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The Virginia Dental Hygienists' Association (VDHA) is a chartered affiliate of the American Dental Hygienists' Association, the largest professional organization for dental hygienists.

11/02/2026

Get your purple scarves ready…

10/16/2026

Give 7. Celebrate 70. 💜

This , celebrate 70 years of impact with a gift that includes a 7.
$7. $70. $700.

Every gift supports what's next!
Donate now: www.mightycause.com/story/ADHAFoundation70thAnniversary

10/09/2026

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Meet Tracey Martin. ✨ We are so thankful for the countless hours of service to the association and profession you have provided over the years, Tracey. Congratulations on being recognized with the 2026 Patricia A Golliday Award of Dedication!🦷

➡️We would love to feature you too, take the brief survey by scanning the QR or visiting the link.

10/08/2026

Get to Know Your VDHA! 🦷

Ever wondered how the Virginia Dental Hygienists’ Association is organized or where YOU fit in?

VDHA is powered by dedicated volunteers serving at the state and local levels through our Executive Board, components, councils, and committees. Each plays an important role in advancing our profession, supporting members, promoting education, and advocating for oral health.

Whether you’re interested in leadership, legislative advocacy, membership, continuing education, or simply getting more involved, there’s a place for you in VDHA!

Take a look at our organizational chart to learn how we’re structured and discover the many opportunities to make a difference. Take the skills and interest survey today linked here! https://forms.gle/pyJ1PpAtdr5HUhL16

Your association. Your profession. Your voice.

🌐 www.yourvdha.com

09/24/2026

Then & Now: A Celebration of Dental Hygiene’s Anniversaries 🦷✨

Join the VDHA Foundation as we kick off National Dental Hygiene Month with a look back at where our profession has been, and a celebration of how far we’ve come!

WHEN: Friday, October 2 | 6–8 PM
WHERE: Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/Short Pump
WHAT: Reception, music, networking, cash bar & hors d’oeuvres

Have a piece of dental hygiene history tucked away? Bring your photos and memorabilia from 1920–2026 and help us represent the eras that have shaped our profession, from caps and crisp white uniforms to today’s PPE and modern practice.

RSVP is required to attend this FREE event. Reserve your spot here: https://yourvdha.com/meetinginfo.php?id=13&ts=1789815674

Come celebrate the history, milestones, memories, and evolution of dental hygiene with colleagues from across Virginia! 💜🦷

09/05/2026

VDHA appreciates everyone who is willing to submit comments on the guidance document addressing the change in scope for scaling assistants. When submitting your comments, please keep a few things in mind:

1️⃣Brevity and a clear ask are important.
Please state that we believe a full regulatory process is warranted and was anticipated by the legislature, then succinctly support that request using the provided talking points.
2️⃣Keep comments focused on the regulatory process.
Unfortunately, the legislation has already passed, and only the legislature can reverse that change. At this stage, we are asking the Virginia Board of Dentistry to exercise its regulatory authority and establish appropriate standards and oversight.
3️⃣Do not react to other comments.
We want our comments to be taken seriously and remain focused on what we are asking the Board to do. Avoid responding directly to or debating other commenters.

FULL TALKING POINTS CAN BE FOUND HERE: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mG2l_7zfLTvSvjDWgseP-fBi4_ZoR9T_/view?usp=drivesdk

PUBLIC COMMENT CLOSES AT 11:59 PM ON 9/9! https://townhall.virginia.gov/l/Comments.cfm?GDocForumID=2933

Thank you for your continued engagement and advocacy!

09/04/2026

📢Listen in for the latest update from VDHA lobbyist, Barrett Hardiman.

🎉Huge congrats to Meg Lemaster on her recent appointment as Chair of the Board of Dentistry! We are so thrilled to see a dental hygienist in this important role and elevating the profession we value so much.

🚨Updates from the Board of Dentistry meeting from today.

➡️Take action now and post your public comments at https://townhall.virginia.gov/l/Comments.cfm?GDocForumID=2933&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZnRzaAUIB0VwZG9mAmZkaWQWUNydvDvsYi3LjFUhTu8ElBglV1lgLmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDzEyNDAyNDU3NDI4NzQxNAABp5FnHYkk61r55Ih847WBY1if84ZlkNCjyAy4Cvx-XtKbJMdUkv7epfXSlL9L_aem_3tBLjOA3MKbqDgE_IWHIRg. Virginia residents, use the Board of Dentistry public comment period as an opportunity to express your disappointment in the Board of Dentistry’s failure to initiate a regulatory process regarding scaling assistants.

Stay informed. Stay engaged. Stay involved.

09/01/2026

🚨ATTENTION VIRGINIA DENTAL HYGIENISTS AND RESIDENTS‼️

The Board of Dentistry has posted an amendment to its guidance document on scope related to legislation that passed earlier this year allowing dental assistants to scale teeth. We want to encourage Virginia residents to use this comment period as an opportunity to express your disappointment in the Board of Dentistry’s failure to initiate a regulatory process that would provide state oversight of this new category of employee.

➡️Visit this link (also in our bio) to make your public comment now: https://townhall.virginia.gov/l/Comments.cfm?GDocForumID=2933

‼️COMMENT PERIOD OPEN UNTIL 11:59 PM SEPT 9TH‼️

08/28/2026

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Meet Rosa Tripp. ✨ We are so lucky to have members just like you, Rosa! Keep up the good work. 🦷

➡️We would love to feature you next, take the brief survey by scanning the QR or visiting the link.

08/15/2026

We spy a submission from past VDHA president, Emilie Ellis! Let’s help her win!!

👀 Have you picked a favorite yet?

Public voting is open for the ADHA Foundation's 70th Anniversary Design Competition, and the winning design will be chosen by you!

For just $10 per vote, you can help decide which design will be featured on limited-edition merchandise at ADHA26.

💜 Vote once or vote multiple times. 💜 No ADHA membership required. 💜 Every vote supports ADHA Foundation programs.

🗳️ Cast your vote: mymembership.adha.org/Members/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=FND70

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