Serving the Miccosukee Tribe as Their RDH

November 20, 2023—I grew up in southwestern Florida, only 40 miles from the Miccosukee Tribal lands. At first, these residents of the Everglades intrigued me. Then I spent 10 years with them.

Evidence-Based Self-Care Recommendations Matter: Findings from IFDH Global Surveys

November 8, 2023—The IFDH conducted five global surveys related to dental hygienists’ preventive self-care recommendations and whether those are evidence based. The findings are surprising and include recommendations.

Advocacy in Action – Urging CMS to Educate Providers on 2024 Medicare Updates

October 25, 2023—ADHA submitted comments to CMS on proposals and request for information on Medicare Parts A & B Payment for Dental Services as draft 2024 Physician Fee Schedule is prepared.

An Interview with ADHA District II Director and Inaugural Fellow

October 16, 2023—LCDR Erin Heap, active member of the Dental Hygiene Professional Advisory Group for the USPHS spoke with Carolynn Wahl about her dental hygiene journey, the ADHA Professional Fellows Program and recent induction as a Fellow.

Routine Dental X-rays May Lead to Unnecessary Dental Procedures in Younger Children

October 4, 2023—Providing value-based healthcare is a priority. Given limited resources to meet the demand for services, low-value health care procedures are being examined and targeted for de-implementation.

Reshaping Perceptions: A Latina’s Dental Hygiene Journey

September 27, 2023—Oral health care was not a priority in Carmen's childhood in Puerto Rico, but her perception was reshaped by education, experience and a kind uncle who set her on a path to dental hygiene.