A new threat to dental hygiene in Germany
Learn ways the update to the periodontal classification guidelines could make being a hygienist even more complicated.
Angela Scott
While the world paused during the pandemic, I started building something new. I’m Angela Scott, a U.S.-trained dental hygienist with experience in Switzerland and Germany and founder of Dental Hygienists Abroad. I noticed a gap: preventive oral care is undervalued, leaving patients vulnerable.
Through sustainable products, professional consulting, and educational programs, we make prevention accessible, practical, and effective — empowering individuals, practices, and communities.
Connecting with hygienists around the world has been one of the best parts of this journey. We shared stories, swapped advice, and built a network of people ready to explore new opportunities.
Bernita Bush Gissler – European Dental Hygiene Influencer
This dental hygiene influencer helped developed the curriculum of the dental hygiene school in Bern Switzerland and continues to shape the practice of dentists and dental hygienists in Germany and Switzerland.
Wonderful Working Conditions for Dental Hygienists
Working conditions for dental hygienists in the US are sometimes less than ideal. Most dental hygienists work as at-will, part-time employees. These employees don’t usually have access to the same benefits and job security as full-time employees. For us, this…
How To Choose The Best Toothpaste For You
With so many toothpaste options available, how can you know which one is the best for you?
Dental Hygienist in Germany: Cindy M. Canada-Flores, RDH, RDA
Castles, rivers, forests and fresh air make Germany a dream for this international dental hygienist in Germany.
International Dental Hygienist Sarah Twiford, RDH, BSDH
Living or studying abroad was always the dream of this international dental hygienist, Sarah Twiford. After backpacking around Europe in 2016, she felt she had to see more of Europe. See how Sarah came to work as an international dental…
