Dental hygienists in Newfoundland and Labrador are now self-regulating under the Health Professions Act through a shared regulating responsibility with the Newfoundland and Labrador Council of Health Professionals and the Newfoundland and Labrador College of Dental Hygienists.
“This legislation will allow dental hygienists to work in independent practice settings within the community, to service isolated populations and educate the residents of Newfoundland and Labrador in a safe and professional manner” said Nikki Curlew, the new chair of the Newfoundland and Labrador College of Dental Hygienists.
The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) supports and champions self-regulation for dental hygienists, which was already in place in most jurisdictions across Canada with the exception of Quebec, PEI and the North. CDHA President Sandy Lawlor sent congratulations to “the many dental hygienists in Newfoundland and Labrador who have worked tirelessly to fulfill the requirements for the Health Professions Act and develop Dental Hygienists Regulations.”
The Newfoundland and Labrador College of Dental Hygienists is mandated by the provincial government under the Health Professions Act to carry out its activities and govern its members in a manner that serves and protects the public interest. It ensures that dental hygienists are educated to perform safe, appropriate dental hygiene services, following standards set by the college.
Tiffany Ludwicki, president of the Newfoundland and Labrador Dental Hygienists Association, said, “Self-regulation will allow for new and exciting endeavors. We are pleased to have achieved professional autonomy and look forward to working as primary health care providers.”
The Newfoundland and Labrador Council of Health Professionals governs the regulation of seven health groups in registration, professional standards, quality assurance and discipline. CDHA is the collective voice of more than 24,000 registered dental hygienists in Canada, directly representing 16,500 individual members.
Dental hygiene is the sixth largest registered health profession in Canada, with professionals in a variety of settings, including independent practice.
(Source: Canadian Dental Hygienists Association)
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