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Place-Based Model of Care
Providing oral health services to residents of long-term care facilities is another option for expanding the role of dental hygienists.
Teledentistry-Assisted Affiliated Practice Model
This innovative program enables Arizona residents to receive necessary dental care through a low-cost, dental hygiene-based approach.
Teledentistry and Mid-Level Providers
In this practice setting, dental hygienists can reach individuals with little access to professional oral health care services.
Partnership Building
Dental service organizations have many benefits to offer to both clinicians and patients.
Shaping the Future of Dental Hygiene Practice
Self-regulation is key to ensuring the health and longevity of the dental hygiene profession.
Rise of the Public Health Dental Hygienist
The changing health care system is providing new opportunities for this oral health professional.
Rules of Reimbursement
Sustainability of the dental hygiene profession is directly related to the ability to bill and receive payment for services.
The Role of Supervision
Through an understanding of supervision requirements, dental hygienists are better able to navigate the world of expanded function opportunities.
Educational Standards For New Providers
The Federal Trade Commission ensures the educational standards for dental therapy do not hamper the ability of these clinicians to best serve the public.
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