
Upcoming Events
Equipping you with strategies and best practices to improve the well-being of dental hygiene and overall health for all.

4th Annual Public Health Priorities Dental Symposium
Hosted at the University of the District of Columbia (UDC), this symposium is a must-attend event in 2025 because this is a Licensure Renewal Year for District of Columbia dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants.
Attending this symposium fulfills your continuing education (CE) requirements while staying ahead of key industry trends. This year’s expert-led sessions will cover essential topics such as:
DC Required Diversity Training
Dental Ethics & Law
Infection Control
Legislative Updates
Learn more and sign up today for your early access discount:
4th Annual PHP Dental Symposium
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC.
Sponsored by Tend, Improve Dental Solutions, Beyond the Prophy, Legacy Scaler, Q-Optics, the O’Neill Institute, and Colgate

Forging New Pathways | Dental Hygienists' Role in Advancing the Oral Healthcare Knowledge Base
This program seeks to support the dissemination of original research conducted and authored by dental hygienists while inspiring others to consider a pathway in research. Learn More.
Presenters:
Andrea Webster | RDH, BSDH, MOL
Jacqueline Cohen | MS, CRDH
Summer McMenamin | RDH, MS, FADHA
This event is hosted on Zoom Events by A Higher Learning, LLC.

Online Seminar | Cannabis & Oral Health: Effective Approaches to Managing Patients Under the Influence
This course addresses the clinical, ethical, and legal aspects of treating such patients, offering evidence-based strategies to ensure safety and quality care. Learn More.
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Presenter
Kim Farley | MSH, RDH
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC.

Online Seminar | Dental Ethics & Law - Driving Best Practices in Patient Care
This session will equip participants with the knowledge and skills to navigate the relationship between ethical principles and legal frameworks in dental hygiene.
Presenter:
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH | Bio
Registration:
Open Registration Is Live Here
Hosted by A Higher Learning, Inc. on Zoom Events

Online Event | U.S. Dental Licensure Roadmap: A Guide for Internationally Trained Dentists
By the end of this course, participants will have a clear understanding of the available options for licensure and advanced education, equipped with the knowledge needed to navigate the application processes and stay current with evolving state requirements. Learn More.
Event time will be held in CST
Moderator:
John Cutter, BA DDS
Presenters:
John Paul DeGuzman, DMD, MS
Charla Apolonio, DMD, M.D.Sc.
Registration:
FREE - Register Here
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC.
Sponsored by and in partnership with TeethCloud

Public Health Priorities Dental Symposium
Hosted this year at the beautiful Constitution Hall at American University, in Washington, D.C., the Dental Symposiums on Public Health Priorities deliver high-quality continuing professional education addressing the most significant public health concerns.
Through comprehensive programming and training, we aim to improve public health and make a positive impact in these critical areas.
Registration & breakfast starting at 7:30 AM (EST)
Registration Now Closed
Facilitated by A Higher Leaning, LLC.
Hosted by American University
Sponsored by: Tend, Team Placement, MDX, Ondiem, Go Pursue, & Q-Optics

International Symposium on Preventive & Nonsurgical Dental Hygiene
Registration Is Now Closed
Hosted at the University of Bridgeport, Fones School of Dental Hygiene, in Bridgeport Connecticut, the International Symposium on Preventive & Nonsurgical Dental Hygiene aims to enhance the progress of dental hygiene by providing an updated overview of techniques, instruments, equipment, and products supported by international evidence-based dental literature.
Join us this August for our jam-packed 1st Annual International Symposium, with two sessions available, including 4 guest speakers, 2 hands-on workshops, and free breakfast & lunch!
Facilitated by A Higher Learning, LLC.
Hosted by University of Bridgeport

Dental Implants Uncovered Virtual Summit
This program aims to offer dental hygienists high-quality continuing education that is evidence-based and interactive. Learn More.
Presenter
Nicole Fortune, MBA, RDH
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH
Registration
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC. on Zoom Events

Dental Implants Uncovered Virtual Summit
This program aims to offer dental hygienists high-quality continuing education that is evidence-based and interactive. Learn More.
Presenter
Nicole Fortune, MBA, RDH
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH
Registration
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC. on Zoom Events

Online Seminar - Forging New Pathways: Dental Hygienists' Role in Advancing the Oral Healthcare Knowledge Base
This program aims to support the dissemination of original work conducted and authored by dental hygienists while inspiring others to consider a pathway in research. Learn More Here.
NOTE Event will be held in EST
Presenters & Panelists:
Tracee S. Dahm, BSDH, MS
Nicole Fortune, MBA, RDH
Howard M. Notgarnie, RDH, EdD (moderator)
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH (facilitator & co-presenter)
Registration:
Hosted in Zoom Events by A Higher Learning, LLC.

