Hygiene Rising

On today's episode of the Official American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) Podcast, ADHA President Matt Crespin is joined by ADHA staff members Kelsey Turner, Ashley Boser, and President Elect, Lisa Moravec, to discuss their roles and the role that ADHA plays in supporting students.

Episode Highlights:

• Some of the ways ADHA is supporting students and what they do with students

• Some of the resources that ADHA provides to students including ADHA's newly launched National Board Review
• Ways for students to get more engaged in ADHA work
• Scholarships and research opportunities
• Lisa's current role and views on what ADHA has to offer students

Quotes:

"It's really always exciting to see the students engaged."

"The students get the same benefits as professional members."

"There are so many resources in the Board Review, and it can all be done directly from your computer."

"They can do it in their pajamas right from their computer screens."

"I can definitely attest that Annual Conference is an event that you don't want to miss."

Links:

American Dental Hygienists' Association homepage:   https://www.adha.org/

ADHA Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/youradha/

The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage:

http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/

The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429

Kelsey and Ashley's contact information: 

P: (312) 440-8900                 Email: [email protected]

On today’s episode of the Official American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) Podcast, ADHA President Matt Crespin is joined by ADHA staff members Kelsey Turner, Ashley Boser, and President Elect, Lisa Moravec, to discuss their roles and the role that ADHA plays in supporting students.

Episode Highlights:

• Some of the ways ADHA is supporting students and what they do with students

• Some of the resources that ADHA provides to students including ADHA’s newly launched National Board Review
• Ways for students to get more engaged in ADHA work
• Scholarships and research opportunities
• Lisa’s current role and views on what ADHA has to offer students

Quotes:

“It’s really always exciting to see the students engaged.”

“The students get the same benefits as professional members.”

“There are so many resources in the Board Review, and it can all be done directly from your computer.”

“They can do it in their pajamas right from their computer screens.”

“I can definitely attest that Annual Conference is an event that you don’t want to miss.”

Links:

American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage:   https://www.adha.org/

ADHA Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/youradha/

The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage:

http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/

The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429

Kelsey and Ashley’s contact information: 

P: (312) 440-8900                 Email: [email protected]

Matt Crespin returns to the Official American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) Podcast for his monthly 'fireside chat' in which he shares many exciting ADHA updates with listeners.

Episode Highlights:

• The ADHA's Annual Fall Board Meeting and some of its outcomes
• Exciting news about ADHA collaborations and initiatives

• Matt's 'Call to Action'
• Celebrating the amazing work of The Children's Dental Health Project

Quotes:

"If you believe it will work out, you'll see opportunity, and if you believe it won't, you'll see obstacles...I'd really challenge each…one of you as dental hygienists…to really see what those opportunities are to advance our work and advance our profession."

"We really felt it was important for the entire membership, and really the entire dental hygiene community, to be in tune with what the Board is doing."

"We're really taking a deep dive in looking at how our organization is governed."

"What I can share with you is that…we are in a very, very strong financial position."

"We're seeing positive news, positive trends when it comes to membership."

"We hope you take advantage of these great continuing education opportunities that are offered on our new virtual platform."

Links:

American Dental Hygienists' Association homepage:   https://www.adha.org/

ADHA Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/youradha/

The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage:

http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/

The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429

Matt's email:   [email protected]

Matt Crespin returns to the Official American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) Podcast for his monthly ‘fireside chat’ in which he shares many exciting ADHA updates with listeners.

Episode Highlights:

• The ADHA’s Annual Fall Board Meeting and some of its outcomes
• Exciting news about ADHA collaborations and initiatives

• Matt’s ‘Call to Action’
• Celebrating the amazing work of The Children’s Dental Health Project

Quotes:

“If you believe it will work out, you’ll see opportunity, and if you believe it won’t, you’ll see obstacles...I’d really challenge each…one of you as dental hygienists…to really see what those opportunities are to advance our work and advance our profession.”

“We really felt it was important for the entire membership, and really the entire dental hygiene community, to be in tune with what the Board is doing.”

“We’re really taking a deep dive in looking at how our organization is governed.”

“What I can share with you is that…we are in a very, very strong financial position.”

“We’re seeing positive news, positive trends when it comes to membership.”

“We hope you take advantage of these great continuing education opportunities that are offered on our new virtual platform.”

Links:

American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage:   https://www.adha.org/

ADHA Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/youradha/

The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage:

http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/

The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429

Matt’s email:   [email protected]

Matt Crespin, the 2019-2020 ADHA President, is back to host this week's episode of the Official American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) Podcast. Matt introduces the concept of advocacy with the help of his guest, Ann Lynch, ADHA's Director of Advocacy and Education, who talks about the world of dental hygiene advocacy and her role within it.

Episode Highlights:

• Anne's background and her current role with ADHA

• The advocacy work that ADHA is doing
• What hygienists can do to advocate in their own state and some examples of what is happening at the state level that impacts the profession
• The strategic goals of ADHA advocacy

Quotes:

"I think that it's really important that dental hygienists position themselves as experts in their field."

