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New Grad Advisory Panel

Calling all new graduates! If you graduated from a dental hygiene program within the last two years, the ODHA invites you to share your thoughts and experiences by becoming a member of our new grad advisory panel. Together, we...

Student Welcome and Information Package

Welcome to the student section of ODHA’s website! You’ll find a wealth of helpful information specific to dental hygiene students and new graduates in Ontario.  FREE student and grad membership: Your ODHA student membership is completely free and includes...

Student Ambassador Program

  The ODHA Student Ambassador program is a great leadership opportunity for students enrolled in a dental hygiene program across Ontario.  The ODHA Student Ambassador in each dental hygiene cohort will play a key role forwarding ODHA communications to...

List of dental hygiene programs in Ontario

In Ontario, dental hygienists need to complete a post-secondary program at a community college, career college, or university (see list below). University programs are not available in Ontario. The curriculum focuses on oral and clinical science, with an emphasis...

Registering with the CDHO

The College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO) is the regulatory body for dental hygiene in the province of Ontario. CDHO regulates the practice of dental hygiene in the interest of the overall health and safety of the public...

Transitioning from School to Practice

Roadmap to Practice for Ontario Dental Hygiene Students – a step by step guide  Preparing to graduate and fulfill all the various requirements to become a registered dental hygienist in Ontario can be overwhelming. In order to assist students...

Practice Settings

General dental practice General dental practice is the traditional area of employment for dental hygienists. Settings include solo or group practices in general dentistry or dental specialties. Possible opportunities for restorative dental hygienists in such settings. Restorative dental hygienists...

Getting the Job

See our collection of Job search techniques Career services within dental hygiene schools Algonquin College Cambrian College Canadore College Collège Boréal Confederation College Resumé and CV preparation Curriculum Vitae versus Resume: What’s the Difference? Curriculum Vitae (CV) Samples and...

Guide to Researching

PICO The PICO model is the most effective method of defining and formulating research questions in the field of dentistry and dental hygiene. The easy-to-remember acronym breaks down specific patient problems into four key components to ensure the most...

Post-Graduate Education Options

Post-Graduate Educational Options The post-graduate study options for dental hygienists are truly endless, as dental hygiene provides graduates with an excellent foundation in health care, specifically as it relates to oral care. Many dental hygienist graduates further their education...