IFDH eNews: May-June 2025
IFDH News

IFDH & ADHA (USA) Develop Joint Position Statement
on Qualified Dental Hygiene Providers
The IFDH and the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) strongly advocate for the delivery of dental hygiene care exclusively by qualified professionals who have completed proper accredited educational programs and obtained licensure in compliance with the regulatory standards of the nation in which they are practicing. Read the Joint Position Statement.

IFDH Board Meets at EuroPerio in Vienna
The IFDH Board of Directors held its annual in-person meeting in Vienna, before the EuroPerio conference. As our President, Jill, says in her message, a great deal of business was discussed, with creative thinking from the five Past Presidents of national associations serving as our board members.

Liaising with our Corporate Partners
Following the aforementioned IFDH Board meeting, President Jill and Executive Director Peter Anas met with our current corporate partners to discuss our existing programs and potential new projects. Much is happening at IFDH! Thank you to our partners Haleon, Colgate, Dentsply, P&G and Sunstar. In addition, many meetings were held with potential corporate partners for ISDH 2026 and discussions on new projects. Stay tuned!