What is an example of a review the Dental Hygiene Committee might conduct?

The Dental Hygiene Committee's role primarily focuses on the oversight and regulation of dental hygiene practices and practitioners. Evaluating anesthesia applications is a pertinent activity within this regulatory function, as it directly relates to the safety and effectiveness of procedures performed by dental hygienists. This review ensures that the anesthesia methods are administered correctly and that practitioners have the appropriate training and knowledge to use these methods safely.

In contrast, assessing dental marketing materials and conducting patient surveys, while important for practice management and patient interaction, do not fall directly under the core regulatory activities of the committee regarding hygiene practice standards. Performing dental cleanings, though a fundamental aspect of a dental hygienist's responsibilities, is a clinical activity rather than a review conducted by the committee. Thus, evaluating anesthesia applications aligns best with the committee's mandate to ensure the safety and compliance of practices involving dental hygiene.