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Portable X-ray devices offer dental hygienists a safe and efficient imaging solution, particularly when working with patients in remote areas, those with mobility limitations, or during a national crisis. Learn more in the latest issue of CJDH: files.cdha.ca/profession/jou…

World Oral Health Day is March 20, uniting oral health professionals worldwide to spotlight the link between oral health and overall well-being. Explore and share free “A Happy Mouth Is…A Happy Life” resources from @fdiworlddental: worldoralhealthday.org

March is Nutrition Month in Canada! To celebrate, explore Dental Hygiene Canada’s sugar resources, available in both EN & FR. A healthy diet plays a vital role in keeping your teeth and gums strong—just as it does for your overall health. dentalhygienecanada.ca/DHCanada/Your%…

May luck walk beside you, may hope fill your heart, and may happiness always meet you along the way. Happy St. Patrick's Day!🍀

Dental hygiene is more than just a job—it’s your career! There were 5 new opportunities posted in the last week on @theCDHA’s Career Centre, your one-stop shop for exclusive access to the latest employment listings across Canada. Explore at cdha.ca/careeropportun…

Join The Canadian Academy of Periodontology for a exceptional event with leading experts sharing the latest in Periodontics and Dental Hygiene. Book your hotel by May 4, 2026 (or until sold out). Early Bird ends Apr 3—save $100! cap24.wildapricot.org/event-6537024

Deadline approaching for a $10,000 grant funding opportunity! CFDHRE, Canada’s only charity dedicated exclusively to dental hygiene research and education, invites proposals to advance the dental hygiene body of knowledge. Apply by March 23 at 5 pm ET. cfdhre.ca/CFDHRE/Apply_f…

Researchers recruited 23 women with obesity to study a possible association between an anti-inflammatory low-carbohydrate diet and gingivitis in this population. Explore their findings in the February issue of CJDH: files.cdha.ca/profession/jou…

LAST CHANCE! Book your travel through @theCDHA’s Worldwide Hotel Discount Program and unlock savings of up to 50% on hotels, vacation rentals, tour packages, and more! Book before March 31, 2026 & you could WIN back your purchase! cdha.ca/hoteldiscount

Dental hygiene is more than just a job—it’s your career! There were 3 new opportunities posted in the last week on @theCDHA’s Career Centre, your one-stop shop for exclusive access to the latest employment listings across Canada. Explore at cdha.ca/careeropportun…

Happy #InternationalWomensDay. We celebrate the remarkable women who champion oral health and continue to advance the dental hygiene profession. Thank you for the expertise, compassion, and dedication you bring to your clients, your families, and your communities.

Does volunteering at a community dental clinic for low-income earners provide valuable learning opportunities for dental hygiene students and better prepare them for practice upon graduation? Find the answer in the latest issue of CJDH: files.cdha.ca/profession/jou…

@SEPAperiodoncia is hosting a FREE webinar called “The Periodontal Disease Crisis” on March 19. This session dives into the controversial challenges surrounding periodontal disease and why it’s more urgent than ever. Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Registration for the 2026 Canadian Oral Health Summit is NOW OPEN! This national gathering brings together oral-health educators, researchers, clinicians, students, and professionals from across Canada 👉Register now: dentistry.usask.ca/cohs-2026

Today, March 4th, is HPV Awareness Day HPV has surpassed tobacco and alcohol as the leading cause of oropharyngeal cancer and now accounts for approximately 70% of newly diagnosed cases. For more information, watch this video: youtube.com/watch?v=Bjl_M7…

Dental hygiene is more than just a job—it’s your career! There were 22 new opportunities posted in the last week on @theCDHA’s Career Centre, your one-stop shop for exclusive access to the latest employment listings across Canada. Explore at cdha.ca/careeropportun…

Dental Assistants Recognition Week is March 1-7. From clinics to classrooms, dental assistants play a vital role in keeping Canadians smiling. The @CDAA_ACAD_ invites everyone to celebrate the dedication and professionalism of dental assistants nationwide. 😀

Canadian clinician-researchers have developed and tested a new caries risk assessment tool for children under age 6. Read about this potential resource for preventing and better managing ECC in the February issue of CJDH: files.cdha.ca/profession/jou…

Want to learn more about our advocacy discussions yesterday? Read the results of our public opinion poll which found strong support for preventive oral health care & the dental hygiene profession but also ongoing affordability barriers to accessing care. cdha.ca/oralhealthperc…

Discover what oral health events are scheduled for February, both online and in-person, across Canada. Use @theCDHA's online oral health events calendar to view upcoming events. Have an upcoming event to share? You can post for free. cdha.ca/calendar