NH Dental Hygienists' Association

09/09/2026

🍂 Don’t Forget to Register for the NHDHA Fall Symposium! 🦷

Join us for a morning of education, food, networking, raffles, prizes & more!

📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
📍 The Derryfield | Manchester, NH
⏰ Registration: 7:30 AM | Program: 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
🎓 5 Clinical CEUs + 0.5 Non-Clinical CEU

We’re excited to welcome:

🦷 Sarah Crow, RDH
Breathe Life Back Into Your Dental Hygiene Appointment with Guided Biofilm Therapy

🦷 Robyn Duke, DipDH
Evidence-Based Prevention: Implementing Caries Risk Assessment Protocols Into Your Practice

Come spend the morning learning practical, evidence-based strategies you can bring directly back to your patients and practice—while connecting with fellow dental professionals from across New Hampshire.

⚠️ LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE , reserve your spot soon!

🎓 Special student rate available.

👉 Registration & pricing: NHDHA.org

09/04/2026

Dear NH Dental Hygienists:

On behalf of NH Dental Hygienists, the New Hampshire Dental Hygienists’ Association (NHDHA) has formally responded to the Office of Professional Licensure and Certification’s recent clarification regarding local anesthesia permit requirements for dental hygienists.

OPLC sent an email yesterday to clarify that dental hygienists who administer local anesthesia must hold a separate local anesthesia permit and should be in compliance with this requirement by January 1, 2027. If you did not receive the email, here is a link to the OPLC Board of Dental Examiners page where it can be found: www.oplc.nh.gov/board-dental-examiners

NHDHA appreciates OPLC’s improved clarification and communication. However, we have emphasized that the current process does not fully resolve the administrative burden placed on dental hygienists who previously submitted this information and were already approved to administer local anesthesia.

At this time, members who administer local anesthesia should review their current licensing records and follow OPLC’s instructions to ensure compliance by January 1, 2027.

NHDHA will continue advocating for a fair, efficient and transparent resolution andcommunication, and will share further information with members as it becomes available.

Thank you for your patience and continued engagement as we work to resolve this matter on behalf of New Hampshire’s dental hygiene community.💜

Email from NHDHA Local Anesthesia Permit Requirements 🚨 UPDATE Local Anesthesia Permit Requirements Dear NH Dental Hygienists: On behalf of NH Dental Hygienists, the New Hampshire Dental Hygienists’

09/03/2026

🚨 DON’T FORGET — Upcoming NHDHA CE! 🦷

Our Medical Emergencies & Dental Records webinar is coming up soon!

📅 Thursday, September 17, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM–9:00 PM
💻 LIVE via Zoom
🎓 3 Total CEUs
🩺 Medical Emergencies – 2 CEUs
📋 Dental Records – 1 CEU

Join Dr. Lisa Kane and Adam Wolfset from Dental Office Compliance for an engaging, practical program focused on real-world situations your dental team may encounter.

⚠️ Remember: Medical Emergencies is a mandatory CE requirement for New Hampshire dental hygiene license renewal.
Stay prepared, stay current, and get your required CE completed from the comfort of home!

👉 Register today at NHDHA.org

08/31/2026

🚨Important update for New Hampshire Dental Hygienists: As of September 2025, a current Local Anesthesia license is required to administer anesthesia. If you previously held this license, you must reapply as there is no grandfathering provision. Verify your status and start the application process today, as it may take up to 30 days for OPLC to process your application. Stay informed and ensure compliance.

https://conta.cc/3V686MA

Email from NHDHA ⚠️NH LOCAL ANESTHESIA LICENSING ALERT⚠️  You may need to reapply for a license! 🚨 IMPORTANT Local Anesthesia Licensing Update for  NH Dental Hygienists Dear New Hampshire Dental

08/21/2026

🍂 NHDHA FALL SYMPOSIUM 2026 – Registration Is Open! 🦷

Spend your Saturday with the New Hampshire Dental Hygienists’ Association for a morning of great food, engaging education, networking, raffles, prizes & more!

📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
📍 The Derryfield | Manchester, NH
⏰ Registration: 7:30 AM | Program: 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
🎓 5 Clinical CEUs + 0.5 Non-Clinical CEU

We’re excited to welcome two fantastic speakers:

🦷 Sarah Crow, RDH
Breathe Life Back Into Your Dental Hygiene Appointment with Guided Biofilm Therapy
Explore Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT), including the GBT Compass, disclosing agents, erythritol, and the eight-step protocol.

