Who is hanging out at Midwinter this weekend?

Stop by Friday afternoon (after you get your drink) during Sips, Suds and Sales to say hello to Illinois Dental Hygienists Association Leadership at the onDiem/Darby booth #4025 from 3:30-4:30.

Happy to answer IDHA questions, discuss legislation, onDiem, and just visit!

 IL RDHS--Get a Starbucks Gift Card for stopping by! Hope to see you there!

Check out the resources ADHA has to help you keep your pediatric patients smiling all year long! Our Clinical Practice Resources include tools to support the development of lifelong good oral health habits. Learn More >>>

Go to adha.org/NCDHM for more events, resources and content this month

In honor of Children’s Dental Health month and Give Kids a Smile Day, We have gotten information from some of our state dental hygiene programs. 

Parkland Dental Hygiene Program had a very successful Give Kids A Smile Day, seeing 180 children. Students and faculty participated on February 10, 2024 working with the Champaign Urbana Public Health District, and Illini District Dental Society. 

Southern and College of DuPage are having their events on

Friday, March 1, 2024

Licensure Portability

Have you thought about the possibility of moving to another state?

The horror stories we all hear about obtaining the state license is often a deterrent. 

IDHA is putting forward a state bill for Illinois to be part of the Dental/Dental Hygienist Licensure Compact. There are 4 states already part of the compact, and others will be joining. (Iowa, Washington State, Tennessee, Wisconsin). For more information regarding the compact, go to IDHA.org to see a recording of the most recent presentation regarding the compact, or go to ddh.org for more information.

WE NEED YOU to reach out to your state legislators regarding these bills. Visiting their office, phone calls or emails all are effective ways of reaching out.

Only by hearing from their voting constituents will the message get across that we want this bill to pass in Illinois. If Illinois is not part of the compact, we will continue to have to jump through the hoops of state license requirements for other states.

The house bill is HB4579

The senate bill is SB2982

You can find your state legislator at elections.il.gov

2024 Annual Conference registration is now open!

Let’s get competitive!

Hey there, y'all! Get ready to jazz it up with some Crescent City charm! We're kicking off the dental shindig of the year starting Wednesday, February 15, 2024! It's a showdown like no other as each state gears up to strut their stuff and rack up those registrations for the ADHA24 Annual Conference.

Picture this: the thrill of the chase, the buzz of the competition, all set against the backdrop of New Orleans' vibrant culture! And here's the cherry on top: the state with the sassiest, spunkiest crew, boasting the highest percentage of registered members, will score not just one or two, but a whopping FIVE passes to ADHA25 on the sunny shores of Long Beach, CA! The state competition deadline is Friday, July 12.

Lets go Illinois!!

PHDHs please submit your PHDH yearly form to IDPH for 2023 information. You can find the form HERE

Reminder— As a PHDH, you will need an additional 12 hours relating to Public Health for the licensure period. So, in addition to the 36 hours for license renewal, you will need a total of 48 hours of CE to keep your certification.

SATURDAY March 9TH, 2024 8AM-4PM

FIRST 13 REGISTRANTS WILL RECEIVE A $200 REIMBURSEMENT

*LIMITED SPOTS AVAILIBLE*

To make sure you qualify to take the PHDH Certification course; and to register visit IDHA.net/PHDH

IDHA received a $20,000 grant to help Illinois RDHs complete PHDH certification!

This grant makes PHDH certification FREE for IDHA members*

and discounted for non-members.

*ADHA membership dues must be paid through the end of 2024. Limited reimbursement spots available

This offer will NOT be available after the March class

Public Health Dental Hygienist Certification Course

(PHDH Review and Exam Course)

Next Course: March 9, 2024

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

ZOOM Webinar

8 Live CEUs

$200 for IDHA/ADHA Members - $600 for Non-Members - ($200 reimbursed upon successful completion of the exam)

To make sure you qualify to take the PHDH Certification course; and to register visit IDHA.net/PHDH

Lake/McHenry County is Hosting a CE

When: Friday March 8th 9AM-4PM

Where: Round Lake Civic Center

2007 N Civic Center Way, Round Lake Beach, IL 60073

6 CE Credits

Paul G. Luepke, D.D.S., M.S. FACD

Paul G. Luepke, D.D.S., M.S. FACD, Interim Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs, previous Chair and Director of Advanced Education in Periodontics, Department of Periodontology, UTHSC. Previous Director of the Advanced Education Program in Periodontics, Marquette University School of Dentistry and Chair of Surgical Sciences. He was at Marquette University from 2008 to 2019. Dr. Luepke is working on becoming a certified Executive Coach via the Co-Active Training Institute which was the first organization accredited by the International Coach Federation. Dr. Luepke lectures to the pre-doctorate, post-doctorate, local, state, national and international venues.  

Dr. Luepke received his Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry from Monmouth College, dental degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago. He received his periodontal training (Certificate and Masters) from the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio. Dr. Luepke is a Diplomate and Vice President Director of the American Board of Periodontology and the Chair, Review Committee for the Commission of Dental Accreditation. Dr. Luepke retired from the Navy in 2008 with the rank of Captain after 21 years of service. 

In this session the following objectives are:

-        The role of the periodontal probe

-        Discrepancies of the periodontal probe

-        Strategic value of teeth

-        What does bleeding on probing really tell you

-        Can you probe an implant, do you need special probe?

-        Access for hygiene

Dental Hygiene Leadership Summit

March 23, 2024

9:00AM - 4:30AM

6.5 Live CE Credits

The Dental Hygiene Leadership Summit offers a full-day of enhanced leadership training for dental hygienists looking to broaden their skills and apply new learning to daily experiences. Use the skills you learn in this course to flex your leadership potential as you learn about yourself, and understand how to positively influence others while solving problems collaboratively.

You can aspire to positions of greater responsibility by applying critical thinking and uncovering opportunities for innovation and positive impact. The variety of presentations, panel discussions and audience involvement will create a dynamic learning experience to help you engage in and internalize what you’re learning. Apply the methods and strategies from this course in your practice and daily routine to maximize your overall effectiveness by leading with inspiration and focusing on action

ADHA Members: $175, Nonmembers: $225

Find more details at https://www.adha.org/events/leadershipsummit2024

Apply to be on an ADHA Committee

Our committees play a crucial role in shaping the direction of the organization, fostering collaboration, and driving initiatives that positively impact our professional community. Your unique perspective and experience make you a valuable asset, and we believe that your involvement will greatly enrich our collective efforts.

We are currently seeking volunteers for various committees, including the Leadership Development Committee, Committee on Policy and Bylaws, and the Awards Committee.

To express your interest or learn more about the committees, please submit an application below. Questions can be directed to exec.office@adha.net.