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Dental hygiene regulation: a global perspective.

¹PMJ Consultants, Toronto, ON, Canada. patjpmjc@sympatico.ca

International Journal of Dental Hygiene

|September 5, 2008

Summary

Occupational regulation of dental hygienists ensures public safety and professional evolution. This paper examines regulatory options and the profession's global development, highlighting a trend towards greater autonomy.

Area of Science:

Public Health
Health Policy
Professional Regulation

Background:

Occupational regulation is crucial for health professions, impacting associations, the public, and regulatory bodies.
Dental hygiene regulation is evolving to support the profession's growth and its contribution to oral health.
Increased scrutiny of health professionals necessitates a review of regulatory frameworks.

Purpose of the Study:

To discuss the rationale and issues surrounding occupational regulation for dental hygienists.
To outline the historical evolution of the dental hygiene profession.
To identify and examine available regulatory options for dental hygienists.

Main Methods:

Literature review and analysis of regulatory trends in dental hygiene.

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Examination of global regulatory approaches, including government administration, dental boards, and self-regulation.

Discussion of the challenges and responsibilities associated with self-regulation.

Main Results:

Dental hygiene has undergone significant global evolution, marked by increased numbers, higher educational standards (baccalaureate), expanded scope of practice, and greater autonomy.
Regulation is mandatory for most dental hygienists, with practice acts being the predominant regulatory model.
Global regulation is more commonly administered directly by government compared to dental boards or self-regulation.

Conclusions:

Dental hygienists are increasingly seeking a more active role in shaping their professional future.
Self-regulation presents a viable but complex option with specific responsibilities and challenges.
Adapting regulatory frameworks is essential to foster the continued evolution of dental hygiene and its public health contributions.