California Dental Hygienists' Association

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California Dental Hygienists' Association To improve the public's total health, the mission of the California Dental Hygienists' Association is to advance the art and science of dental hygiene.

What a wonderful time to be a hygienist! What a great time to become a member of the California Dental Hygienists’ Association (CDHA). CDHA has been persistent and effective in its efforts to promote the art and science of dental hygiene. Legislative successes, guided by our volunteer leadership, will have an effect on every practicing hygienist within the state of California. If you are in the hygiene workforce either full‐time or part‐time, membership will benefit you personally. By you being a member of CDHA, it benefits CDHA by providing the numbers that speak to the lawmakers who are redefining the way hygienists’ practice. Come join the team that has been working for you throughout the years. Your membership is a contributing factor to the growth of your profession. Let’s celebrate the many
accomplishments and our successes:

Expanding our scope of practice to include root planning, curettage, local anesthesia, subgingivally placed antimicrobials and now the use of any new technology within our scope with the proper education and training. The placement of dental hygiene duties into state statutes thus protecting our scope of practice. Creating expansion of practice settings for the Registered Dental Hygienist in Alternative Practice. Our own Dental Hygiene Board of California has brought professional autonomy to dental hygienists, the first dental hygiene board
agency of its kind in the nation. Dues are more affordable than ever through the quarterly payment plan. Not sure what local component you can be a part of? Visit www.cdha.org to view the California State Map to assist you. Through your local component, you will have many
opportunities for employment, community health fairs, continuing education, mentorship, and leadership. We hope you will embrace the many benefits that CDHA has to offer from insurance programs, online Journals, informative websites, consumer discounts, to continuing
education courses. Visit our website www.cdha.org to see our upcoming events. Come grow with us and be amongst the many members of the California Dental Hygienists’
Association who continue to thrive within our profession.

Education changes lives. 📚Dental hygienists do more than provide clinical care. Every conversation is an opportunity to ...
10/12/2026

Education changes lives. 📚

Dental hygienists do more than provide clinical care. Every conversation is an opportunity to help a patient understand their oral health and develop habits that support lifelong wellness.

Education also strengthens our profession. Continue learning with CDHA at the virtual Fall Scientific Symposium on Saturday, October 17. Earn up to 4 continuing education units while expanding your knowledge and skills.

Register today using the link in our bio.

Not a CDHA member? Join or reinstate your membership in October and save $25 with code DHM26. Membership connects you with continuing education, professional resources, advocacy and a statewide community committed to advancing dental hygiene.

Discount valid for licensed dental hygienists joining for the first time or rejoining after a membership that expired in 2024 or earlier. New members will be entered into a drawing to win an iPhone 17, Students will entered to win a NBDHE VIP Package, and all CDHA members will be entered into a separate prize drawing!

Show your support by wearing purple or turning your porch light purple. Take a photo, tag CDHA and share one oral-health tip everyone should know. 💜

💜 Meet Mary Gonzalez Arebalo, RDHAPFor Mary, preventive care is about dignity, compassion, and meeting patients where th...
10/10/2026

💜 Meet Mary Gonzalez Arebalo, RDHAP

For Mary, preventive care is about dignity, compassion, and meeting patients where they are.

As the owner of Clean Smiles by Mary and a CDHA San Diego member, she is passionate about reaching patients who face barriers to traditional dental care. Through her collaboration with Bye Bye Biofilm, she also hopes to show how hygienists can support one another while creating new opportunities to serve.

Thank you, Mary, for putting compassion and access to care at the heart of your work! 🦷

💜Meet Olivia HoweOlivia is a first-year dental hygiene student at Southwestern College, with anticipated graduation in 2...
10/09/2026

💜Meet Olivia Howe

Olivia is a first-year dental hygiene student at Southwestern College, with anticipated graduation in 2028, and serves as the CDHA Student Representative for her cohort.

She’s eager to explore the profession beyond the classroom—and bring those connections and opportunities back to her classmates. Her interests in preventive healthcare, professional growth, and community involvement are helping guide her journey.

We’re excited to celebrate Olivia as she finds her voice and helps fellow students get involved! 🦷

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💜 Meet Cynthia Dillon, RDHAPLeadership means showing up, following through, and supporting others—and Cynthia brings tha...
10/08/2026

💜 Meet Cynthia Dillon, RDHAP

Leadership means showing up, following through, and supporting others—and Cynthia brings that commitment to her role as East Bay Component President.

An independent dental practice owner and advocate for dental hygiene, Cynthia supports expanded access to care, professional autonomy, and opportunities for hygienists to make a difference in their communities.

