The new DDH Compact could transform hygienists’ careers, making multistate licensure easier and expanding opportunities, mobility, and access to care across the country.
Key Highlights
- The DDH Compact allows dental hygienists and dentists to practice in multiple states with a single license, streamlining mobility and reducing administrative barriers.
- Implementation of the Compact is estimated to take 18 to 24 months, with some states already enacting legislation and others pending approval.
- Benefits include increased access to care, expanded employment opportunities, and the ability to serve underserved areas more effectively.
- Legislative support and contacting state legislators are crucial for expanding the Compact and enhancing professional and public health benefits.
- Advancements like the DDH Compact demonstrate the profession’s commitment to improving preventive care and addressing workforce shortages across the country.