Online Seminar - Factors Influencing the Dental Hygiene Workforce Shortage
We will delve deeper into the factors affecting the dental hygiene workforce shortage and explore potential solutions to this pressing issue. Learn More.
NOTE Event will be held on Zoom in Eastern Time Zone
Presenter:
Shavonne R. Healy, MDSH, RDH
Panelists:
Nicole J. Petit, MSDH, RDH
Katharine Martinez, MPH, RDH
Registration:
$27 - Register Today
Hosted on Zoom Events by A Higher Learning, LLC.

Online Seminar - Dental Ethics & Law: Getting Clarity On Why Ethics & Law Matter In Clinical Practice
This program will provide dental hygienists with strategies to navigate common dilemmas in everyday practice. Learn More.
NOTE Event will be held on Zoom in Eastern Time Zone
Presenter:
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH
Panelists:
Nicole Tessier, BS, RDH
Howard M. Notgarnie, RDH, EdD, FADHA
Melondy Martin, RDH, BASDH, MDH
Summer McMenamin, RDH, BS
Registration:
$37 - Register Here!
Hosted on Zoom Events by A Higher Learning, LLC.
Partnered With Ladies Of Justice, Advanced Professional Education, & Improved Dental Solutions

2nd Annual Public Health Priorities Dental Symposium
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Online Seminar - Navigating Dental Ethics & Law in Negative Workplace Environments
This course will delve into the challenges dental hygienists face within the industry, focusing on these common factors and how they directly affect the health and safety of the public. Learn More.
NOTE Event will be held in EST
CE Credits
2 Hours
Presenter
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH
Panelists
Nicole Tessier, BS, RDH
Howard Notgarnie, RDH, EdD, FADHA
Lisandra Maisonet, RDH, BS, PHDHP, EFDA, CDA
Melondy Martin, RDH, BASDH, MDH
Eileen Armenio Prizzi, RDH
Yemia A. White, BSDH, RDH
$47 (plus a special discount to Dental Symposium!)
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC.

Online Seminar - Establishing a Professional Identity for Professionals in Oral Health
This course aims to help participants better understand professional identity and its development, particularly within the oral health profession.
Presenters:
Howard M. Notgarnie, RDH, EdD
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH
Registration:
Registration Closed
CE Credits:
1.5 Hours
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC.

Online Seminar - Maintaining All-on-X Implant-Supported Restorations (Part 2)
This exciting program is a continuation of Part I on maintaining All-on-X implant-supported restorations.
Presenters:
Yemia White, BSDH, RDH
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH
Registration:
Registration Closed
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC.

Public Health Priorities Dental Symposium (Virtual)
This symposium aims to provide dental professionals with continuing education mandates required by their respective Board of Dentistry for license renewal.
CE Credits:
8 CE’s Available
Presenters:
India Chance, BSDH, RDH, CDIPC
Sonya Dunbar, MHA, BSDH, RDH
Kim Farley, MHSc, RDH
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH
Registration:
Registration Closed
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC.

Online Seminar - Oral & Systemic Disease Connection & Using Bloodwork Results
This presentation will provide information on common chronic diseases and use blood work to identify oral manifestations of common systemic disease. Learn More.
CE Credits:
2.5 CE’s Available
Featured Presenters:
Andre Farquharson, DDS
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH
Registration:
Registration Closed
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC.

