Upcoming Events

  • RECORDED: Dogs Get Better Dental Laws Than You-Your Role in Educating Your Legislator and the Public We Serve (1 Hour CE)

    • Friday, August 08, 2025
    • Wednesday, May 20, 2026
    • Recorded Zoom
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    If you missed "Dogs Get Better Dental Laws Than You-Your Role in Educating Your Legislator and the Public We Serve" live, we now have the recorded course available for FREE to both members and potential members!

    This one-hour CE is provided free of charge by the Virginia Dental Hygienists’ Association to support all dental hygienists in speaking as the expert VOICE of the profession of dental hygiene. Stay informed about national political trends that could harm public health and affect how oral health care is provided in Virginia. 

    By the end of this course, the learner will be able to:

    • Discuss emerging threats to the integrity of dental hygiene licensure, education and practice.
    • Learn about current policy being advanced by organized dentistry and the American Dental Hygienists’ Association.
    • Develop clear, targeted advocacy messages to influence legislators and engage the public—owning our profession and using our voices to lead the conversation.



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  • Demystifying Dental Hygiene Autonomy

    • Sunday, December 21, 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • Saturday, December 30, 2028
    • 12:00 PM
    • Online (Virtual)
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    Current VDHA President Derik Sven provides an informative 2 hour continuing Education webinar on Demystifying Dental Hygiene Autonomy. This is a free 2 hour CE opportunity. 

    Once you register for this CE webinar, in your registration email you will receive 2 key pieces of information. One link will be for the video webinar. Once you have watched this webinar, you will click on the second link in that same registration email which will take you to a 20 questions google form to complete.

    Once completed,  you will receive your CE certificate within 1-2 weeks via email from the VDHA Continuing Education Chair. 

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  • VDHA Town Hall Recording

    • Sunday, December 21, 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • Saturday, November 21, 2026
    • 12:00 PM
    • Online (Virtual)
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    When you register for this event, you will be able to watch the recent VDHA Town Hall via a link once you complete registration. 

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  • Component 10: "The Dental Connection to GLP-1 Injection"

    • Tuesday, May 12, 2026
    • 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • LIVE via Zoom
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    Northwest Dental Hygienists' Component 

    presents the following lecture titled...

    "The Dental Connection to GLP - 1 Injection" 

    Our guest Speaker....

        Kelly Divito, MS, BSDH, RDH 

    Kelly is a proud alumna of The Ohio State University College of Dentistry, having graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene degree in 2008. She also earned a Master of Science degree in Organizational Leadership from Southern New Hampshire University and is a proud “first generation” college graduate. She proudly served as a two-year president of Ohio State’s Dental Alumni Society with her term ending in 2025. She is a passionate life long learner, advocate, and volunteer. 

    Course description: As the number of people with pre-diabetes and obesity increases, so does the number of patients who are taking GLP-1 agonists. Are you prepared to give patients taking these medicines the tools to prevent negative oral side effects? This course is designed to inform the dental clinician about what a GLP-1 agonist medicine is, does, and its impact on the mouth. The course will share tips and dental considerations for prevention and encourage communication around GLP-1 agonists in the dental office. The course aims to support dental clinicians in serving the GLP-1 population within their office. Don't miss out on this opportunity! 

    Learning objectives 

    •    Define what a GLP-1 agonist is

    •   Describe the mechanism of action of GLP-1 agonists

    •   Identify the functionalities and benefits of GLP-1 Agonists

    •   Discuss dental considerations and guidelines for patients taking GLP-1 agonists


    https://vdha.wildapricot.org/event-6574885

    Please register by Friday, May 8, 2026 (ONLY CREDIT / DEBIT CARDS ACCEPTED)

    Course Fee:

    ADHA/VDHA Member - $15.00

    Current SCADHA Member - FREE

    Non ADHA Member - $30.00 


    Earn (1) CE credit hour by attending this event in its entirety. 

    No refund for cancellation one week prior to course date. Course will begin promptly at posted time. Northwest Dental Hygienists' Component is an approved course provider by the Virginia Board of Dentistry.

     If you have any questions, contact:

        Susan Daugherty, BS, RDH

        Northwest Dental Hygienists' Component, CE Chairperson

        Email - Flossy3511@aol.com

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  • Component-02 Presents: "Building Your Personal Brand: Authenticity, Authority, and Opportunity"

    • Wednesday, June 10, 2026
    • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Zoom
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    Doug Perry is a Public Relations Professional and National career expert, Doug, has been helping dental professionals bravely leap into the world of career change for 15 years. Whether it’s a lateral step into a new clinical job or a jump into sales, academics, practice administration, or other jobs, Doug’s engaging and personable approach guides audiences through all the tips, tools, and techniques of a modern career navigation. He is the owner of Get Hired RDH, the published author of Landing a Great Dental Hygiene Job and has helped thousands of dental professionals in every state, along with Canada, Norway, Australia, and New Zealand. He’s published articles in HygieneTown Magazine, DentistryIQ, RDH Village, and RDH Magazine; has been a featured guest on numerous dental hygiene podcasts and delivered several presentations across the country.


    Course Description: This presentation guides dental professionals through the strategic process of defining their unique value proposition, establishing authoritative expertise, and leveraging a compelling personal brand that builds confidence, strengthens reputation, and opens career opportunity.

    Course Objectives:

    • Define Your Unique Value Proposition (UVP): Learn how to conduct a personal brand audit to clearly articulate your specialized skills, passion, and mission so you can stand out from the crowd and attract the right connections.
    • Establish Authority: Get step-by-step guidance on optimizing your personal marketing materials, elevating your content to strategically optimize engagement and interest in you as a professional.
    • Translate Brand into Opportunity: Discover proven methods for using your brand to negotiate better pay, network with industry influencers and leaders, and get job opportunities coming to you.



    Register Here:  Component-02 Presents: "Building Your Personal Brand: Authenticity, Authority, and Opportunity"


    Registration Deadline: Tuesday, June 9th

    Fee:

    Members-$15.00 

    Non-Members $20.00


    If you have any questions, contact:

    Melvena S. Peace, BS, RDH

    VDHA Greater Richmond Component-02 CE Chair

    Email: melvena101@hotmail.com

     

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