Expanded Practice Dental Hygienist- Community Outreach Capitol Dental Care
Disclosure(s):
Kristin Hockema, EPDH: No financial relationships to disclose
Description: This round-table discussion will examine the practicalities of integrating dental hygiene services across various medical settings, with a focus on how Capitol Dental Care’s Expanded Practice Dental Hygienists (EPDHs) collaborate with school-based health centers, behavioral health clinics, and medical offices to develop and implement effective workflows in Oregon. A common concern among stakeholders in medical-dental integration revolves around operational challenges, such as space constraints and scheduling conflicts. The ability to adapt workflows to different environments, including hospitals, pediatric clinics, behavioral health clinics, substance use disorder clinics, dental vans, and family medicine practices, is essential for successful integration. Participants will explore real-world examples of how these workflows are customized to fit each setting, ensuring that dental services are seamlessly integrated into broader healthcare systems. The discussion will also emphasize the collaborative efforts between EPDHs and clinical directors in designing and refining these processes to address the specific needs of each location. Whether your interest lies in understanding the logistics of medical-dental integration or in acquiring practical strategies for applying similar models within your own practice, this session will offer valuable insights into the operational aspects that contribute to the success of these programs.
Source of
Funding: : Company funds received for providing services for Medicaid members
