• Mouth-watering Insights into Scleroderma, Lupus, and Sjogren Disease

    OBJECTIVES To gain an understanding of the extent of the debilitation of dry mouth in lupus, scleroderma, and Sjögren Disease (SjD) with respect to quality of life (QoL) To explore the Prosthodontic challenges in treating such patients with dry mouth To recognize the treatment strategies available to manage the dental deterioration through traditional and non-traditional […]

  • Spring 2025 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).

  • Fluoride Essentials: What Dental Hygienists Need to Know About Today’s Products

    Join us for an enlightening webinar on "Fluoride Essentials: What Dental Hygienists Need to Know About Today's Products." This session will unravel the mysteries behind fluoride, a cornerstone of dental health, and provide dental hygienists with critical insights into the latest products and applications. Whether you're grappling with choosing the right fluoride varnish or advising […]

  • The Dental Team’s role in Dental Sleep Medicine

    A high-level overview to emphasize the core purpose behind DSM - improving health, enhancing the quality of life, and addressing critical sleep-related health issues. SPEAKER Dr. Stephen Bray is a general dentist practicing Dental Sleep Medicine since 1999, with an exclusive focus on this field since 2008. He possesses extensive training, teaching, and clinical experience […]

  • Poolside Chat

    Join us Monday, July 28th from 7:00 to 8:30 PM for our summer Poolside Chat. This is a great opportunity to stay connected and catch up on important updates affecting dental hygiene in BC. REGISTER HERE

  • Virtual Study Club: Dental Sleep Medicine, what options do your patients have and why and when do they need them?

    Sleep is a vital component of overall health, yet many individuals suffer from sleep disorders that go undiagnosed or untreated. This two-part course equips dental hygienists with the foundational knowledge to understand the physiology of sleep and the impact of sleep disorders on health. By gaining insight into these critical areas, dental hygienists can confidently […]

  • 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).

  • Beadwork is Medicine

    The traditional Indigenous practice of beadwork can be used to positively impact peoples' mental, emotional, physical and spiritual healing. Participants will learn about the holistic healing advantages of beading, from an Ininiw Iskwew (Cree Woman) perspective, practicing the craft on an individual basis as well as my experiences teaching it to groups of all ages. […]