WI-DHA NEWS UPDATES
The news section on the Wisconsin Dental Hygienists’ Association (WI-DHA) website provides the latest updates, announcements, and resources related to the dental hygiene profession in Wisconsin. It features information on upcoming events, legislative developments, continuing education opportunities, and important issues affecting dental hygienists. The section serves as a hub for professionals to stay informed about the latest news, initiatives, and resources that support their practice and advocacy efforts in the state.
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WI-DHA Supports Community Water Fluoridation
The Wisconsin Dental Hygienists’ Association strongly supports community water fluoridation as a safe, effective, and equitable public health measure. Backed by decades of research and endorsements from organizations like the ADA, ADHA, CDC, and WHO, water fluoridation has been proven to prevent dental caries and improve oral health for people of all ages. WIDHA emphasizes the importance of this cost-effective, preventive measure in reducing oral health disparities, particularly for underserved populations. The Association urges dental professionals, policymakers, and community leaders to support and maintain water fluoridation programs to ensure continued access to this crucial public health tool.
Please visit the Resources tab for the official WI-DHA Community Water Fluoridation Position Statement.
Why Medicaid Matters for Oral Health
Oral health is critical to overall health, impacting people’s physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being. Beyond the immediate effects on someone’s ability to eat, speak, and attend work or school,
ADHA Position Statement on Dental Access Model Act
Along with ADHA, the Wisconsin Dental Hygienists’ Association strongly opposes the adoption of the Dental Access Model Act, which allows dental assistants to perform scaling procedures. The model lacks evidence
Improving Oral Health Care for Patients with Special Health Care Needs in Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Oral Health Coalition (WOHC) formed a workgroup in 2024 to address oral health access and outcomes for individuals with special health care needs. These individuals often face significant
ADHA Open Letter Objecting to ADA Non-Hygienist Staffing Resolutions
November 5, 2024 Dear Colleagues and Members of the Healthcare Community, The American Dental Association (ADA) House of Delegates recently voted on and passed Resolutions 401, 513 and 514B, that
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The resolutions are outlined below, followed by the points the ADHA has prepared for consideration by the ADA House of Delegates reference committees. Resolution 401, “Increasing Allied Personnel in the
How to Take Positive Action Following ADA’s Resolutions
November 8, 2024 Dear ADHA Member, Following my letter to you on Tuesday regarding ADHA’s objections to the recently passed ADA resolutions, I received responses from members and leaders with messages
WI-DHA OFFICIAL Press Releases
Official WI-DHA Press Releases are available as PDF downloads below:
Wisconsin’s Governor Walker Signs Legislation Allowing Dental Hygienists to Practice in More Settings with Fewer Restrictions
Passed: Bill 146
Date of Release: June 21, 2017
Jennifer Martinson of Amery, WI installed as new president of the Wisconsin Dental Hygiene Association
Date of Release: April 22, 2017