🦷 Robyn Duke, DipDH
Evidence-Based Prevention: Implementing Caries Risk Assessment Protocols Into Your Practice
Discover practical ways to incorporate caries risk assessment, evidence-based treatment options, and effective patient communication into your practice.

🍽️ Food • Education • Networking • Raffles • Prizes & More!

⚠️ LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE! Don't wait to reserve your spot!

Special student rate available , email [email protected] for details.

Register & view pricing at NHDHA.org

We can't wait to see you this fall! 🍁🦷

08/09/2026

🍂 NHDHA FALL SYMPOSIUM 2026 – Registration Is Open! 🦷

Join the New Hampshire Dental Hygienists’ Association for a morning of education, great food, networking, raffles, prizes, and more! Connect with fellow dental professionals while earning CEUs and learning from two dynamic speakers.

📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
📍 The Derryfield | Manchester, NH
⏰ Registration: 7:30 AM | Program: 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
🎓 5 Clinical CEUs + 0.5 Non-Clinical CEU

🦷 Sarah Crow, RDH
Breathe Life Back Into Your Dental Hygiene Appointment with Guided Biofilm Therapy
Explore Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT), biofilm management, disclosing, and strategies to elevate preventive patient care.

🦷 Robyn Duke, DipDH
Evidence-Based Prevention: Implementing Caries Risk Assessment Protocols Into Your Practice
Learn how to incorporate individualized caries risk assessment, evidence-based preventive strategies, and effective patient communication into everyday practice.

🍽️ Food • Education • Networking • Raffles • Prizes & More!

🍁 LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE!
Don't wait to register—reserve your seat and spend the morning learning, connecting, earning CEUs, and having some fun along the way!

🎓 Special student rate available — email [email protected] for details.

👉 Registration & pricing: NHDHA.org

We can't wait to see you at the 2026 NHDHA Fall Symposium!

08/03/2026

🦷 Dental Hygienist Opportunity

Stephen E. Ananian, DMD is seeking a compassionate Dental Hygienist to join our friendly, patient-focused practice!

We are a small, single-dentist office that values quality care in a relaxed, low-pressure environment. Enjoy one-hour appointments with your patients—no quotas, just the time you need to provide exceptional care.

✨ Position Highlights
• Part-time: 2–3 days per week
• Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• One-hour appointments
• No production quotas
• Supportive, team-oriented atmosphere

If you're looking for a practice that values patient relationships and quality over quantity, we'd love to hear from you!

📧 Send your resume or inquiries to: [email protected]

Please help us spread the word!

08/03/2026

🦷 Registered Dental Hygienist Opportunity – Wolfeboro, NH
Winnipesaukee Dental

Are you looking for a practice where quality patient care comes first?

Winnipesaukee Dental, led by Dr. Sheri Lefty, is seeking a compassionate and motivated Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join our boutique-style practice. We believe in providing exceptional, patient-centered care with extended appointment times, advanced technology, and a supportive, low-stress team environment.

✨ What We Offer
• Full-time or part-time opportunities (Monday–Thursday)
• Enjoy a 3-day weekend every week!
• Highly competitive base pay with an individual incentive plan
• Medical benefits, generous PTO, paid CE, and in-house dental benefits (full-time)
• A collaborative practice where hygienists are valued and empowered to provide comprehensive patient care

We're looking for someone who:
✔ Holds an active New Hampshire RDH license
✔ Enjoys building long-term patient relationships
✔ Is passionate about patient education and promoting oral and overall health

Ready to elevate your career in a practice that truly values your expertise?

📍 Location: Wolfeboro, NH

📧 Send your resume or confidential inquiry to [email protected]
📞 Call (603) 569-1140 to learn more.

Please help us spread the word!

08/02/2026

⏰ Only 4 Days Away!

There's still time to register for the NHDHA's upcoming CE webinar on Introduction to Myofunctional Therapy, Orofacial Muscular Disorders & Sleep!

📅 Thursday, August 6
🕡 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM EST
💻 Live Zoom Webinar
🎓 1.5 CEUs

✨ FREE for ADHA Members (valid member number required)
💲 $45 for Non-Members

Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge of airway health, tongue restrictions, oral muscle dysfunction, and sleep-disordered breathing.

👉 Register today: https://nhdha.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=67&ts=1779843254