NEW HORIZONS IN UNIFIED ORAL HEALTH CARE Opening Horizons Across Australia, in oral health practice, opportunities and innovation

With
Cheryl Dey,
Oral Hygienist &
President, Oral Health Association of Australia (OHAA)

Nathan Clarke,
Chief Executive Officer,
Oral Health Association of Australia (OHAA)

SEGMENT
Filmed in Gold Coast | October 2025

The Oral Health Association of Australia (OHAA) is the peak professional association representing Oral Health Practitioners (dental hygienists, dental therapists and oral health therapists) to support and promote the continued growth and development of oral health across Australia.

OHAA was formed following the vote in December 2024 by the ADOHTA and DHAA members to form one new professional association. The Board Directors and Regional Committees are volunteers who work clinically or in the oral health profession and combined with their staff, direct their time and efforts to serving OHAA members and oral health in the community with passion and dedication. 

In October 2025, OHAA held its inaugural Congress as a new association entity to celebrate and advance the shared goals of the oral health workforce and community. This year’s Congress was held to foster learning, collaboration, and growth in the field of oral health.

With the theme ”Opening Horizons Across Australia”, the Congress aimed to show the associations and its member collective commitment to broadening the scope of oral health practice, exploring new opportunities, driving innovation, and connecting professionals across the country in meaningful ways.

Australian Health Journal was invited to the Congress and met with the OHAA President and CEO.

Source: Adapted from OHAA website by AUDIENCED