Greater Houston Dental Hygienists' Association

Coming up soon! The last session in the I-O-Happy Hour fundraising series is all about the furry friends in our lives. Join other hygienist dog lovers and pamper your pups by learning how to make safe homemade treats that will have them "begging" for more! Get a group together and SIGN UP TODAY at adha.org/IOHappyHours

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of a long time member and former GHDHA President, Carol Swift. Carol passed away on May 30, 2024 after a brief hospital stay. Carol was an oral cancer survivor, a long time member of GHDHA, TDHA and ADHA and was GHDHA President in the early 90's. She worked full time for almost 50 years. Her sister Patsy is also a Registered Dental Hygienist!
A memorial service is planned at Schmidt Funeral Home in Katy at 11am on June 15, 2024. The address is 1344 W Grand Parkway South, Katy, TX 77494.
There is a small obituary right now but a full obituary will be completed soon with the Schmidt Funeral Home.

𝗗𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗔𝗱𝗼𝗽𝘁𝘀 𝗛𝘆𝗴𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗥𝘂𝗹𝗲

A new rule establishing certification procedures and standards for dental hygienists to administer local infiltration anesthetic was adopted at today’s TSBDE meeting.

Although the new rule has been adopted, there will be a delay as the TSBDE implements a process for issuing the required certificate to eligible dental hygienists. (Even though you may have a certificate from out of state you will still need to be approved by TSBDE before you are able to administer in Texas)

Remember, once certified dental hygienist are limited to:
- limited to infiltration only;
- for non-sedated patients or those sedated solely with nitrous oxide/oxygen inhalation; and
- only while the hygienist is providing hygiene services within the dental hygiene scope of practice

Please stay tuned as we update our website and send out this information. TSBDE will also be a resource for information.

Monday Monday Monday! Join us for the last meeting before we break for the summer 🌞 Link in bio to join the fun!💜🦷

Mixology Lesson
Sunday, May 5 | 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm CT

Mix, Mingle & Sip! A professional mixologist shows you the bartending basics in this virtual cocktail making class. Craft 2 classic cocktails, master bartending skills & mixology techniques and learn to pair ingredients and flavors to start creating your own cocktails. Includes Q&A and mocktail alternatives. Only $25 to participate.

LEARN MORE & SIGN UP

https://mymembership.adha.org/Members/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=V_IOH0524

Who wants to volunteer for Star of the South? The dates are July 26-27. Contact GHDS to offer your help.

Celebrate National Volunteer Month in April in a great way: Become a Host to a Speaker or Room Captain for Houston's Premier Dental Meeting! Volunteer NOW: https://tinyurl.com/StarHostCaptainVolunteers


Greater Houston Dental Hygienists' Association

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May 6, 2024 Monthly Meeting & CE Sign Up Installation of New Officers for 2024-2025     PLEASE NOTE: CHANGE IN DATE AND SPEAKER MAY MONTHLY MEETING & CE with Installation of 2024-2025 Officers Monday, May 6, 2024 6:30pm Social Time 9:00pm Me

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Change of Date and Speaker for May Monthly Meeting Mark your calendars!   There is a change of date and speaker for the May Monthly Meeting. The date will change to Monday, May 6, 2024. The speaker will be Dr Drew Rossi with the topic Common Oral Pat

NEW EVENT ✨ April 30, 2024

Registration OPEN:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOoCr4HJvPj1cghVvnSkUCQe0w-iVXyyNIVxUlOtTdwYaeFQ/viewform

Last chance to register for the Salas making class! You’ll learn how to make 3 different salsas. Class is tomorrow, April 14th from 4:00-5:00 CT.

Did you miss the 1st I-O-Happy Hour? We had a blast learning to make Irish Soda Bread. It’s not too late to register for the next one.

Salsa Making Class: Get ready to salsa your way through a flavorful adventure! Join us for a salsa making class where you'll learn the art of crafting mouthwatering salsas that will add a zing to any dish.

Registration: Attend an event for just $35. Bring your own snacks or beverages, then immerse yourself in the fun and creative activities and chat with your peers! Registration link in comments.

Have you signed up yet?!? Check out all the details for the GHDHA Big Spring CE in April 2024 ✨✨

Registrations are open! Sign up today! 📝📝

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GHDHA Dental Hygiene Annual Awards are OPEN ‼️🎉

Applications are due April 9th, 2024. 📝

Please contact Hannah K. Medrano, GHDHA Awards Committee Chair, for further inquiry!
✨Email: [email protected]
✨Phone: 404-520-3785

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Have you signed up for the 1st ADHA I-O-Happy Hour? It’s only 10 days away

March 10: Irish Soda Bread Workshop
4:00pm - 5:00 pm CT

Learn more & Register in comments

We can’t wait to see what the students of Houston have been working on! Join us for Table Clinic night March 5th! 💜🦷

Check out all the details for the GHDHA Big Spring CE in April 2024 ✨

Registrations are open! Sign up today! 📝📝

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1cOWlGO9PdlkwAtHMGiwqFyacaxVh_KrTZb5ew6J3Auc/viewform?edit_requested=true

Nominations are OPEN 🎉🎉🎉🎉

Registrations are opennnn✨

GHDHA Spring CE

Make sure you sign up today for this amazing event 🦷

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Hygienist Opportunity ✨

Get ready to get up to date on your gut! We are excited to invite you all to our February monthly meeting and CE. Join us and Victoria Patrounova, RDH MPH to learn how gastrointestinal inflammatory conditions can effect oral health. Link is in below! We can’t wait to see you there 🦷💜

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Registration will open sooon🦷

2024 Graduating Hygienists! We believe you should join your local component of the American Dental Hygienists' Association. If Kristy came to visit with your school, please "LIKE" our page and comment on this post with the name of your school for the chance to win a $250 VISA gift card to put towards your 1st year's Professional Membership to ADHA. Drawing will be held on Wednesday, June 12th!

Ready to make a difference? ADHA is still accepting applications for select elected officials positions. Apply by February 5 to share your talents, teamwork, creativity, and collaboration with this incredible group of leaders. Together, we can support and cultivate an positive professional environment and keep our profession moving forward! Start your application today at https://ow.ly/V0Lf50QuEl7