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Upcoming Maintenance Notification

Please note that the Self-Service Portal and SMILE Portal will be down for maintenance starting at 5 p.m. EST on Wednesday, July 8 until 9 a.m. EST on Thursday, July 9. If you are currently submitting any data for QA, please ensure that it is entered and saved into the SMILE Portal before 5 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8. We are currently upgrading the SMILE Portal to better serve RDHs. What’s changing?  Designed with your feedback…

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2025 Annual Report

CDHO is pleased to announce the release of its 2025 Annual Report.  This year’s report highlights the College’s continued progress in strengthening its mandate to protect the public and supporting Registered Dental Hygienists (RDHs) in delivering safe, competent, and high-quality care.  Highlights include the development of the 2025–2027 Strategic Plan, which sets a clear direction for the organization, and new initiatives designed to support the ongoing competence of RDHs.  The Annual Report provides insight into the College’s work, achievements, and ongoing commitment to ensuring the people of Ontario have access to safe and effective oral health care. Annual Report 2025 (PDF Version)

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Registrar’s Message

Hi everyone! I hope you’re enjoying the (finally!) warmer weather.   It’s been an exciting few months since my last message to you in April. We were thrilled to hear that the Ontario Government directed regulatory colleges, including CDHO, to begin developing the regulatory framework for future changes to scopes of practice. The regulatory framework is all the pieces that need to be in place for the proposed enhancements to the RDH Scope to become reality – updating legislation; developing new Practice…

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Something To Talk About: Electronic Records 

Scenario  At the end of your workday, you realize that you forgot to document that you provided one of your earlier clients with post-operative instructions for their fluoride treatment. You log back into your computer and access the client’s electronic record. What is the most appropriate way to add this information?   Maintaining accurate records  Keeping clear and accurate records is an important part of providing safe and professional care. Well-documented records support continuity of care and can also be helpful if questions or concerns arise about the services provided.  Whenever possible, clinical notes…

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Three Opportunities to Get Involved!

CALL FOR CASE WRITERS AND CASE REVIEWERS  We’re looking for RDHs interested in contributing to the development of a new Peer Circle designed for recent graduates! We are seeking case writers and case reviewers to work collaboratively with a consultant to develop and review cases that will support new registrants as they transition into practice.  We’re looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, thoughtful and committed to supporting the profession. To be eligible, you must:  Have graduated and…

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Reminder: 2027 Quality Assurance (QA) Assessment

We’re pleased to share that planning is underway for the 2027 QA Assessment. RDHs may take part either by volunteering or through random selection.   Up to 300 volunteers will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. To volunteer, please complete the survey by Tuesday, June 30. Complete the survey We will then use a stratified random sampling process to select the remaining RDHs from those who have never been assessed, focusing on RDHs with greater number of years since graduation.  …

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Check Out our New Video on Informed Consent!

In our conversations with Dental Hygiene clients, they consistently highlight how important an informed consent conversation is to them. To support RDHs in the provision of this aspect of care, we’ve developed a short new video on informed consent. https://youtu.be/S1A0uKBNtug?si=BKaweEBjPHk2dWPR This video highlights some of the important elements in an informed consent conversation between an RDH and their client. It is not intended to demonstrate the full process of care or all stages in which informed consent is required.   To…

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Coming Soon: New Smile Portal

We’re excited to share that a new SMILE Portal is coming soon!  What’s changing?  Designed with your feedback in mind, the updated QA portal will feature a refreshed look and feel, along with a simpler, more intuitive user experience.  What’s not changing?  The way you log in will stay the same and you’ll have access to all your existing data, including past Learning Portfolio records.  We look forward to sharing more details as we get closer to launch!

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