"It's great that you are able to help navigate our work at the Federal level and making sure that dental hygienists are at the forefront, at the table, and part of the discussion."

"Lawmakers love it when you offer to be a resource for them."

"We know that…currently there a lot of, an ever increasing amount of, ethical issues, along with validity and reliability surrounding that process for initial examination."

"I believe that there will be a day that dental therapists are as commonplace as nurse practitioners and physician assistants are today in the health care team."

Links:

American Dental Hygienists' Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/

 ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/

The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage:

http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/

The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429

Matt Crespin, the 2019-2020 ADHA President, is back to host this week’s episode of the Official American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) Podcast. Matt introduces the concept of advocacy with the help of his guest, Ann Lynch, ADHA’s Director of Advocacy and Education, who talks about the world of dental hygiene advocacy and her role within it.

Episode Highlights:

• Anne’s background and her current role with ADHA

• The advocacy work that ADHA is doing
• What hygienists can do to advocate in their own state and some examples of what is happening at the state level that impacts the profession
• The strategic goals of ADHA advocacy

Quotes:

“I think that it’s really important that dental hygienists position themselves as experts in their field.”

“It’s great that you are able to help navigate our work at the Federal level and making sure that dental hygienists are at the forefront, at the table, and part of the discussion.”

“Lawmakers love it when you offer to be a resource for them.”

“We know that…currently there a lot of, an ever increasing amount of, ethical issues, along with validity and reliability surrounding that process for initial examination.”

“I believe that there will be a day that dental therapists are as commonplace as nurse practitioners and physician assistants are today in the health care team.”

Links:

American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/

 ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/

The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage:

http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/

The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429

Welcome to the Official American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) Podcast! Each week we'll be highlighting our members across the U.S. and the amazing work they are doing, as well as bringing special messages from ADHA leadership to give everyone the inside scoop on the association.

In this opening episode, Matt Crespin, the 2019-2020 ADHA President and its first male President, invites listeners to not only learn more about himself and his vision for the ADHA, but also to work with him to share their innovative practices and 'to keep imagining what the future might hold'.

Episode Highlights:

• Matt's concept of 'Imagine' for ADHA members
• Matt's personal and professional history
• The role of the ADHA and how its members can contribute to shaping its future
• An exciting new partnership to celebrate National Dental Hygiene month

• Exploring 'The Promise to the Dental Hygiene Profession' and 'Direct Access'
  
  

Quotes:

"Many of you across the country are imagining new ways and places for Dental Hygienists to practice."

"I couldn't be more dedicated to engage each of you to imagine what our future might hold."

 "FDR challenged all of us to imagine the future when he noted, 'The only limit to the realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today.' "

"We have to continue to think upward and outward to advance our association and our profession, and this is one of my main goals in leading this year."

"I never imagined that a Dental Hygienist would donate her kidney to one of their patients."

"We must take the road less travelled and blaze a new trail together. Imagine where it might lead."

Links:

American Dental Hygienists' Association homepage:    https://www.adha.org/

ADHA National Dental Hygiene Month homepage:  

https://www.adha.org/national-dental-hygiene-month

ADHA Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/youradha/

The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage:

http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/

The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429

Matt Crespin email: [email protected]

Welcome to the Official American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) Podcast! Each week we'll be highlighting our members across the U.S. and the amazing work they are doing, as well as bringing special messages from ADHA leadership to give everyone the inside scoop on the association.

In this opening episode, Matt Crespin, the 2019-2020 ADHA President and its first male President, invites listeners to not only learn more about himself and his vision for the ADHA, but also to work with him to share their innovative practices and ‘to keep imagining what the future might hold’.

Episode Highlights:

• Matt’s concept of ‘Imagine’ for ADHA members
• Matt’s personal and professional history
• The role of the ADHA and how its members can contribute to shaping its future
• An exciting new partnership to celebrate National Dental Hygiene month

• Exploring ‘The Promise to the Dental Hygiene Profession’ and ‘Direct Access’
  
  

Quotes:

“Many of you across the country are imagining new ways and places for Dental Hygienists to practice.”

“I couldn’t be more dedicated to engage each of you to imagine what our future might hold.”

 “FDR challenged all of us to imagine the future when he noted, ‘The only limit to the realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today.’ “

“We have to continue to think upward and outward to advance our association and our profession, and this is one of my main goals in leading this year.”

“I never imagined that a Dental Hygienist would donate her kidney to one of their patients.”

“We must take the road less travelled and blaze a new trail together. Imagine where it might lead.”

Links:

American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage:    https://www.adha.org/

ADHA National Dental Hygiene Month homepage:  

https://www.adha.org/national-dental-hygiene-month

ADHA Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/youradha/

The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage:

http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/

The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429

Matt Crespin email: [email protected]