• Webinar: Expanding Our Role — A Focus on Reducing Systemic Risk with Lorraine Gambacourt, RDH (Part 1)

    Positively influencing oral-systemic health…What does that look like to you? It’s a given that oral health impacts systemic health. Yet, do we consistently evaluate our current methods of assessment and treatment and introduce changes that can bring about improved, more sustainable health outcomes? A truly valuable and committed Dental Hygienist is never satisfied with the […]

  • Webinar: Influencing Health with Oral Probiotics with Lorraine Gambacourt, RDH (Part 2)

    The supportive role of Oral Probiotics has been researched for more than 30 years. The introduction of oral probiotics in the maintenance phase of therapy can help to positively influence biofilm repopulation and promote oral microbial balance to improve outcomes of periodontal disease, halitosis, caries and more. Could this be the “missing link” to achieving […]

  • Webinar: Dental Hygiene Practice Owners — Cybersecurity (Part 2)

    Come join us for this two-part course with Anne Genge. Anne Genge is a trusted authority for privacy and cybersecurity in the dental industry with over 20 years experience helping dental teams navigate technology, using it to grow their practices while doing so safely.  Anne has mastered teaching complex material in a way that makes […]

  • Webinar: EFF-UPS Dental Hygienists Make When Using Ultrasonics

    In this clinically relevant, one-hour webinar, Dani will provide you with 3 ultrasonic debridement scenarios whereby clinicians commonly make errors that negatively impact the removal of calculus and biofilm and create discomfort for patients.  In addition, Dani will provide the practical solutions which can immediately be implemented into your dental hygiene appointments. Discuss why you […]

  • Special Fireside: Accessibility and Oral Health

    The Fireside will be a presentation by the Rick Hansen Foundation on accessibility. BCDHA employment lawyer Lia Moody will also present on human rights and accessibility at work. Click here to register

  • Study Club: What’s in Your Cassette?

    Prof. Penny Hatzimanolakis: Non-Surgical Periodontal Instrumentation: What’s in Your Cassette? Not a Virtual Study Club member? Click here to join!  

  • Alberta Wellness Summit

    The 2023 Alberta Wellness Summit will take place June 15-17, 2023 at the Calgary Telus Convention Centre and Fairmont Palliser. Registration for Dental Hygienists is only $250 and there are a variety of clinical sessions to choose from, including: CAD/Cam Dentistry Revolutionize the Hygiene Department with Guided Biofilm Therapy: Healthy Patients ‐ Healthy Practice Keep Sharp: Instrument […]

  • Dental Hygiene Practice Owners Meeting for B.C. and Alberta

    Dental Hygiene Practice Owners are invited to an upcoming meeting where we can reconnect, provide the latest updates and gather your valuable insights on how we can better serve your needs. Following the general session, we will hold separate meetings for BCDHA and DHAA members. Make sure you register today to secure your spot! Click […]

  • Webinar: Parkinson’s — Speech, Swallowing, and Saliva Management

    Join Jasmine Cload, a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) who specializes in Parkinson's disease and related neurological movement disorders. Objectives: Attendees will gain an understanding of Parkinson’s Disease from both a clinical and patient perspective. Attendees will learn the latest literature on oral care in Parkinson’s Disease and why it is key to patient outcomes. Attendees will become […]

  • Special Fireside Chat with Brenda Isaac, Dental Therapist

    Working with Indigenous Communities With this chat we will cover the different environments and conditions dental therapists in BC must work with. Brenda Isaac is First Nations from Lytton, BC. Belonging to the Nlhakapamux Nation. Part of the Interior Salish. Brenda retired from dental therapy with 28 years experience working with Indigenous communities. She graduated […]

  • Webinar: Seizure Education and Response

    Deirdre is thrilled to be leading the incredible team and building amazing programs for the BC Epilepsy Society. She has lived with epilepsy since she was a child and is passionate about finding ways to safely live life on her own terms and helping others to do the same. Along with counselling and over 20 […]