News & Events
While the most timely updates from the Greater Houston Dental Hygienists’ Association can be found on social media, we regularly post articles here as well.
Contact Your Representative Today for HB2056 & HB2348!
Both the Teledentistry Bill (HB2056) and the Local Anesthesia Bill (HB2348) had testimonies presented last week. They will be voted on Wednesday, 4/7. If you are in any of the districts listed here, please contact TODAY and share your support! Hygienists in Garnett...
GHDHA’s First Vice-President and Programs Chair, Tulsi Patel RDH, BSDH, MHA, is published in the latest edition of Dimensions! Dyclonine Hydrochloride reintroduced without needing a prescription per patient. Check it out in the latest edition of Dimensions!
ADHA Award Winners!
Congratulations to these two GHDHA members on being selected for an ADHA award! Dr. Harold Henson, RDH, PhD – Johnson & Johnson/ADHA Award for Excellence in Dental Hygiene Shawna Greer, RDH, BSDH – The Crest Oral-B/ADHA Esther Wilkins Future Leader Award We are so...
GHDHA Member Award Applications: Deadline 4/23/21
GHDHA MEMBER AWARD APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN! **Deadline has been extended until APRIL 23** Our GHDHA Member Award Applications are now open! We have two great awards you can apply to: Esther Wilkins Award: Given to a graduate dental hygienist who has made outstanding...
GHDHA Candidates Corner
Treasurer Candidate: Suzy Stevens Esther Garcia
GHDHA April Monthly Meeting & CE: 4/6/21
It's time for our April Monthly Meeting and CE! 🌼☀️🐣 Topic: Periodontal and Peri-Implant Treatment Success: Advancement in Chlorhexidine (1.5CE)Speaker: Jennifer Beckering RDH, BSDHDate: Tuesday, 4/6Time: 6:30PM – 9:00PMCost: FREE for ADHA Members // $15 for...
GHDHA Spring BIG CE! 4/9/21
Join us for our Spring BIG CE!! 🌸🌼🦋🌱 Topic: Medical Histories and Medical Emergencies: Vital Signs for the Dental Professional (3 CEU's)Speaker: Cindy Kleiman, RDH, BSDate: Friday, April 9, 2021Price: $30 for ADHA Members // $45 for Non-MembersRegister here:...
GHDHA March Monthly Meeting & CE
Register now for our March Monthy Meeting & CE! We'll be listening to our students present their awesome research posters! Topic: Student Poster PresentationsDate: Tuesday, March 3, 2021Time: 6:30PM-9:00PM Sign-up in advance for this meeting here:...
TDHA Resources
Hope everyone is staying warm and safe during this crazy week! Here are some great resources from TDHA to help you during this difficult time. CDC Guidance for Boil Water Notice: https://www.cdc.gov/parasites/crypto/health_professionals/bwa/dental.html Harris County...
TSBDE Emergency Meeting on 2/19/21
Here is what was discussed at the TSBDE emergency meeting about Rule 108.7. These updates will be presented to the governor. If accepted, they will be added to the register.*Please understand that TDHA has nothing to do with the decisions on these updates and rules....
