
Dental hygienists are following the lead of nurse practitioners in advancing their scope of practice.
Eliminate Barriers to Care
Public health dental hygienists are helping to improve the access of vulnerable populations to dental services.
Representing Dental Hygienists
The ADHA ensures that dental hygiene has a seat at the table in the rapidly changing world of health care.
Dental Navigator
Public health dental hygienist practitioners in Pennsylvania can help improve access to oral health care and patient outcomes by serving as dental navigators in medical offices.
Impact of Racial Disparities
Access to care is a significant problem in the United States, particularly among communities of color.
Changing the Tide
The adoption of midlevel practitioner models helps American Indian/Alaskan Native communities lead the way in improving oral health.
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