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SUMMARY:Strategic Instrument Selection part 2
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nJoin Beth to enhance your clinical expertise through this dynamic lecture focused on developing advanced instrument selection strategies for optimal patient care. This program combines video demonstrations with interactive learning to help dental hygienists master the strategic thinking needed for choosing instruments that address complex periodontal conditions\, varied tooth morphology\, and diverse gingival phenotypes. \nThrough detailed video demonstrations and patient profile reviews\, participants will examine the critical relationships between instrument design features and their specific clinical applications. The program emphasizes a systematic instrument selection approach that optimizes both ergonomic practice and clinical outcomes. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nEvaluate instrument design characteristics (blade angulation\, shank length\, working end) and select appropriate instruments based on specific tooth anatomy\, root morphology\, and periodontal pocket depths.\nFormulate systematic instrument selection protocols that account for gingival phenotype\, tissue inflammation levels\, and anatomical variations to optimize treatment outcomes.\nIntegrate knowledge of root morphology into instrument selection decisions to improve access\, tactile assessment and calculus removal efficiency.\nImplement ergonomic instrument selection criteria that reduce operator fatigue and musculoskeletal stress while maintaining clinical effectiveness.\n\nRegister Now\n\n\nAbout the Presenter\nBeth Parkes\, RDH\, BSc is an engaging Canadian\, international speaker who has been a Registered Dental Hygienist for over 20 years. She has gained her clinical knowledge and skills through general and independent dental hygiene practice\, mobile dental hygiene\, orthodontics and periodontics. \nBeyond her clinical experience\, Beth is the Manager of Clinical Affairs for Curion\, a writer\, a speaker\, and a cast member of the dental hygiene talk show\, The RDH View\, and Co-Host of the Smile Smarter Study Club. In recognition of her contributions to the profession\, she was awarded the Ontario Dental Hygienists’ Association Distinguished Service Award. \nHer overarching goal is to cultivate future leaders within the dental hygiene profession\, equipping them with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in their careers while helping their patients obtain and maintain optimal oral health. \nRegister Now\n\n*Deadline to register is 5 p.m. on the day of the webinar.\nYou will receive your Continuing Education certificate within 48 hours of the live event. Please keep it for your records; replacement copies cost $10. \n\nSponsored by:
URL:https://bcdha.com/event/strategic-instrument-selection-part-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261022
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SUMMARY:Thompson Okanagan Dental Society’s Annual Meeting 2026
DESCRIPTION:BCDHA is pleased to once again attend the Thompson Okanagan Dental Society (TODS) Annual Meeting in Kelowna\, BC. \nOne of British Columbia’s largest annual dental meetings\, the TODS Annual Meeting brings together dental professionals from across the province for three days of continuing education\, networking\, and exhibits. \nThe event features educational sessions\, industry speakers\, and a tradeshow with up to 75 exhibitors showcasing products and services related to dentistry and oral health. \n\nVisit the TODS Website
URL:https://bcdha.com/event/thompson-okanagan-dental-societys-annual-meeting-2026/
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DTSTAMP:20260819T014559Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Study Club: Workup of Burning Mouth Sensation with Dr. Nathan Lee
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nBurning mouth symptoms can have a wide array of etiologies. Some can exist coincidentally with other conditions\, while others may not be associated with any oral lesions. This session will provide an overview of the most common causes and a framework for establishing the correct diagnosis. \nLearning Objectives:\nAfter completing this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nReview the causes of burning mouth sensation.\nDevelop an approach to the patient with burning mouth.\n\n\n  \n    Sign Up Here\n  \n\n\nAbout the Virtual Study Club\nThe 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. \nMembers can also access courses on demand\, providing flexibility for those who may not be able to attend the live events. Additional materials are available through BCDHA’s Thinkific platform. \n\n  \n    Register for the Virtual Study Club\n  \n\n\nAbout the Presenter\n\n\n    \n  \n\nDr. Nathan Lee is a dual certified specialist in both Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology as well as a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and Fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology. He practices the full scope of oral medicine and pathology\, including diagnosis and management of temporomandibular disorders\, orofacial pain\, oral manifestations of systemic conditions\, and oromaxillofacial pathology. \nDr. Lee currently maintains private clinical practice on Vancouver Island\, BC\, at Victoria Oral Surgery and Nanaimo Dental Specialists. He received his DMD from the University of British Columbia and completed his residency jointly through UBC\, Vancouver General Hospital\, and the BC Cancer Agency. His training included rotations in internal medicine\, dermatology\, rheumatology\, oral oncology\, radiation oncology\, bone marrow transplant medicine\, head and neck pathology\, bone and soft tissue pathology\, lymphoma pathology\, dermatopathology\, and anatomic pathology.
