Ep 56: ADHA Leaders Speak Out On Moves To Replace Hygienists

In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sat down with Erin and Lancette, the President and President-Elect of American Dental Hygienists' Association’s (ADHA), as we talk about their ongoing initiatives, including their drive for license portability and their efforts to update standards of practice to include new technologies and airway assessments. We delve into the controversial Nevada bill, the importance of advocacy, and what “autonomy” truly means for our profession. This episode gets honest about membership dollars, how the ADHA structures their efforts at the state and national levels, and why unity and legislative engagement are more critical than ever. About ErinAbout LancetteAutonomy webinars:ADHA Empowering Independence: A Journey to Professional AutonomyADHA From Provider to Change-Maker: The Autonomy EvolutionPodcast:ADHA Podcast Safety & Standards Under Fire: ADHA and Nevada RDHs Rise to Legislative Defense (Ep 162)Reports:ADHA Workforce Growth Initiatives – April 2025Dental Workforce Shortages: Data to Navigate Today’s Labor MarketInnovative Workforce ModelsTo watch on YouTube, click hereDisclaimer: The opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Polished Posture. Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! Click here for Christmas In July Sale!(code: POLISH150 FOR $150 off cordless polishers)  To connect with me: 🦷Polished Posture Club➡️Instagram💻My Website📨Email: [email protected] 💌Newsletter signup