6 dental hygienists honored with the 2025 GUM/RDH Award of Distinction
Since its launch in 2002, the GUM/RDH Award of Distinction has stood as one of the most respected honors in the dental hygiene profession across the United States and Canada.…
A century of subordination: The historical barriers to dental hygienists’ autonomy
Part 2 of 6 It shouldn’t take a man to say this, but here we are The irony of a white, cisgender man addressing the entrenched sexism in dentistry is…
Illinois correctional facilities: More dental hygienists needed, and other barriers to care
Other barriers to sufficient care Perceptions are not the only barriers to inmates receiving oral health care treatments. There may be financial barriers in facilities that prevent inmates from seeking…
Dental hygienists need to push for oral health equity
Acknowledgement of disparities The acknowledgement of social determinants of health, especially in the dental realm, by several major health organizations is groundbreaking. Reports by the US Surgeon General, CDC, and…
An international dentist’s journey through networking: A letter of appreciation to dental hygienists
Conferences: Igniting (my) passion Attending dental conferences has been transformative for me professionally and personally. As an introvert who initially knew very few dental hygienists, I was apprehensive about stepping…
Ways dental hygienists can keep burnout away, for good
Goodbye, burnout! This hygienist used to work in the hospitality industry. There, she learned firsthand how a strong commitment to exceptional service can shape one’s understanding of the role relationships…