History of Dental Hygiene in Canada
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What significant milestone occurred in January 1994 regarding the College of Dental Hygienist of Ontario (CDHO)?

  • Approval of self-initiation of dental hygiene care
  • Review of the RHPA was initiated
  • First National Dental Hygiene Examination was launched
  • Establishment of the first complete council (correct)

    • What was one of the requests made by the Minister of Health in September 1994?

  • To conduct a national dental hygiene examination
  • To amend the Dental Hygiene Act
  • To remove the need for orders from a dentist (correct)
  • To establish a Quality Assurance Program

    • What legislative act was proclaimed in December 1993 affecting dental hygiene practice?

  • Health System Improvements Act 2006
  • Quality Assurance Act
  • RHPA Act 1991 (correct)
  • Dental Hygiene Act 1994

    • Which year saw the first administration of the National Dental Hygiene Examination (NDHCB) in Canada?

    <p>1996</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the joint submission to HPRAC from CDHO, ODHA, and educators in 1995?

    <p>Removal of the order requirement from RHPA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant change occurred in Ontario in 1947 regarding dental hygienists?

    <p>Ontario recognized dental hygienists legally for the first time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key regulatory change was made in 2007 with the passing of Bill 171?

    <p>Start of self-initiated dental hygiene care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which institutions began offering the first two-year Dental Hygiene programs in Ontario during 1997-1999?

    <p>Niagara, George Brown and Durham College</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which institution established the first dental hygiene program in Canada?

    <p>University of Toronto</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was introduced by the CDHO in January 1999 to enhance the professional standards of registrants?

    <p>Quality Assurance Program (Portfolio)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year did Ontario amend the Dentistry Act to include dental hygiene practice?

    <p>1954</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What organization presented recommendations for dental hygiene to improve health services in 1980?

    <p>Canadian Dental Hygienist Association</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did Ontario dental hygienists gain self-governing status according to the Minister of Health?

    <p>1987</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which program was terminated due to retiring faculty members in 2000?

    <p>Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the major outcome of the workshop involving 12 dental hygienists in 1985?

    <p>Development of Dental Hygiene Standards of Practice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant legislation was passed in Ontario in 1991?

    <p>Both B and C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year did Ontario first grant self-governing status to dental hygienists?

    <p>1987</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which province established the first dental hygiene educational program in Canada?

    <p>Ontario</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the first year a full-time dental hygienist was employed by the Canadian Department of National Health and Welfare?

    <p>1950</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization was established in 1963 by alumni from the University of Toronto's dental hygiene program?

    <p>Canadian Dental Hygienist Association (CDHA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which legislation passed in 1991 pertains to the regulation of health professions in Ontario?

    <p>Regulated Health Professions Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event occurred in 1954 regarding dental hygiene practice in Ontario?

    <p>Ontario recognized dental hygiene practice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year did the University of Toronto's dental hygiene program graduate its last diploma class?

    <p>1977</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key recommendation did the Canadian Dental Hygienist Association present in 1980?

    <p>Enhancements in dental hygiene education and program accreditation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the notable publication released by the Canadian Working Group in 1988 for dental hygienists?

    <p>Clinical Practice Standards for Dental Hygienists in Canada</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dental hygiene program was discontinued at the University of Toronto in 2000?

    <p>Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of the joint submission made by CDHO, ODHA, and Dental Hygiene Educators of Canada in 1995?

    <p>To remove the requirement for a dentist's order for dental hygiene procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year did the Minister of Health suggest the CDHO and RCDSO work together on a proposal regarding the 'order' for dental hygiene procedures?

    <p>1996</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event marked the establishment of self-regulation of the College of Dental Hygienist of Ontario?

    <p>First meeting of the complete Council of the CDHO in January 1994</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant amendment was made to the RHPA and Dental Hygiene Act with the passing of Bill 171 in 2007?

    <p>Authorization for dental hygienists to perform certain controlled acts without a dentist's order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the main outcomes of the Health Profession Regulatory Advisory Council’s five-year review of the RHPA in 1999?

    <p>Establishment of a Quality Assurance Program by CDHO</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which College began offering the first two-year Dental Hygiene programs in Ontario during the years 1997-1999?

    <p>George Brown College</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In 1992, which institution established a baccalaureate degree completion program relevant to dental hygiene?

    <p>University of British Columbia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What change to dental hygiene practice was proposed through discussions in September 1994?

