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Hygienist Hub

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Norfolk Native Leads the Fight for Oral Health Standards as ADHA President

June 5, 2025—From a small midwestern town to a national leader, Norfolk celebrates their own, Erin Haley-Hitz.

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Direct Access, Direct Impact: How the DDH Compact Is Reshaping Dental Hygiene

June 4, 2025—Advocating for hygienists' nationwide flexibility with DDH Compact support to reduce licensing barriers.

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Pride in Practice: A Dental Hygienist’s Journey as an LGBTQIA+ Ally and Parent

June 1, 2025—Creating a safer, more inclusive and affirming healthcare space for all patients.

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There’s a Code for That? New Codes in 2025, Preview for 2026

May 22, 2025—Learn the latest from ADHA's liaison to the ADA’s code Maintenance Committee including additions, revisions and deletions to the CDT codes.

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Atraumatic and Minimally Invasive Restorations for Managing Early Childhood Caries

May 20, 2025—Dental hygienists are vital in leading essential minimally invasive care, expanding treatment access for underserved populations.

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What 2,000 RDHs Revealed in a State of Work Report

May 16, 2025—A new report uncovers the real challenges hygienists are facing today, including burnout, compensation concerns and career growth.

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Inspiring the Future as a Hygienist Inspired Ambassador

May 6, 2025—One dental hygienist's journey as an Ambassador is opening doors, changing lives, and helping build the profession through mentorship.

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Defending Dental Health in Post-Fluoridation Utah

May 2, 2025—Hygienists must adapt their preventive approach to protect vulnerable populations when there is no community protection.

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For Public & Profession: A Battle Well Fought in Nevada

April 30, 2025—Hygienists unite to successfully remove scaling language from dental bill, securing unanimous Assembly approval through strategic professional advocacy.

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Redefining the Front Line: Transforming Our Approach to Oral and Oropharyngeal Cancer

April 11, 2025—With oral cancer on the rise, dental hygienists must be leaders on the front lines.

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Small Wonder, Mighty Hygienists: The Need for Progress in Delaware

April 3, 2025—Empowering hygienists is key to expanding care for thousands of underserved Delawareans.

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Dear Graduates. Welcome to the Profession. Your Voice Matters.

March 31, 2025—Step up to shape the future of the profession you've worked so hard to join.

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