As many of you have heard, MGCCC has been developing a new Dental Hygiene Program located at Tradition in Biloxi. We have a CODA site visit scheduled for August 27–28, 2026, with the goal of welcoming our first class in Fall 2027.
Third-Party Comments (CODA)
Individuals wishing to submit third-party comments regarding program compliance with accreditation standards may do so through the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) at https://coda.ada.org/about-coda/coda-staff or by calling 1-312-440-4653.
Comments must be submitted at least 60 days prior to the site visit date of August 27, 2026. Comments may be signed or unsigned; however, all signatures will be removed prior to forwarding to the program. Comments must relate only to applicable accreditation standards or Commission policies and procedures.
Partner With Us
We invite dental professionals to support the program through:
- Advisory input (Dental Liaison Committee or informal feedback)
- Clinical enhancement sites for supervised student experiences
- Guest lectures or lunch-and-learn opportunities
- Sharing employment opportunities for graduates
All student experiences are CODA-aligned, fully supervised, and designed to support safe, ethical, and consistent clinical education.
Let’s Build the Future of Dentistry Together,
Dr. Amy Sullivan
Amy Sullivan, RDH, PhD
Dental Hygiene Program and Clinic Director
School of Health Professions
amy.sullivan@mgccc.edu
Mississippi Dental Hygienists' Association 