Online Seminar - Maintaining All-on-X Implant-Supported Restorations (Part 1)
This program explores the different types of All on X supported restorations and factors that affect maintenance.
Presenters:
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH
Thomas Jackson, DDS
Registration:
Registration Closed
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC. and Sponsored by The Autoflosser

Online Seminar - The Impact of Edentulism & Dental Implants on the Quality of Life
This program will provide a comprehensive look at the impact of edentulism and dental implants on overall health.
Presenter:
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH
Registration:
Registration Closed
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC.

Forging New Pathways: Dental Hygienists' Role in Advancing the Oral Healthcare Knowledge Base
This program aims to support the dissemination of original work conducted and authored by dental hygienists while inspiring others to consider a pathway in research.
Presenters:
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH
Jeanette Diaz, MPH, MSDH, RDHAP
Howard M. Notgarnie, RDH, EdD
Registration:
Registration Closed
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC.

Dental Hygiene Ethics & Law: Getting Clarity On Why Ethics & Law Matter In Clinical Practice
This course will spotlight actual cases clinicians face daily and provide strategies to refocus and navigate common dilemmas.
Presenter:
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH (Bio)
Registration:
Registration Closed
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC.

Dental Hygiene Ethics & Law: Promoting Social Responsibility in State Dental Practice Acts
This seminar will cover strategies for dental hygienists to advocate for the betterment of society.
Presenters:
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH
Suzanne Newkirk, RDH
Registration:
Registration Closed
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC.

Online Seminar - Common Mistakes Made in Dental Implant Home Care Recommendations
In this upcoming seminar, we will investigate the role of dental implant restorations in plaque accumulation and peri-implant disease.
Presenter:
Shavonne R. Healy MSDH, RDH
Registration:
Registration Closed
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC. and In Association With Dental Implants Uncovered

Online Seminar - Clinical Strategies for Managing Peri-implant Soft and Hard Tissue Conditions
This course will review common risk factors that lead to peri-implant soft and hard tissue differences. Surgical and non-surgical case studies will be examined to aid the dental professional in understanding the available treatment modalities and how to predict their success.
Presenters:
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH
Nicole Fortune, RDH
Panelists:
Yemia White, RDH
Thomas Jackson, DDS
Registration:
Registration Closed
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC. in association and partnership with Dental Implants Uncovered & Tepe

Online Seminar - Clinical Strategies for Managing Peri-implant Soft and Hard Tissue Conditions
This course will review common risk factors that lead to peri-implant soft and hard tissue differences. Surgical and non-surgical case studies will be examined to aid the dental professional in understanding the available treatment modalities and how to predict their success.
Presenters:
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH
Nicole Fortune, RDH
Panelists:
Yemia White, RDH
Thomas Jackson, DDS
Registration:
Registration Closed
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC. in association and partnership with Dental Implants Uncovered & Tepe

Public Health Priorities Dental Symposium
This symposium aims to provide dental professionals with the continuing education mandates required by their respective Board of Dentistry for license renewal.
Presenters:
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH
India Chance, BSDH, RDH, CDIPC
Sonya Dunbar, BSDH, RDH
Kim Farley, MSHc, RDH
Register Now:
Registration Closed
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC.
Sponsored by Tend

Online Seminar: How to Care for Patients with Full-Arch Implant Dentistry
Join this seminar to better understand how to care for patients with full-arch implant dentistry and the maintenance required for their long-term success.
Presenters:
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH
Yemia A. White, BSDH, RDH
Panelists:
Thomas Jackson, DDS
Peter Cudjoe, DDS
Register Now:
Registration Closed
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC.; in association with Dental Implants Uncovered & The Autoflosser

Online Seminar: Dental Hygiene Ethics & Law: Promoting Social Responsibility in State Dental Practice Acts
Join this seminar for a discussion on social responsibility and the role of dental hygienists in addressing health disparities and caring for our most vulnerable populations.
Presenters:
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH
Suzanne Newkirk RDH
Registration Closed
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC.

Online Seminar: Dental Hygiene Ethics & Law: Promoting Social Responsibility in State Dental Practice Acts
Join this seminar for a discussion on social responsibility and the role of dental hygienists in addressing health disparities and caring for our most vulnerable populations.
Presenters:
Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH, RDH
Suzanne Newkirk RDH
Register Now:
Registration Closed
Hosted by A Higher Learning, LLC.