“My vision is a future focused on prevention and health promotion. My passion is to show you the way.”
Trisha is an international speaker, author, educator and instrument designer. She was on the founding editorial board for RDH Magazine in 1980 and wrote the Periodontics Column for 14 years. In 1989, Trisha launched Perio Reports, and from 2004 to 2014 she was the Editorial Director of Hygienetown. In 2013, Trisha and two colleagues founded O'Hehir University, providing a 6-month path to degree completion for dental hygienists worldwide. Trisha is a future focused speaker who presents thought provoking programs combining current research, practical applications and alternatives for the future.
Trisha O’Hehir, MS, RDH
“My passion is to have fun applying cutting edge science to elevate patient care.”
Susan Wingrove, BS, RDH, dynamic innovator, International speaker, writer, instrument designer & Sunstar RDH Award of Distinction recipient. Proud member of Oral-B Global Implant board & Western Society of Periodontology. Susan is a published author for multiple journals; Dental Economics, Digital Dentistry & Healthcare Knowledge, RDH Magazine, Scientific Panel for ACP Clinical Practice Guidelines, Doctor Clinical Implant Maintenance White Papers, Website ‘Dynamics Concepts’ Blog, and Implant Maintenance Textbook: Peri-Implant Therapy for the Dental Hygienist (Wiley). Resides in Missoula, Montana USA. Website: wingrovedynamics.com
Susan Wingrove, BS, RDH
Wife, mother, farmer, educator, inventor, public health advocate, businesswoman, researcher, writer, speaker–yet always a dental hygienist. Dr. Emily Boge blends her extensive experience in dental hygiene and dental assisting with a Doctorate in Education and Organizational Leadership to teach both entry level and licensed dental practitioners globally. She's a champion for innovation, influencing manufacturers to prioritize practitioner input in product development. Through evidence-based research, she educates and evaluates products while advocating for accountability and empowerment among dental professionals. Dr. Boge shares her insights as a speaker and writer, always pushing the boundaries of dental practice standards and techniques.
Dr. Emily Boge EdD, RDH, CDA
Anne has been a clinical dental hygienist for 35 years, is a speaker, writer, and consultant. She created Oral Systemic Seminars in 2017 and now devotes much of her time, focus and study to dementia prevention. She is a preceptor for the Bale/Doneen method, a Certified Dementia Practitioner and a Longevity Specialist with the Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation, where she has also developed curriculum. Anne is a Fellow with The American Academy for Oral Systemic Health and served on the advisory board. Anne is currently on Cloud Dentistry’s Empowering Women in Dentistry board and has a column for RDH magazine focusing on oral systemic health. She is serving on their 2024 editorial advisory board and in 2025. She has joined O’Hehir University editorial advisory board for their International Journal of Oral Health Behavior Change Research. Anne was a 2024 recipient of Sunstar’s Award of Distinction and in 2021 Anne published her manuscript Alzheimer’s Disease and Oral-Systemic Health Bidirectional Care Integration Improving Outcomes for Frontiers. She was included in an International Consortium of a diverse network of brain researchers, clinicians and institutions who support Alzheimer’s prevention. Her consulting has brought her to Weill Cornell Medical Center’s Alzheimer’s Prevention Clinic, Florida Atlantic College Center for Brain Health, the Atria Institute and Florida Institute Neurodegeneration Diseases under the direction of Dr. Richard Isaacson.
Website: Anneorice.com
Anne O. Rice, RDH, BS, FAAOSH, CDP
As an internationally recognized keynote speaker, author, educator, and thought leader, Lancette has made significant contributions to the field through her work as a clinician, airway ambassador, and public health advocate.
Lancette is the Clinical Director for Sierra Sleep, Airway and Wellness Center in Reno, Nevada. She is also the podcast host for Beyond Breathing, a podcast that features educational and inspirational solutions for all who are seeking improved health and wellness through optimal breathing, sleep and oral health. Her podcast and speaking engagements have had a significant global impact, reaching over 30 countries around the world. Lancette offers multiple opportunities for medical and dental providers to work together through lunch and learns, educational symposiums, webinars, podcasts/blogs, speaking/writing, and coaching on interprofessional practice.
Lancette's passion for lobbying, increasing access to care, disease prevention, and fostering medical-dental collaboration has earned her numerous prestigious awards and recognition in the dental community.
She is currently the President-Elect of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association, where she continues to lead initiatives that advance healthcare through dentistry and promote overall health and wellness.