Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH

Shavonne is the founder of A Higher Learning, LLC. She is a public health advocate with more than 20 years of experience in clinical care as a dental assistant and dental hygienist. Her organization is transforming and advancing the delivery of dental care through higher education, innovation, and preventive and nonsurgical practice.

She is an expert in the treatment of periodontal and peri-implant disease, and her international presentations have inspired clinicians, alumni, and faculty worldwide. Shavonne received a master’s degree in dental hygiene from the University of Bridgeport: Fones School of Dental Hygiene, the first dental hygiene school in the world.

Ethics and Law in Dentistry: Ensuring Integrity and Trust

As dental professionals face rising regulatory scrutiny and ethical complexities, understanding the relationship between ethics and law has become essential. This course provides participants with the knowledge and strategies to navigate ethical decision-making and regulatory compliance, ensuring they uphold the highest standards of patient care. Open to dental professionals of all backgrounds, the session integrates theoretical principles with interactive exercises and case studies for a comprehensive learning experience. By applying these concepts to real-life scenarios, participants will gain practical insights and skills directly applicable to their daily practice.

Educational Objectives:

  1. Identify and apply the ADA, ADHA, and ADAA Codes of Ethics in daily practice.

  2. Develop strategies to support patient autonomy and promote justice in care delivery.

  3. Identify and adhere to mandatory reporting requirements and state-specific regulatory compliance.

  4. Recognize frequent legal challenges encountered in the dental office.