Welcome to The Illinois Dental Hygienists' Association!
A strong community of dental hygienists here to support your career.
New Professional Category Launch
Dental hygienists getting started in their career can SAVE 35% on national, state AND local dues for two years after graduation!
New grads deserve all the savings that they can get - yet it's a critical time for building connections, leadership skills and learning the ropes. This membership gives you all the pro-level benefits, from resources to continuing education and networking opportunities—at a fraction of the cost.
Important Updates: Navigating Recent ADA Resolutions and ADHA RecommendationsNovember 19, 2024 Dear Colleagues, I hope this message finds you well. We recognize the recent concerns raised regarding the resolutions passed by the American Dental Association (ADA), as highlighted by the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA), our esteemed national organization. These developments hold significant implications for our profession and the patients we serve if enacted into law. In her follow-up communication, ADHA President Erin Haley-Hitz shared vital recommendations for dental hygienists nationwide. As we navigate these challenges together, I encourage you to consider the following actions: 1. Join or Renew Your Membership with ADHA 2. Hold Meaningful and Respectful Conversations with your Employer 3. Seek Additional Information As dental hygienists, our shared commitment to patient care and professional integrity remains steadfast. Let us use this opportunity to unite, advocate, and strengthen the future of dental hygiene. Thank you for your dedication to our profession and for taking these important steps forward. Sincerely,
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Licensed to Care: Dental Hygienists Do More Than Clean Teeth |
Member BenefitWatch our Recent Event on Dental Hygiene: On the Cusp of Improving Patient Care in IllinoisThe participants of this course had the opportunity to speak with subject matter experts to share their thoughts on the future of patient care in Illinois |
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Are you interested in joining?We would like to invite you to the only association in Illinois that is dedicated to protecting and promoting the dental hygiene profession, committed to you and your professional success. With an IDHA membership, you are investing in your professional future. |
Learn about the importance of Public Health Dental Hygienists in the health center setting. Video courtesy of the Illinois Primary Health Care Association |
ADVOCACY IN ACTION
UPDATE!!! The Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact now has TEN states!!
Ohio became the tenth state to join the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact, which support license portability by allowing dental professionals to practice in participating states instead of obtaining individual licenses in each state.
Legislation has been enacted in the following states: Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Minnesota, Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia, Washington & Wisconsin.
Keep the legislation rolling and join the movement! Learn more at ddhcompact.org.
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Legislation and government regulations are affecting the scope and future of the practice of dental hygiene. Defend the investment you have made in the dental hygiene profession! |
Watch our public service announcement regarding the Public Health Dental Hygienist! Watch the following video regarding the dental assistant coronal scaling addition to the IL Dental Practice Act. Note that starting January 2023, Dental Assistants (DAs) must have a 32-hour Coronal Scaling certification to perform coronal scaling on children. DAs with a 16-hour scaling certificate were NOT "grandfathered in" and may NOT continue providing coronal scaling until they complete the requirements for the new certification. | President Lori McNamara's Message for 2024 Viva Learning Online Course: Implicit Bias
Sexual Harassment Prevention: The Illinois Requirement
Mandatory Sexual Harassment Training Course
As requested from College of Lake County Dental Hygiene Program Regarding 2024 Accreditation
Important Legislative Updates |
| IDHA is fully committed to doing right by dental hygienists everywhere.That's why we’re exclusively partnering with onDiem! onDiem is a dental staffing platform dedicated to providing the most for hygienists—from job opportunities with fair and legal pay, to an unparalleled suite of W-2 benefits or protections. As advocates for hygienists in our state, our decision to partner with them was a no-brainer! |
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