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Registrar’s message

Hi everyone, and welcome to fall! I hope you had an enjoyable summer. It’s been an exciting few weeks for the profession. We were pleased to see the Government begin consultations on proposed enhancements to the Scope of Practice for RDHs. If these changes are approved, RDHs will be able to: Order dental X-rays, Be designated as Radiation Protection Officers under the Healing Arts Radiation Protection Act, enabling independent RDHs to own and operate dental…

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Get ready for Renewal!

CDHO’s annual renewal period begins on October 15, 2025 and RDHs have until December 1, 2025 to complete the renewal form and pay the annual registration fee. Learn more about renewal. The updated Self-Service Portal launched in March 2025. All RDHs will need to sign in to the Portal to renew their Certificate of Registration during the renewal period. Logging in beforehand ensures that you have confirmed your new credentials and that any technical issues…

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Canada Post Labour Disruption

CDHO is monitoring the ongoing service disruption at Canada Post. Please note that wall certificates will not be mailed to new registrants until the strike is resolved. Many items related to the application process (e.g., transcripts, letters of standing, etc.) can be emailed to registration@cdho.org. We appreciate your patience.

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Proposed Enhancements to Scope of Practice

Today, the Ontario Government announced that it is seeking feedback on proposed scope of practice changes for several regulated health professionals, including Registered Dental Hygienists. The proposed changes to the Scope of Practice for Dental Hygienists would permit RDHs to: Order X-rays, Be designated Radiation Protection Officers (RPO) under the Healing Arts Radiation Protection Act, which would allow independent RDHs to own and operate dental x-ray machines, and Prescribe and administer local anaesthetic by injection…

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Changes to CDHO’s Registration Regulation

CDHO is pleased to announce that the General Regulation made under the Dental Hygiene Act, 1991 has been revised. Changes to regulations must be submitted to the Ontario Government for review and approval. CDHO submitted proposed changes related to registration and examination matters to bring certain provisions in line with modern regulatory practices. In December 2024, the Government requested feedback on the proposed changes. The following changes were approved: The “Inactive Class” is now called…

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Knowledge Network Updates

The following Advisories and Fact Sheets were recently updated on the Knowledge Network: AdvisoriesLeukemiaLymphoma Fact SheetsLeukemiaLymphomaMethicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus Carriage/Infection (MRSA)Obsessive Compulsive DisorderOral Piercing

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Council elections coming this fall!

This November, RDHs in Districts 1, 5 and 6 will participate in elections to Council. CDHO’s Council, similar to a board of directors, sets CDHO’s strategic and policy direction, and makes decisions that protect and promote the public interest. In September, CDHO will put out a call for nominations in these Districts, asking RDHs to put their name forward to stand for election. If you primarily practise in one of these districts (or reside there,…

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New IPAC course!

Public Health Ontario has released a new course on Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) for health care workers! This interactive course was developed with a wide range of feedback and is aligned with recommendations from the Provincial Infectious Diseases Advisory Committee. It’s designed to better support the evolving needs of health care workers and organizations seeking education on IPAC. It replaces the former IPAC Core Competencies course. Check out this video to learn more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEO9SCFQYqk…

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Updated IPAC resource

Public Health Ontario recently revised the Routine Practices and Additional Precautions In All Health Care Settings (3rd edition) to include an updated Appendix N: Clinical Syndromes/Conditions with Required Level of Precautions. What’s New? Appendix N has been reformatted to make it easier to use. It provides a clear table outlining the minimum required precautions for a wide range of diseases and conditions. Please note: While this table is a helpful reference, Infection Prevention and Control…

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