URL:https://bcdha.com/event/virtual-study-club-burning-mouth-symptoms-with-dr-nathan-lee/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Study Club
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SUMMARY:The Stubborn Pocket: Evidence-Based Clinical Strategies for Non-Responsive Periodontal Sites
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nDespite thorough non-surgical periodontal therapy\, some sites continue to bleed\, remain inflamed\, or fail to respond as expected. How do we determine whether these areas require re-instrumentation\, enhanced home care\, adjunctive therapies\, or referral? \nThis evidence-based webinar provides a practical clinical framework for assessing and managing persistent periodontal sites. Participants will review current evidence\, identify common contributing factors\, and explore instrumentation strategies and adjunctive therapies that may improve clinical outcomes. Emphasis will be placed on clinical decision-making that can be immediately applied in everyday dental hygiene practice. \nLearning Objectives:\nAt the completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nExplain the importance of periodontal follow-up following non-surgical periodontal therapy.\nIdentify contributing factors associated with non-responsive periodontal sites.\nApply clinical strategies to manage non-responsive sites.\n\n\nAbout the Presenter\nJulie Lafitte\, RDH\, B.Ed.\, M.Ed.\, G.D.C.T.\, G.C.C.T. is a registered dental hygienist with over 20 years of clinical experience and a full-time faculty member in the Dental Hygiene Program at John Abbott College in Québec\, Canada\, where she teaches both clinical and didactic courses. \nIn addition to her teaching role\, Julie serves as a reviewer for the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada (CDAC) and is a member of the Accreditation Review Committee\, contributing to accreditation activities and the advancement of dental hygiene education standards across Canada. She also serves on the Ordre des hygiénistes dentaires du Québec’s Committee on Infection Prevention and Control\, where she contributes to the development of evidence-based professional standards\, continuing education initiatives\, and clinical resources for the profession. Julie is an active member of the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) and the Ordre des hygiénistes dentaires du Québec (OHDQ). \nJulie holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.)\, a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)\, as well as a Graduate Diploma and Graduate Certificate in College Teaching. She is also a Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada Basic Life Support (BLS) and First Aid Instructor. \nPassionate about periodontal therapy\, evidence-based practice\, and dental hygiene education\, Julie is committed to translating current research into practical\, patient-centred clinical strategies. Whether teaching\, presenting\, or collaborating with colleagues\, she strives to bridge the gap between research and clinical practice\, helping dental professionals deliver confident\, evidence-informed patient care. \nModerator\nBeth Parkes\, RDH\nClinical Affairs Manager\, Curion. \nBeth will moderate the webinar\, facilitate participant engagement\, and assist with the question-and-answer session. \n\nSponsored by:
URL:https://bcdha.com/event/the-stubborn-pocket-evidence-based-clinical-strategies-for-non-responsive-periodontal-sites/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Holiday 2026 Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The BCDHA is governed by a Board of Directors whose members are selected through an 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).
URL:https://bcdha.com/event/holiday-2026-board-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Governance
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SUMMARY:Winter 2027 Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The BCDHA is governed by a Board of Directors whose members are selected through an 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).
