ADHA proudly presents the 2025 Standards for Clinical Dental Hygiene Practice sponsored by Crest + Oral-B.
Building on our profession’s commitment to quality care, this evidence-based framework — the first comprehensive update since 2016 — incorporates key healthcare advancements, including social determinants of health and enhanced risk assessment. We are grateful to the experts on the Standards for Clinical Dental Hygiene Practice Committee for their hard work ensuring these standards provide essential guidance for professional excellence and reinforce the critical role of dental hygienists in oral healthcare.