    <p>Dental hygienists required an order from a dentist to proceed with controlled acts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary purpose of the first National Dental Hygiene Examination (NDHCB) administered in 1996?

    <p>To evaluate the competency of dental hygiene students across Canada</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which milestone occurred in December 1993 regarding the RHP Act?

    <p>The act was royally proclaimed, allowing its implementation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Early Recognition and Education of Dental Hygiene in Canada

    • 1947: Ontario legally recognized dental hygienists, amending the Dentistry Act.
    • 1948: Legislation passed to enable dental hygiene education in Canada.
    • 1950: Full-time dental hygienist hired by the Canadian Department of National Health and Welfare.
    • 1950: Accreditation Commission on Dental Hygiene Education established by CDAC and CDA.
    • 1951: University of Toronto launched the first dental hygiene educational program in Canada, graduating its first class in 1953; Dorothy Martin became the first registered dental hygienist in Ontario.

    Development and Self-Regulation

    • 1954: Ontario recognized dental hygiene practice through amendments to the Dentistry Act.
    • 1963: University of Manitoba opened a School of Dental Hygiene.
    • 1963: CDHA and ODHA were founded from University of Toronto alumni.
    • 1975: Quebec achieved self-regulation for dental hygienists with government support.
    • 1977: Final cohort of Dental Hygiene Diploma program graduates from University of Toronto; first Ontario Community College program graduates.

    Professional Recognition and Standards

    • 1980: CDHA recommended improvements for dental hygiene regulation, education, and standards.
    • 1985: Workshop for Health/Welfare Canada aimed to develop dental hygiene standards of practice.
    • 1987: Ontario announced plans for dental hygienists to gain self-governing status.
    • 1988: Clinical Practice Standards for Dental Hygienists published by the Canadian Working Group.

    Establishment of Regulatory Framework

    • 1990: Ontario introduced the Health Profession Regulation Bill.
    • 1991: Regulated Health Professions Act and Dental Hygiene Act passed, leading to the establishment of the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO).
    • 1991-1993: Transition Council laid foundational elements for CDHO, including the first meeting in Nov 1992.

    Expansion and Professional Growth

    • 1992: University of British Columbia established a baccalaureate degree completion program.
    • 1993: RHPA 1991 received royal proclamation in December.
    • 1994: CDHO held its first official council meeting, marking the start of self-regulation in dental hygiene.
    • 1995: Joint submission from CDHO, ODHA, and dental hygiene educators urged removal of the required "order" from RHPA and DH Act.

    Examination and Quality Assurance

    • 1996: First National Dental Hygiene Examination administered nationwide; minister released recommendations on amending the Dental Hygiene Act.
    • 1997-1999: Introduction of two-year Dental Hygiene programs at community colleges in Ontario during this period.
    • 1999: Focus on quality assurance led to the establishment of a Quality Assurance Program by CDHO.

    Recent Developments

    • 2007: Bill 171 passed, allowing the self-initiation of dental hygiene care; first 250 dental hygienists approved for self-initiation.
    • 2007: International Federation of Dental Hygienists held its 17th International Symposium in Toronto, Ontario.

    Early Recognition and Education of Dental Hygiene in Canada

    • 1947: Ontario legally recognized dental hygienists, amending the Dentistry Act.
    • 1948: Legislation passed to enable dental hygiene education in Canada.
    • 1950: Full-time dental hygienist hired by the Canadian Department of National Health and Welfare.
    • 1950: Accreditation Commission on Dental Hygiene Education established by CDAC and CDA.
    • 1951: University of Toronto launched the first dental hygiene educational program in Canada, graduating its first class in 1953; Dorothy Martin became the first registered dental hygienist in Ontario.

    Development and Self-Regulation

    • 1954: Ontario recognized dental hygiene practice through amendments to the Dentistry Act.
    • 1963: University of Manitoba opened a School of Dental Hygiene.
    • 1963: CDHA and ODHA were founded from University of Toronto alumni.
    • 1975: Quebec achieved self-regulation for dental hygienists with government support.
    • 1977: Final cohort of Dental Hygiene Diploma program graduates from University of Toronto; first Ontario Community College program graduates.

    Professional Recognition and Standards

    • 1980: CDHA recommended improvements for dental hygiene regulation, education, and standards.
    • 1985: Workshop for Health/Welfare Canada aimed to develop dental hygiene standards of practice.
    • 1987: Ontario announced plans for dental hygienists to gain self-governing status.
    • 1988: Clinical Practice Standards for Dental Hygienists published by the Canadian Working Group.

