UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Empowering Dental Hygienists. Advancing Oral Health Equity. Strengthening Communities.

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CONVENTION HOTELS:

Downtown Richmond Marriott (Host Hotel)

Rate: $199 per night + 2% TID + 14% state/local taxes
Location: Directly across the street from the Greater Richmond Convention Center and there is a walkway connecting the Marriott to the Convention Center.
Parking: $10 + tax in the connected garage (first-come, first-served)

Booking Link:
https://book.passkey.com/go/NDAAttendees

Additional Details

  • Reservations require a first-night deposit or credit card guarantee.

  • Housing Deadline: Monday, June 15, 2026 (No extensions)

  • Marriott Bonvoy points eligible

  • Not a member? Join Marriott Bonvoy.

    Richmond Downtown Hilton

    Rate: $182 per night + 16.28% taxes
    Location: Across the street from both the Marriott and the Greater Richmond Convention Center
    Parking: $10 + tax in the connected garage (first-come, first-served)

    Booking Link:
    https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=RICRDHH&groupCode=NDA26&arrivaldate=2026-07-15&departuredate=2026-07-19&cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,EN,DirectLink&fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT

    Additional Details

    • Reservations require a first-night deposit or credit card guarantee.

    • Housing Deadline: Monday, June 15, 2026

    • Hilton Honors points eligible

    • Not a member? Join Hilton Honors

    Delta Hotel by Marriott Richmond Downtown

    Rate: $182 per night + 16.28% taxes
    Location: Approximately 10 minutes from the Convention Center
    Parking: $10 + tax in the connected garage (first-come, first-served)

    Booking Link:
    Check back for link when provided.

    Additional Details

    • Reservations require a first-night deposit or credit card guarantee.

    • Housing Deadline: Monday, June 15, 2026

    • Marriott Bonvoy points eligible

    • Not a member? Join Marriott Bonvoy.


2026 NDHA Annual Conference

July 16-19, 2026

Richmond Convention Center

Richmond, Virginia

The National Dental Hygienists’ Association (NDHA) invites oral health professionals, educators, students, and industry partners to join us in Richmond, Virginia, for a transformative experience that bridges innovation, inclusion, and impact.

This year’s convention will spotlight the intersection of technology, cultural competence, and community care — equipping today’s dental hygienists to thrive in an ever-evolving healthcare landscape. Attendees can expect:

  • Hands-On Learning in the Age of AI: Participate in dynamic clinical workshops and live demonstrations exploring how artificial intelligence and emerging technologies are reshaping diagnostics, radiology, and patient communication — while maintaining the human touch that defines compassionate care.

  • Cultural Competence & Health Equity: Gain tools to deliver culturally responsive care to diverse populations. Sessions will focus on improving access and building trust with communities most vulnerable to oral-systemic disease disparities.

  • Empowerment Through Education: Earn continuing-education credits from expert-led seminars that connect cutting-edge science with everyday practice.

  • Networking & Mentorship: Engage with national leaders, educators, and peers committed to advancing minority representation and oral health equity.

  • Community Impact: Learn how NDHA initiatives — like the Oral Health Equity Tour — are transforming outreach and creating pathways for future hygienists.

This isn’t just a conference — it’s a movement.

Together, we’re shaping the future of oral health through knowledge, innovation, and purpose-driven leadership.

NDHA Oral Health Equity Tour

NDHA is proud to partner with existing community service events bringing oral health supplies, education and prevention component to them by integrating our mission into programs that already serve vulnerable populations. We amplify collective impact and promote access to care. If you are interested in us joining your event, please email us at ndhaltweb@gmail.com.

Presented by The National Dental Hygienists’ Association and HECTA

Coming to a city near you!!

Upcoming Cities:

Columbus, Ohio-Dates coming soon

NDHA Proudly Serves Our Community

  • Free Oral Health Supplies

  • Oral Health Education and Instruction

  • Information on how to become an Oral health Professional

Sponsored by:

The Oral Health Equity Tour is a part of the HECTA Taskforce