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Elevating the Dental Hygiene Experience: Advanced Camera Technology and Ergonomic Support Solutions

This course aims to equip oral health professionals with the knowledge and tools to optimize patient education, improve documentation, strengthen team workflow, boost practice marketing, and enhance clinical efficiency through the use of high-definition video, imaging technology, and ergonomic innovations. Participants will learn how to leverage cutting-edge tools to improve case acceptance, legal compliance, patient […]

Fireside Chat: BCCOHP Proposed Bylaw Changes

Join us for an online Fireside Chat where we’ll walk through the proposed bylaw changes from the BC College of Oral Health Professionals (BCCOHP) and discuss what they mean for dental hygienists. This is your chance to hear the latest updates, share your perspective, and help shape BCDHA’s feedback to the College. *Registration for this […]

Dental Hygiene AI 101: Embracing Innovation, Protecting Privacy

Event Description & Objectives Course Description: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already transforming oral health practice, from radiograph interpretation to automated charting, insurance claims, and patient engagement. While these tools offer exciting opportunities to improve efficiency and care, they also introduce new challenges around privacy, data security, and cybercrime. Dental AI 101: Embracing Innovation, Protecting Privacy […]

According to Statistics Canada, more individuals than ever before are living with a disability, many of which are not visible. In fact, the number of Canadians living with a disability rose significantly in 2022 to 1 in 3 from 1 in 5 in 2017. Join Carol Yakiwchuk for this interactive webinar designed to empower oral […]

Fireside Chat: BCCOHP Proposed Bylaw Changes

Join us for an online Fireside Chat to continue the discussion on the proposed bylaw changes from the BC College of Oral Health Professionals (BCCOHP) and discuss what they mean for dental hygienists. This is your chance to hear the latest updates, share your perspective, and help shape BCDHA’s feedback to the College. Registration for […]

BCDHA Luncheon Meeting at TODS

BCDHA will be at the Thompson Okanagan Dental Society (TODS) Conference in Kelowna, and we invite you to join us for our luncheon meeting. This session is a chance to connect with colleagues and hear firsthand how your membership makes a difference. We’ll share updates on how BCDHA is working for you and for the profession—through […]

OVERVIEW Oral disease is not limited to resource-poor regions; it is alarmingly prevalent even in affluent societies. Now, more than ever, the role of oral health providers is paramount due to global trends and the concerning rise in oral cancer rates. As guardians of oral wellness, these professionals possess the power to detect pre-cancerous or […]

The Microbial Balancing Act: Connecting Periodontal and Caries Pathogenesis with the Oral Microbiome

Are you ready to elevate your clinical practice and patient outcomes with probiotics? Although traditional methods of mechanical debridement for treating gingivitis and periodontal disease are considered the gold standard, there are limitations that we face as clinicians in helping our patients achieve their oral health goals. This course explores the shared and distinct microbial […]

BCDHA Board Meeting

The BCDHA is governed by a Board of Directors whose nine members are selected through a regional election process administered by BCDHA. Through consultation with members, the Board determines the goals and direction for the Association. The BCDHA is a non-profit society and a constituent member of the Canadian Dental Hygienists’ Association (CDHA).

REGISTER HERE *Deadline to register is 5 p.m. on the day of the webinar.  Event Description & Learning Objectives This session explores emerging and evidence-based approaches to oral health management, with a focus on periodontal disease, oral microflora, and probiotic therapies. Participants will gain practical, research-informed strategies they can apply directly in clinical practice. Demonstrate […]

Leveraging AI for Risk Assessment (Part 1)

Event Description Join Beth Parkes to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming dentistry by enhancing diagnostic capabilities, improving treatment planning, and streamlining office processes. We will examine how AI is revolutionizing the integration of genetic testing into oral health risk assessment protocols and guide customized, comprehensive treatment planning. Learning Objectives: Evaluate current AI applications […]

Speaker: Martha Szcepulski-Enhancing The Virtual Study Club is a webinar-style presentation that provides essential skills and continuing education for dental hygienists in British Columbia. Registration for the full session includes additional reading resources, discussion forums, and other tools.  Members can access to the courses on-demand to accommodate those who may not be able to attend […]