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What does dental hygiene preceptorship mean in practice and is it good or bad?

What is the employer actually bound by law to provide?

How does the practice of dental hygiene in Sweden compare to other European countries.

What do the politics of dental hygiene look like in your country?

Resources to keep your license active at home and overseas.

Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings on the international dental hygiene front.

What are your rights as a contracted employee?

A tour of the memorial to Roentgen, the man who is credited with discovering x-rays.

Learn what is required to start as a dental hygienist overseas.

Where are the best places to look for work?

Dental hygiene offers a big opportunity for work abroad.

Why is a contract so important when you work overseas?

With the recent wave of layoffs in some employment sectors, job loss is a real threat, especially if you accept a position overseas. “What … Read more

Shaylynn Skene is enjoying life abroad while working in Singapore as a dental hygienist.

Learn ways the update to the periodontal classification guidelines could make being a hygienist even more complicated.

This dental hygiene influencer helped developed the curriculum of the dental hygiene school in Bern Switzerland and continues to shape the practice of dentists and dental hygienists in Germany and Switzerland.

Working conditions for dental hygienists in the US are sometimes less than ideal. Most dental hygienists work as at-will, part-time employees. These employees don’t … Read more

With so many toothpaste options available, how can you know which one is the best for you?

Castles, rivers, forests and fresh air make Germany a dream for this international dental hygienist in Germany.

Living or studying abroad was always the dream of this international dental hygienist, Sarah Twiford. After backpacking around Europe in 2016, she felt she … Read more

Practicing as a foreign-trained dental hygienist in Switzerland is still possible, just be prepared for a long and frustrating path to licensure.

Child abuse cases have risen dramatically during the current COVID-19 pandemic. As licensed healthcare providers in the U.S., we have responsibilities when it comes … Read more

The 2020 EARDH (European Association of Registered Dental Hygienists) conference was a success, despite the pandemic. Find out what went on.

When people hear of teaching English, they may imagine a sterile environment, with children repetitively reciting English grammar. But teaching English as a foreign … Read more

Dental hygiene, as a profession, is all over the world. This hygienist, Michelle Chavarria, shows us how dental hygiene is practiced in Israel. Read … Read more

Understanding local customs and culture is crucial for aspiring international dental hygienists.

After you land a a job overseas, the next step is finding a place to live. In parts of Europe, such as Germany, having … Read more

During the COVID-19 pandemic, an unprecedented global health crisis, the need to stop smoking and vaping has been clearer and more urgent than ever. … Read more

Why dental hygienists are an invaluable part of the dental team, as well as important in maintaining overall health.

How an autoimmune disease diagnosis helped me link my knowledge of dentistry to my own health challenges.

This recent announcement about free COVID-19 testing in Bavaria is so interesting. The COVID-19 pandemic is a major part of everyone’s lives today. This … Read more

An oral wellness therapist ensures that the patient establishes and maintains oral health.

Wake your immune system up by optimizing your gut health!

My secret to naturally glowing skin is clean, organic products.

How soon should we use aerosol producing instruments in our practice?

Immigrating can be enticing but there are many variables that should be considered before making the final decision.

Learn about this traveling hygienist who worked in Liechtenstein and now works in Jamaica.

The strength of the immune system depends upon the health of the digestive system.

Rachael England is a Dental Hygienist Traveling Abroad. She has worked in three different countries and has her own non-profit dental organization in Kenya: … Read more

Get to know this Traveling Hygienist who conquered the Australian outback!

Get to know this hygienist practicing in the Arabian desert!

Check out this American hygienist working internationally in Italy!

Learn more about this Traveling Hygienist who fights hard for the standardization of the practice of dental hygiene internationally.

Get to know a traveling hygienist!

All you need to know about the cost of living in Germany.

With your childcare is taken care of, you will be able to work with peace of mind and focus on other day-to-day challenges.

It may be worth noting that some Germans consider their school systems superior to those offered by international schools.

Moving overseas to work is no small feat but it is totally doable.

Check out this traveling hygienist on her journey through 31 countries and counting!

Working abroad as a hygienist can be a lot like working in North America.

Get to know a traveling hygienist!

Once we emerge from this pandemic intact as a profession, we should be more prepared to face communicable diseases than ever before.

Learn about how dental hygiene is practiced in New Zealand and what needs to be done to be licensed.

‘Performing the same levels of hygiene as have always been practiced…’

Life as we know it will stop as of today, until further notice…

A wealth of boutique shops and restaurants to explore.