Supporting the Full Dental Team: Reversing the Shortage of Dental Hygienists and Dental Assistants
Reports indicate an estimated 11% reduction in national dental practice capacity caused by the shortage of dental assistants and dental hygienists in 2022, while the COVID-19 pandemic led to an approximate 8% decrease in dental hygienist employment. Furthermore, enrollment across...
Dental Therapy: A Story Worth Sharing
As a dental therapist or advocate for dental therapy, one of the most important things you can do is share your story. For some, dental therapy was a natural progression from many years of working as a dental assistant or...
The Role of Dental Therapists in Minimally Invasive Care
In recent years, the field of dentistry has seen increased interest in the practice of minimally invasive care (MIC). This approach prioritizes the preservation of teeth through nonsurgical services, emphasizes prevention, and uses techniques that are less traumatic for patients....
Passion for Dental Therapy Runs in the Family
This blog is cross posted from the American Dental Therapy Association's blog. Meet Leandra Beech and Mek Apangalook, two sisters from Alaska who share a passion for dental therapy. Born and raised in the northern reaches of Alaska, in Gambell,...
Michigan Resident Relocates to Washington State to Attain Dental Therapy Education
This blog is cross-posted from the American Dental Therapy Association's blog. Meet Jamie Toney, a dental therapy student at the dəxʷx̌ayəbus-Dental Therapy Program at Skagit Valley College. Jamie's dental experience began in 1995 when she started as a co-op student...
Dental Therapy, A Building Block for Oral Health Care Teams
This blog is cross posted from the American Dental Therapy Association's blog. The ADTA introduces our treasurer, Mark Kobylinsky! Mark holds dual licenses in dental therapy and dental hygiene, with nine years as a dental hygienist and one year as...
Amy’s Journey: Transforming Oral Health in Oregon through Dental Therapy Advocacy and Academia
This blog is cross-posted from the American Dental Therapy Association's blog. The profession of dental therapy is a growing and evolving field, with many passionate professionals dedicated to improving oral health. One individual is Amy Coplen, whose journey from a...