Dental Hygiene Canada

10/07/2025

Dental hygienists are your essential primary health care providers and partners in prevention.

Expanding the Scope of Practice for Dental Hygienists in Ontario

A Dental Hygienist is a registered oral health care professional whose primary focus is preventing and treating oral diseases. We help you maintain healthy teeth and gums and protect your overall health. 💪🦷

Right now, the Government of Ontario is reviewing proposed changes that would finally allow dental hygienists to:
✨ Order dental X-rays
✨ Administer local anesthetic
✨ Serve as Radiation Protection Officers

These changes would make oral health care more accessible, efficient, and equitable especially for:
👵 Seniors and residents in long-term care
🏡 Rural and northern communities
🧑‍🦽 Individuals with disabilities
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Low-income and underserved families

🗣 How can you help?
You can share your feedback directly with the Government of Ontario by visiting the consultation page:

👉 www.ontario.ca/page/consultations
Click “Submit as a guest” and share your thoughts on the proposed changes before November 3, 2025.

I AM A DENTAL HYGIENIST. 💜
I EDUCATE AND EMPOWER CANADIANS TO EMBRACE THEIR ORAL HEALTH FOR BETTER OVERALL HEALTH AND WELL-BEING.

10/03/2025

5 quick facts you should know about dental hygienists:

1) Provide preventive oral care and education
2) Work in clinics, hospitals, long-term care facilities
3) Collaborate across health care
4) Are licensed and highly educated
5) Are the 6th largest regulated health profession in Canada

Read more in our newest bilingual fact sheet!
https://www.dentalhygienecanada.ca/dhcanada/DHCanada/Your_Dental_Hygienist/Your_Oral_Health_Team.aspx

The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) will help ease financial barriers to accessing oral health care for eligible Canadian residents

10/03/2025

Happy ! Celebrated on the first Friday of October, it’s a beautiful reminder that even the smallest smile can make a big difference. Your dental hygienist plays a key role in helping you keep that radiant smile healthy! 😀

10/01/2025

Today is —a time to recognize and celebrate older adults across Canada. Your dental hygienist plays a key role in maintaining your oral health through preventive care. Dental Hygiene Canada offers a variety of helpful resources, including daily care tips, advice for long-term care, and information on managing dry mouth and caring for dentures. https://www.dentalhygienecanada.ca/DHCanada/DHCanada/Oral_Health_for_Life/Seniors/seniorsOralHealth.aspx

09/05/2025

School is back in session! Dental Hygiene Canada has a number of resources to help kids create good oral health routines for back to school and sports activities. Check out our sports guards' resource, toothbrush tool kit, and much more at: dentalhygienecanada.ca/kids & dentalhygienecanada.ca/mouthguards

07/01/2025

Have a fun and safe Canada Day!

06/27/2025

Members in the News
Kudos and thanks to Meg Kreutziger at To The Root Dental Hygiene and to the organizers and every dental hygienist committed to improving access to oral health care through participation in Gift From the Heart National Day of Giving tomorrow on June 28.

Thank you all for opening your hearts and offering free services to those in need. And Meg, your clinic may be tiny but your impact is mighty. 💜

A local dental hygienist is giving back to the community by offering her services free of charge to those who need them on June 28.

06/18/2025

June is Seniors’ Month, a time to recognize, celebrate, and support older adults. It is essential to take care of your oral health, especially as you age. We offer a variety of oral health resources for seniors. Check them out here: https://www.dentalhygienecanada.ca/seniors

06/18/2025

View video of yesterday's full press conference.

And read some of the media coverage in Oral Health Group https://www.oralhealthgroup.com/dental-industry/cdha-rejects-claims-of-widespread-hygienist-shortage-calls-for-better-work-environments-1003987572/ and Newsy Today highlighting: Pro Tip: Consider offering competitive compensation packages, implementing wellness programs, and fostering a supportive work environment to retain valuable dental hygienists. https://www.newsy-today.com/dental-hygienists-association-says-reports-of-worker-shortage-is-misinformation-health-news/

06/17/2025

A Voice for the Profession!

CDHA's press conference, hosted today on Parliament Hill, touched on a range of important issues—from the evolving role of dental hygienists in national programs like the CDCP to workforce sustainability, upholding safe practice standards, and the importance of evidence-based policy. The event has already generated 33 press clippings, from the Toronto Star to the Winnipeg Free Press and Oral Health Group. Read the media release and speaking notes and view the press conference recording at www.cdha.ca/press

During our day of meetings with Parliamentarians from various parties and regions across Canada, including MPs Jake Sawatzky, Anna Roberts, Jonathon Rowe, Ted Falk and Dr. Jacques Ramsay, we spoke about the dental hygiene profession in Canada, access to oral health care in rural and remote regions, the importance of preventive dental hygiene care for seniors, the financial impact of caps on international students on dental hygiene programs across Canada, workplace issues for dental hygienists, national licensure, and more.

Above all, CDHA stated our commitment to advancing the oral health of Canadians.

06/11/2025

Every ounce of kindness matters.

💜 Today, I was reminded of the incredible strength it takes to ask for help.

At Gift from the Heart, we welcomed individuals who walked through our doors with courage in their hearts and pain in their smiles.

Asking for help isn’t weakness—it’s one of the bravest things a person can do.
Today, we witnessed tears, hugs, and joy as pain was relieved, dignity was restored, and hope was rekindled.

To every person who trusts us with their care:
We see you. We honour you. And we promise—there is no judgment, no agenda, only help.

Because no one should suffer alone. And no one should have to die from a toothache.

06/11/2025

It’s Pride Month! This month is dedicated to spreading awareness of the LGBTQ+ community. Dental hygienists are committed to practicing the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion.