Author: NYacoub@cdho.org

Website Maintenance Notification

CDHO is currently upgrading its registrant database, which powers the Self-Service Portal and Public Register. This upgrade will improve functionality, security and ease of use. From Saturday, February 22 to Sunday, March 2, visitors to our website will not be able to access Find a Registered Dental Hygienist or the Self-Service Portal as we prepare to migrate to the new system. We anticipate that both features will be up and running on Monday, March 3.…

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New Self-Service Portal coming soon

We’re excited to announce that we’re upgrading our registrant database, which powers the Self-Service Portal and Public Register. This upgrade will improve functionality, security and ease of use. The Self-Service Portal and Public Register are getting a modern, streamlined look, and the way RDHs log in to the Portal is changing. WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU From Saturday, February 22 to Sunday, March 2, applicants and RDHs will not be able to log in to the…

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Ask the advisors: maintaining professional boundaries

A healthy relationship between a client and an RDH includes elements of trust, respect, confidence, sensitivity and empathy. The presence of a power imbalance and variable client experiences of vulnerability also inform the relationship. With these factors at play, it is essential for RDHs to lead the way in establishing and maintaining a professional client/hygienist relationship with appropriate boundaries. With the intimacy and vulnerability associated with Dental Hygiene treatment, a sense of familiarity may arise,…

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Something to talk about…

You’ve been practising at the same dental hygiene clinic for years. As the holiday season approaches, some clients may wish to give you a gift as a token of appreciation. Is this act of gratitude appropriate? To accept or not to accept? While giving a gift is often a harmless show of appreciation, it can run the risk of inappropriately altering the therapeutic relationship and has the potential to complicate matters. In this scenario, consider…

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New learning module available

CDHO is committed to supporting the continuing competence and professional development of RDHs with resources that can improve your knowledge and confidence in practice. As part of the ongoing modernization of the Quality Assurance Program, we’re excited to announce the release of a second e-learning module: Confidentiality and Privacy (also available in French). This module explores the importance of safeguarding client privacy, the duties associated with client confidentiality, and the role of RDHs in building client…

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Fun facts about Peer Circles

On December 12, we concluded our final optional Peer Circle of the year! Thank you to our incredible facilitators, case writers, reviewers, and all the RDHs who participated, whether online or in person. Your contributions and enthusiasm made these sessions impactful and meaningful for the profession. This year, Peer Circles brought together over 1,000 attendees across 28 sessions, covering topics like trauma-informed care, ethical decision-making and professional boundaries. For more insights and highlights, see the infographic…

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