Thank you, Cynthia, for your dedication, volunteer service, and commitment to strengthening our profession! 🦷

💜 Meet Jennifer Tannehill, CDHA’s Legislative AdvocateBehind every advocacy effort are relationships, strategy, and peop...
10/07/2026

💜 Meet Jennifer Tannehill, CDHA’s Legislative Advocate

Behind every advocacy effort are relationships, strategy, and people working to make our voices heard.

Jennifer, with Aaron Read & Associates, has advocated for dental hygiene since 2010, helping CDHA navigate the legislative process and advance the profession’s priorities in Sacramento.

She works with CDHA’s volunteer leaders, legislators, and other stakeholders to address issues affecting dental hygienists and access to care. Her message to members: stay informed, respond to CDHA’s Calls to Action, and get involved—your participation matters!

Thank you, Jennifer, for your dedication to CDHA and for helping California’s dental hygienists make their voices heard! 👏

What dental hygiene issue would you like your voice to help change? 📣Advocacy begins when dental hygienists speak up abo...
10/07/2026

What dental hygiene issue would you like your voice to help change? 📣

Advocacy begins when dental hygienists speak up about the issues affecting their patients, communities and profession. Whether it is expanding access to care, protecting professional standards or advancing the scope of practice, your experience can help shape the future of dental hygiene.

Share your answer in the comments and tell us why this issue matters to you. 💜

💜 Meet Paula Chebat, BSDH, RDHAPPaula is helping expand what’s possible in dental hygiene. As a CDHA San Diego Trustee, ...
10/06/2026

💜 Meet Paula Chebat, BSDH, RDHAP

Paula is helping expand what’s possible in dental hygiene. As a CDHA San Diego Trustee, clinical faculty member at Southwestern College, and founder of Bye Bye Biofilm, she brings together education, advocacy, and entrepreneurship.

Her work reflects a commitment to preventive care and creating opportunities for hygienists to collaborate and practice independently.

Thank you, Paula, for supporting our profession and inspiring others to explore new paths! 🦷

Advocacy in action: CDHA members helped stop AB 1952. 📣AB 1952 proposed requiring the Dental Hygiene Board of California...
10/05/2026

Advocacy in action: CDHA members helped stop AB 1952. 📣

AB 1952 proposed requiring the Dental Hygiene Board of California to establish an alternative pathway for internationally trained dentists to practice as dental hygienists—with associated program costs funded through dental hygienists’ licensing fees.

CDHA members contacted their legislators and made their concerns heard. Thanks to the collective voice of California dental hygienists, AB 1952 was halted and will not advance.

This victory demonstrates why membership matters. CDHA gives dental hygienists a unified voice to protect the profession, uphold educational and licensure standards, and influence legislation affecting our careers and patients.

If you are not yet a member, don’t wait until the next challenge arises to make your voice count. Join or reinstate in October and save $25 with code DHM26. Discount valid for licensed dental hygienists joining for the first time or rejoining after a membership that expired in 2024 or earlier.

New members will be entered into a drawing to win an iPhone 17, Students will entered to win a NBDHE VIP Package, and all CDHA members will be entered into a separate prize drawing!

Together, we are stronger. 💪

💜 Meet Cabrillo CollegeMeet the Cabrillo College Dental Hygiene Program’s Class of 2028! Based in Aptos, these 20 future...
10/03/2026

💜 Meet Cabrillo College

Meet the Cabrillo College Dental Hygiene Program’s Class of 2028! Based in Aptos, these 20 future dental hygienists are developing their clinical skills while helping expand access to affordable preventive care in Santa Cruz County.

Through supervised patient care and personalized oral health education, students help community members build healthier habits while preparing for careers in dental hygiene.

Join us in celebrating the students and faculty making a difference through education and service! 🦷

💜 Meet Brittany Soto, BSDH, RDHA full-time dental hygienist, mom, and owner of BSharpRDH, Brittany brings her love of sc...
10/02/2026

💜 Meet Brittany Soto, BSDH, RDH

A full-time dental hygienist, mom, and owner of BSharpRDH, Brittany brings her love of science and patient education to her work every day. She is passionate about building meaningful relationships with patients and helping them understand how oral health supports whole-body wellness.

Brittany also serves as Central Coast Component President and a CDHA Trustee. For her, CDHA membership means connecting with a community that supports, inspires, and advocates for California’s dental hygienists while providing opportunities to grow as a leader.

Thank you, Brittany, for your dedication to your patients, your community, and our profession! 👏

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Sacramento, CA
95814

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