Malta Association of Dental Hygienists

Healthier smiles, healthier lives.

We represent registered dental hygienists across Malta — championing professional standards, advancing dental hygiene practice and improving the nation's oral health.

Your oral health goes beyond a white smile.

Poor oral health is increasingly linked to wider medical conditions — from cardiovascular disease to diabetes and pregnancy outcomes. Our members work alongside dentists across Malta to help people achieve and maintain healthier mouths and lives.

Members can now access the International Federation of Dental Hygienists newsletter — the latest issue is available in the members area.

Members area

A recognised BSc (Hons) Dental Hygiene programme is offered through the University of Malta, opening up varied career opportunities in oral health.

About the BSc programme
What we do

Representing dental hygienists, championing public oral health.

Professional representation

We speak for registered dental hygienists in Malta, liaising with health authorities, professional bodies and voluntary organisations on issues that affect the profession.

Meet the committee →

Standards & ethics

We safeguard the Code of Practice and Code of Ethics for our profession, working to keep clinical standards current with international developments.

Read the codes →

Public oral health

We raise public awareness about preventive oral care and the link between mouth health and overall wellbeing through articles, talks and educational resources.

Articles for the public →

Continuous development

We provide opportunities for continuous professional development — educating, updating and inspiring our members through events and shared resources.

Upcoming events →

International voice

As a member of the International Federation of Dental Hygienists, our members connect with peers across the world and contribute to global oral-health initiatives.

Our mission →

For prospective hygienists

Considering a career in dental hygiene? Discover what the profession involves, where it can take you, and the BSc programme that trains Malta's hygienists.

Career overview →

2013
Founded 19 July
3 yr
BSc (Hons) programme
CPCM
Registered profession
IFDH
International member
Get in touch

Working with us

Whether you are a member of the public with an oral-health question, a dental hygienist looking to join us, or a brand wishing to support the profession, we would love to hear from you.

Contact the Association Members & sponsors