From March 2 – March 22, RDHs will be invited to complete the Registrant Engagement Survey. You may recall a similar survey being conducted in 2023. The survey will gather RDHs’ perspectives on: The renewal and QA processes Communications and interactions with CDHO The current state of the profession, including questions around equity and inclusion and AI Workplace environments This work is being conducted by our research partner, Pivotal Research Inc. On March 2, you…

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Artificial Intelligence is changing the way healthcare is delivered, and that includes Dental Hygiene practice. CDHO developed a new Practice Guideline and checklist that: highlight the existing professional obligations for RDHs, identify potential risks with AI use, and provide risk mitigation strategies that protect the public’s interest. View the Practice Guideline and the checklist. If you have any questions, please get in touch with our Practice Advisor at advice@cdho.org or by calling 1-800-268-2346 (press 2).

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The following Advisories and Fact Sheets were recently updated: Advisories Irritable Bowel SyndromeMenopause Fact Sheets Fifth Disease and Parvovirus B19 Infection (previously Fifth Disease)Hand, Foot, and Mouth DiseaseLichen PlanusLyme DiseaseMumps

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You’ve been treating a client for over two years. The client, grateful for your care after several positive interactions, invites you to grab a coffee to “catch up”. Should you accept?   Professional boundaries help protect both clients and RDHs. While the interaction may seem casual or friendly, socializing with a client outside of the clinical setting can blur the therapeutic relationship and creates a dual relationship that can affect objectivity and alter how the client perceives the…

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All RDHs in clinical practice are required to maintain current CPR certification and basic first aid training, which must include a hands-on component covering:  Basic support-level CPR for adults, children and infants (one- and two-rescuer) Foreign-body airway obstruction relief Automatic external defibrillator (AED) use  Bag-valve mask ventilation (BVM) / Ambu-bag use Please note that online-only CPR courses are not accepted. Certificates with a stated expiry remain valid until that date, while certificates without an expiry are valid for one year from the…

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Our latest e-learning module on The Importance of Record Keeping (also offered in French) is now available! This initiative is part of our continued effort to modernize the Quality Assurance Program and support the continuing competence and professional development of RDHs.  In this module, you will learn about: Record keeping requirements and best practices The importance of maintaining accurate and comprehensive records  While not mandatory, completion of the module counts towards your QA requirements (1–1.5 hours). If you haven’t already, check out our other modules…

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To better understand the long-term impact of Path 4, a follow-up survey was sent to the Spring 2025 cohort six months after their participation. The survey focused on how the elements of Path 4 (Peer Circles, reflection, coaching and goal setting) continued to influence their thinking, learning and professional practice over time.  Overall, the survey results show that Path 4 provided lasting value beyond completion! Participants reported continued growth in confidence, competence and reflective practice, with many describing tangible changes in how…

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In 2025, 552 volunteers completed Path 4, with overwhelmingly positive results! Ninety-two percent completed the process with no recommendations for further development, reflecting strong engagement in thoughtful reflection, goal setting and continuous learning. Participants consistently demonstrated insight into their practice and a commitment to maintaining high standards of care. Path 4 also provided meaningful, supportive options when additional development was identified. Six percent of participants received self-directed development recommendations, along with targeted resources to support…

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Hi everyone! I hope 2026 is off to a wonderful – albeit chilly – start!  We’re starting to receive excellent data on the longer-term impacts of Peer Circles, which we’ve included in this edition of The De-Brief. The data is very encouraging! We’re seeing that Path 4 participants are leaving the process with practical takeaways that can be implemented in practice and that help improve client outcomes. We’ll continue using this data to refine our overall approach to Quality Assurance, making sure that the program is as relevant and supportive as possible. I want…

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