    Establishment of Regulatory Framework

    • 1990: Ontario introduced the Health Profession Regulation Bill.
    • 1991: Regulated Health Professions Act and Dental Hygiene Act passed, leading to the establishment of the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO).
    • 1991-1993: Transition Council laid foundational elements for CDHO, including the first meeting in Nov 1992.

    Expansion and Professional Growth

    • 1992: University of British Columbia established a baccalaureate degree completion program.
    • 1993: RHPA 1991 received royal proclamation in December.
    • 1994: CDHO held its first official council meeting, marking the start of self-regulation in dental hygiene.
    • 1995: Joint submission from CDHO, ODHA, and dental hygiene educators urged removal of the required "order" from RHPA and DH Act.

    Examination and Quality Assurance

    • 1996: First National Dental Hygiene Examination administered nationwide; minister released recommendations on amending the Dental Hygiene Act.
    • 1997-1999: Introduction of two-year Dental Hygiene programs at community colleges in Ontario during this period.
    • 1999: Focus on quality assurance led to the establishment of a Quality Assurance Program by CDHO.

    Recent Developments

    • 2007: Bill 171 passed, allowing the self-initiation of dental hygiene care; first 250 dental hygienists approved for self-initiation.
    • 2007: International Federation of Dental Hygienists held its 17th International Symposium in Toronto, Ontario.

    Early Recognition and Education of Dental Hygiene in Canada

    • 1947: Ontario legally recognized dental hygienists, amending the Dentistry Act.
    • 1948: Legislation passed to enable dental hygiene education in Canada.
    • 1950: Full-time dental hygienist hired by the Canadian Department of National Health and Welfare.
    • 1950: Accreditation Commission on Dental Hygiene Education established by CDAC and CDA.
    • 1951: University of Toronto launched the first dental hygiene educational program in Canada, graduating its first class in 1953; Dorothy Martin became the first registered dental hygienist in Ontario.

    Development and Self-Regulation

    • 1954: Ontario recognized dental hygiene practice through amendments to the Dentistry Act.
    • 1963: University of Manitoba opened a School of Dental Hygiene.
    • 1963: CDHA and ODHA were founded from University of Toronto alumni.
    • 1975: Quebec achieved self-regulation for dental hygienists with government support.
    • 1977: Final cohort of Dental Hygiene Diploma program graduates from University of Toronto; first Ontario Community College program graduates.

    Professional Recognition and Standards

    • 1980: CDHA recommended improvements for dental hygiene regulation, education, and standards.
    • 1985: Workshop for Health/Welfare Canada aimed to develop dental hygiene standards of practice.
    • 1987: Ontario announced plans for dental hygienists to gain self-governing status.
    • 1988: Clinical Practice Standards for Dental Hygienists published by the Canadian Working Group.

    Establishment of Regulatory Framework

    • 1990: Ontario introduced the Health Profession Regulation Bill.
    • 1991: Regulated Health Professions Act and Dental Hygiene Act passed, leading to the establishment of the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO).
    • 1991-1993: Transition Council laid foundational elements for CDHO, including the first meeting in Nov 1992.

    Expansion and Professional Growth

    • 1992: University of British Columbia established a baccalaureate degree completion program.
    • 1993: RHPA 1991 received royal proclamation in December.
    • 1994: CDHO held its first official council meeting, marking the start of self-regulation in dental hygiene.
    • 1995: Joint submission from CDHO, ODHA, and dental hygiene educators urged removal of the required "order" from RHPA and DH Act.

    Examination and Quality Assurance

    • 1996: First National Dental Hygiene Examination administered nationwide; minister released recommendations on amending the Dental Hygiene Act.
    • 1997-1999: Introduction of two-year Dental Hygiene programs at community colleges in Ontario during this period.
    • 1999: Focus on quality assurance led to the establishment of a Quality Assurance Program by CDHO.

    Recent Developments

    • 2007: Bill 171 passed, allowing the self-initiation of dental hygiene care; first 250 dental hygienists approved for self-initiation.
    • 2007: International Federation of Dental Hygienists held its 17th International Symposium in Toronto, Ontario.

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    Explore the pivotal events that led to the recognition and establishment of dental hygiene as a profession in Canada. This quiz covers key legislation and milestones from 1947 to the 1950s that shaped the field. Test your knowledge on the important developments in dental hygiene education and practice.

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