Welcome to the Independent Practice Network (IPN)

Support for independent dental hygienists and dental hygiene business owners is a high priority for CDHA. Shape your own journey with resources from the Independent Practice Network, including fundamental business courses, resource guides, and other entrepreneurial advice.

Employees of a dental hygiene clinic, independent contractors or business owners will find the resources they need in independent practice network.

Your Independent Practice Network (IPN) inquiries can be directed to CDHA’s Professional Practice Advisor, Kelly Turner, RDH.

Dental Hygiene Business Ownership Information

Employment Status

Learn how the CRA defines employees vs. self-employed workers. Find sample contracts and more for your dental hygiene career.

Business Planning

Make sure you get the best advice as you create your business plan. Start your research on topics such as the Market, Incorporating and Financing options.

Business Courses & Resource Guides

Business Fundamentals and Business Growth courses will get you started from business planning to support as you expand your business. Are you interested in a mobile practice? Check out the Mobile Practice Resource.

Business Presentations

Presentations on topics chosen to inform, inspire, encourage, educate, and entertain independent dental hygienists and business-minded entrepreneurs.

Business Protection Insurance

From mobile practices to multi-provider clinics, CDHA helps meet your insurance needs. Learn how to reduce risk and get a quote today!

Insurance Claims & Billing Set-Up

Learn how to submit claims, set-up electronic billing with CDHA-ACDHnet^™ and sign up for the Health Canada's Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB). Find the CDHA National List of Service Codes, insurance claim forms and how to sign up as a provider for the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP).

More Exclusive Resources for Independent Practice Network Members

Independent Practice Online Community Access

Membership in the Independent Practice Online Community of independent dental hygienists creating, collaborating, and connecting from across Canada.

Independent Dental Hygiene Practice Committee (IDHPAC)

Do you have experience to share? Consider joining the IDHPAC committee to support the growing number of independent practitioners and/or business owners.

Group Purchasing Discounts

Access to exclusive discounts from major brands - Henry Shein and GUM^®.

Free Posting on Dental Hygiene Canada

Advertise your business on CDHA’s “Find An Independent Dental Hygienist” online practice registry.