URL:https://bcdha.com/event/winter-2027-board-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Governance
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SUMMARY:Oral-Systemic Health and the Integration of Dentistry into the Healthcare System
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThe landscape of contemporary dental practice is evolving toward biologically based therapies and prevention strategies that consider oral health a critical component of overall health and wellness. Join Dr. Anthony Iacopino to explore the integration of dentistry into the primary healthcare system and the management of oral biofilm as a critical component of chronic systemic disease management. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nDiscuss the meaning and relevance of “oral-systemic science/medicine” in modern practice.\nUnderstand the systemic inflammatory consequences of oral biofilm and its role in chronic disease.\nDescribe relationships between oral inflammation and systemic conditions like CVD and diabetes.\nAssess the environment for successful implementation of interprofessional patient management.\n\n\nAbout the Presenter\nDr. Anthony Iacopino\, DMD\, PhD\, is Dean Emeritus and Professor Emeritus at the University of Manitoba. A recognized international leader in oral-systemic health\, he founded the International Centre for Oral-Systemic Health (ICOSH) in 2008. He has published over 175 peer-reviewed manuscripts and is a renowned advocate for “one patient\, one care plan\, one record.” \nRegistration Opening Soon
URL:https://bcdha.com/event/oral-systemic-health-and-the-integration-of-dentistry-into-the-healthcare-system/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Virtual Study Club: Oral-Systemic health: Promoting the Interprofessional Collaboration of Dentistry and Medicine
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nMembers can access to the courses on-demand to accommodate those who may not be able to attend the live events and can sign up on our Thinkific platform to access the additional materials. \nSIGN UP HERE
URL:https://bcdha.com/event/virtual-study-club-oral-systemic-health-promoting-the-interprofessional-collaboration-of-dentistry-and-medicine/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Study Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20270421T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20270421T203000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Study Club: Surgical Pathology\, Orofacial Lesions\, and Cancer. Watch and wait: is it too late? with Dr. Nathan Lee
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nOrofacial lesions can present with a wide range of clinical features and may represent benign\, potentially malignant\, or malignant processes. Recognizing features and developing a systematic approach to evaluation are essential for establishing a differential diagnosis and ensuring timely management. \nLearning Objectives:\nAfter completing this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nReview the common causes and clinical presentations of orofacial lesions.\nDevelop a systematic approach to the evaluation and diagnosis of orofacial lesions.\n\nSign Up Here\n\n\nAbout the Virtual Study Club\nThe 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. \nMembers can also access courses on demand\, providing flexibility for those who may not be able to attend the live events. Additional materials are available through BCDHA’s Thinkific platform. \nRegister for the Virtual Study Club\n\n\nAbout the Presenter\n\n\n\nDr. Nathan Lee is a dual certified specialist in both Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology as well as a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and Fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology. He practices the full scope of oral medicine and pathology\, including diagnosis and management of temporomandibular disorders\, orofacial pain\, oral manifestations of systemic conditions\, and oromaxillofacial pathology. \nDr. Lee currently maintains private clinical practice on Vancouver Island\, BC\, at Victoria Oral Surgery and Nanaimo Dental Specialists. He received his DMD from the University of British Columbia and completed his residency jointly through UBC\, Vancouver General Hospital\, and the BC Cancer Agency. His training included rotations in internal medicine\, dermatology\, rheumatology\, oral oncology\, radiation oncology\, bone marrow transplant medicine\, head and neck pathology\, bone and soft tissue pathology\, lymphoma pathology\, dermatopathology\, and anatomic pathology.
URL:https://bcdha.com/event/virtual-study-club-precancerous-oral-lesions-with-dr-nathan-lee/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Study Club
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270530
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SUMMARY:Spring 2027 Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The BCDHA is governed by a Board of Directors whose members are selected through an 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).
URL:https://bcdha.com/event/spring-2027-board-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Governance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270613
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SUMMARY:BCDHA AGM 2027
DESCRIPTION:BCDHA members are invited to join us for the 2027 Annual General Meeting (AGM). \nThe AGM provides members with an opportunity to hear updates from the Association\, review key business\, and take part in BCDHA’s governance. \nAdditional details will be added to our AGM page as they become available. \nVISIT THE AGM PAGE
URL:https://bcdha.com/event/bcdha-agm-2027/
CATEGORIES:Governance
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