The responsibilities of DHBC include issuing, reviewing, and enforcing dental hygiene licenses as well as developing the Law and Ethics examinations. Additional functions include promulgating regulations, establishing and maintaining fees, oversight and approval of dental hygiene educational programs, and continuing education requirements for all dental hygiene licensure categories. DHBC is…
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The Dental Board of California licenses and regulates dentists, registered dental assistants, and registered dental assistants in extended functions. The Board assures the initial and continued competence of its licensees through licensure, investigation of complaints against its licensees, and discipline of those found in violation of the Dental Practice Act,…
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SACRAMENTO – The Dental Board of California (DBC) has named Tracy Montez, Ph.D. as its new executive officer, effective Tuesday, November 1, 2022. Dr. Montez has worked in various roles at the Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA), most recently as chief of the Division of Programs and Policy Review. Dr.…
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The pandemic has changed everyone’s life, and a lot of those changes have brought on unprecedented levels of stress for many. From quarantining to lost jobs and businesses to families having to adapt to kids distance learning from home, it’s been a year like no other. And all that stress…
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Using yours correctly? Contact a licensed dental professional for assistance There are around 3.5 billion toothbrushes sold worldwide every year. But how much do you know about this everyday dental-hygiene tool? The Library of Congress has some interesting facts. Although the toothbrush as we know it today wasn’t invented until…
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Teeth Feel Gritty? Long Wait Times For a Cleaning Has Many Wondering What to Do
by Cheri Gyuroby Cheri GyuroCheck your teeth. Do they feel clean? If it’s time for a dental cleaning, your wait time for an appointment may be longer than expected. Most dental offices were closed during the COVID-19 lockdown, except for emergencies. Some have reopened but are putting off scheduling cleaning appointments. Others are booked…
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Get to know this longtime licensed profession Among the friendly faces at your local dental office, dental hygienists are there to provide you with direct preventative dental care, assistance, and education. And with more than 30,000 licensed dental hygienists in California, they’re all ready to help keep you smiling. AN…
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If you’ve ever needed a crown for your teeth, you know it can be a long, uncomfortable process, usually spread out over multiple visits to the dentist. First, the dentist must take impressions of the existing tooth, remove the damaged portion, and place a temporary crown. Then the waiting game…
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The Department of Consumer Affairs is pleased to announce the appointment of Anthony Lum as the new Executive Officer for the Dental Hygiene Committee of California (DHCC), effective today. Read the news release here.
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For some people, a trip to the dentist can prompt a lot of uncomfortable feelings that may keep them from getting regular dental care. Just the thought of scheduling an appointment can bring up feelings of fear, nervousness, embarrassment or anxiety. First of all, know that you are not alone.…