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CDHA is the collective national voice of more than 29,251 dental hygienists working in Canada, directly representing 20,000 individual members, including students. Since 1963, CDHA has worked to advance the profession and promote the importance of oral health.

COVID-19-Related Learning

To support you in maintaining and improving your competence in coronavirus-related issues and evidence-based practice, CDHA has now compiled free, credible continuing quality improvement activities on our website. New learning opportunities will be added as they become available so check back often.

Notice of AGM

CDHA's annual general meeting will be held virtually on Saturday, October 3, 2020, at 12:00 noon ET. View details and proxy form

Oral Self-Care

The COVID-19 pandemic has created enormous stress and disrupted many of our daily habits and routines for health and wellness. Are you eating more frequently? Drinking more sugary beverages? Craving unhealthy foods? Eating more carbs? These changes to your diet can have a huge impact on your oral health. Read More

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Dental Hygiene Regulatory Chart: 2020 Update

CDHA’s updated regulatory chart, Dental Hygiene Profession in Canada, is now available in English and French. It contains information on dental hygiene regulation, workforce size, and variations in scope of practice across Canada, thanks to information provided annually by Canada’s dental hygiene regulatory authorities.

Take Control: Caries Prevention & Management Webinar

Our latest FREE webinar, sponsored by Oral Science, focuses on the etiology and pathogenesis of carious lesions. Using evidence-based information, learn how to prevent, control, remineralize, and even arrest active decay. Once you register for this webinar, you will have up to one year to access it.

New PPE Service Codes

In light of new infection prevention and control requirements prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic, CDHA and the National Service Codes Committee have approved the creation of two new dental hygiene codes to help independent dental hygienists recoup some of the expenses associated with the purchase of personal protective equipment (PPE). The addendum outlining these new service codes is available in English and French.

World Cavity-Free Future Day

SThis year, to support World Cavity-Free Future Day (October 14), the Alliance for a Cavity-Free Future (ACFF) is launching a video competition called “Smiles Across Generations.” The alliance hopes to collect 30-second video submissions from audiences across the globe, explaining how they look after their teeth. Entries will be received from July 1 until August 31. You can view a sample video and learn more about how to enter on the ACFF website.

News Releases

Dental Hygienists and Dental Industry: A Partnership for Progress
June 10, 2020 - As we navigate these challenging times, the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is deeply appreciative of the amazing dedication and commitment of our new and long-time dental industry partners.

Health Benefits Trend - COVID-19
May 12, 2020 - Today’s national employment numbers indicate that 2 million more Canadians are unemployed and seeking work as of April. The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is calling on employers to maintain workplace-sponsored health and dental benefi

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Safety Alerts

Coronavirus – Updates and information for dental hygienists
June 25, 2020 - CDHA is actively reviewing and assessing relevant information for dental hygienists related to the 2019 Novel Coronavirus infection.

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