Arizona Dental Hygienists' Association

06/23/2026

JOIN OUR FIRST VIRTUAL CE OF THE YEAR!! 💜🦷

Course Objectives:

● Examine the biological links between periodontal inflammation and Alzheimer’s

disease.

● Recognize oral and systemic risk factors associated with cognitive decline.

● Identify early oral indicators that may signal increased dementia risk.

● Implement prevention-focused periodontal strategies that support brain health.

Click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-complex-nature-of-oral-health-its-relationship-to-alzheimers-disease-registration-1987470181815?aff=oddtdtcreator

06/23/2026

🎧 NEW EPISODE! The link between oral inflammation and Alzheimer's disease is real, and this Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month is a good reminder that dental hygienists are uniquely positioned to do something about it. At ADHA’s Integrated Care Summit 2026, host Matt Crespin sat down with Anne Rice, an Alzheimer’s prevention consultant and CEO of Oral Systemic Seminars, to discuss a connection too many clinicians are missing. Tune in: adha.org/pod

🎙️ Guest: Anne Rice, RDH, BS, FAAOSH, CDP
🎧 Host: Matt Crespin, MPH, RDH, FADHA

06/18/2026

Join Penn Dental Medicine and NYU and learn a simple, evidence-based approach to:

Identify fearful patients with one screening question
Discuss fear in less than a minute using a proven communication strategy
Refer patients to a free NIH-funded treatment program
Support patients without adding chair time or disrupting workflow
Discover how the Dental FearLess stepped-care model is helping patients reduce fear, improve appointment attendance, and become more receptive to needed dental care.

Free CE. No-cost patient referrals. Practical tools you can use immediately.
https://cde.dental.upenn.edu/Course/1715-Reduce-Cancellations-Expand-Access-Recognize-Refer-and-ReEngage-Patients-with-Dental-Fear

06/18/2026

Antibiotic Prophylaxis in Dental Care: Practical Guidance for Premedication Decisions
(1 Free CE Credit) Register Here- https://learning.carequest.org/ #/instructor-led-courses/f1cb5a1b-3ea1-4b8c-aa21-84e3df362713
Join CareQuest Institute and the American Academy of Oral Medicine for a webinar that will provide clear, practical guidance on when premedication is appropriate — and when it is not. The unique panel of experts will highlight the risks of antibiotic overuse, review current recommendations – including updated guidance for infective endocarditis and artificial joints – and address common areas of confusion in dental practice. They’ll explain how to assess patient risk, apply evidence-based recommendations, and make confident decisions that support both individual patient outcomes and responsible antibiotic stewardship.

06/17/2026

💨 Get Ready to Go Full Throttle on Your CE Requirements! 💨🏁
Join the Southern Arizona Dental Hygienists Association for Full Throttle CE 2026 on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at Pima Community College – West Campus!
✅ Earn 9 CE Units
✅ Topics include Mental Health, Infection Control, Communication, Ethics, Nutrition & more
✅ Breakfast & Lunch Provided
✅ Optional BLS Certification Available (additional fee)
💲 ADHA Members: $100
💲 Non-Members: $125
Whether you're looking to fulfill licensure requirements, expand your knowledge, or connect with fellow dental professionals, this is an event you won't want to miss!
🎟️ Scan the QR code to register and secure your spot today!

06/13/2026

Join AzDHA for our first virtual CE event of 2026 as we welcome Debbie Seidel-Bittke to explore the powerful connection between oral health and the brain.
Discover how oral health directly influences brain function and Alzheimer’s Disease prevention. This course empowers dental hygienists to recognize early signs of oral inflammation, strategically sequence hygiene appointments, and apply evidence-based protocols to reduce systemic inflammation and support whole-body health. Transform your role as a preventive care specialist and help patients live longer, healthier lives through improved oral and cognitive health.

**WE ARE WORKING ON GETTING APPROVAL FOR CALIFORNIA CE

Course Objectives:
● Examine the biological links between periodontal inflammation and Alzheimer’s
disease.
● Recognize oral and systemic risk factors associated with cognitive decline.
● Identify early oral indicators that may signal increased dementia risk.
● Implement prevention-focused periodontal strategies that support brain health.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-complex-nature-of-oral-health-its-relationship-to-alzheimers-disease-registration-1987470181815?aff=oddtdtcreator
(Instagram: click link in bio!)

06/08/2026

‼🦷💜Join AzDHA for our first virtual CE event of 2026 as we welcome Debbie Seidel-Bittke to explore the powerful connection between oral health and the brain.

Discover how oral health directly influences brain function and Alzheimer’s Disease prevention. This course empowers dental hygienists to recognize early signs of oral inflammation, strategically sequence hygiene appointments, and apply evidence-based protocols to reduce systemic inflammation and support whole-body health. Transform your role as a preventive care specialist and help patients live longer, healthier lives through improved oral and cognitive health.

WE ARE WORKING ON GETTING APPROVAL FOR CALIFORNIA CE

Course Objectives:

● Examine the biological links between periodontal inflammation and Alzheimer’s

disease.

● Recognize oral and systemic risk factors associated with cognitive decline.

● Identify early oral indicators that may signal increased dementia risk.

● Implement prevention-focused periodontal strategies that support brain health.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-complex-nature-of-oral-health-its-relationship-to-alzheimers-disease-registration-1987470181815?aff=oddtdtcreator

06/06/2026

Congrats, graduates! 🦷🎓💜

06/04/2026

🤍 Know your worth & POTENTIAL 🤍

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