Advocacy

MDHA advocates to protect patient safety, advance the dental hygiene profession,
and promote access to quality oral healthcare for all Mississippians through
education, collaboration, and legislative engagement.

Advocacy in Action

The Mississippi Dental Hygienists’ Association (MDHA) is the unified voice of dental
hygienists in Mississippi. In accordance with our bylaws, MDHA advocates to promote oral health, protect patient safety, and advance the dental hygiene profession through
education, collaboration, and legislative engagement.
We work to ensure dental hygienists are represented in Mississippi’s legislative and regulatory processes and that policies reflect evidence-based care and the evolving role of dental hygienists as essential healthcare providers.

Mississippi Legislative Advocacy

MDHA actively monitors legislation and regulatory actions that impact dental hygiene practice in Mississippi. Our advocacy efforts focus on:
• Protecting and advancing the scope of practice for licensed dental hygienists
• Supporting policies that improve access to preventive oral healthcare across
Mississippi
• Promoting regulations that reflect current education, training, and public health
standards
• Collaborating with the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) and key
stakeholders

Legislative Updates

MDHA continually reviews state and national legislative issues affecting dental hygienists and oral healthcare in Mississippi.
When action is needed, members will receive timely updates and opportunities to engage through MDHA communications.
Check back for legislative updates and advocacy opportunities.

Student Advocacy

Dental hygiene students are the future of the profession, and your voice matters. MDHA encourages students to become informed advocates who understand how legislation, regulation, and public policy shape dental hygiene practice in Mississippi.

Through MDHA, students can:
• Learn how Mississippi laws and regulations impact dental hygiene
• Stay informed on legislative issues affecting scope of practice and patient care
• Participate in advocacy discussions, events, and outreach
• Build leadership skills and professional confidence
• Connect with practicing hygienists who are active in advocacy
Getting involved early helps ensure a strong, informed, and united profession for the future.

Get Involved in Advocacy

Your voice matters in Mississippi!
Join MDHA in advocating for dental hygienists, patient safety, and access to quality oral
healthcare across our state.

Email: mdha@live.com

Watch for advocacy alerts and legislative updates!