About
OUR MISSION
To improve public health by increasing the awareness of, and access to, quality oral health, and to represent and protect the interests of licensed dental hygienists through a viable professional organization.
OUR GOALS
Promote public awareness of the profession of dental hygiene.
Suport the highest standards of dental hygiene, licensure, and practice by providing quality Continuing Education courses, and by staying abreast of legislation pertaining to the dental hygiene scope of practice.
Support efforts the improve collaborative practice within the dental field, and promote inter-professional collaboration by building partnerships with allied health organizations.
OUR STRUCTURE
The Alaska Dental Hygienists' Association is part of the American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) The ADHA is divided into three levels:
NATIONAL LEVEL
American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA)
CONSTITUENT LEVEL (state)
Alaska Dental Hygienists' Association (AK DHA)
COMPONENT LEVEL (local)
Cook Inlet Dental Hygienists' Association (CIDHA)
Midnight Sun Dental Hygienists' Association (MSDHA)
Alaska DHA is a 501(c)6 non-profit organization
We believe everyone should have access to high quality dental hygiene services.
Life long friendships and professional colleagues. The best CE courses. Big savings. And an epic annual conference in New Orleans July 2024. Renew your passion for oral health and stay connected for another year to fellow Alaska hygienists who share your passion for oral health. Renew your membership today at mymembership.adha.org
