Elevating Care Through the ADHA Standards for Dental Hygiene Practice
Thursday, January 28, 2027
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Course Code:
445TL
Credits:
2
CE Hours
This course explores the ADHA Standards for Clinical Dental Hygiene Practice and highlights how a structured, evidence-based approach strengthens assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation. Attendees will discover how consistently following these standards can build confidence, support better clinical decision-making, and create a positive mindset shift that enhances both patient care and professional growth.
Speakers
After this course attendees will be able to:
- Identify how the ADHA Standards support safe and effective patient care
- Apply the ADHA Standards to improve consistency in patient assessment and care planning
- Describe how following professional standards can strengthen clinical decisions, enhance patient experiences, and support better oral health outcomes
The P&G grant has been applied to this course.

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