Senate Resolution 127
By: Senators Kirkpatrick of the 32nd, Watson of the 1st, Williams of the 25th, Summers of
the 13th, Albers of the 56th and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing February 6, 2025, as Dental Hygienists Appreciation Day; and for other
purposes.
WHEREAS, dental hygienists, as licensed oral health care professionals, have been
promoting oral health and preventing oral disease in Georgia for more than 75 years; and
WHEREAS, dental hygienists, as preventive specialists, contribute to the oral and total
health of Georgia residents as well as provide essential services and education to prevent
disease; and
WHEREAS, regular preventive checkups and cleanings, brushing and flossing, eating a
well-balanced diet, and monitoring gums for signs of gum disease are basic steps to ensuring
good oral hygiene and care; and
WHEREAS, many dental hygienists voluntarily give of their time and talent to provide
educational and preventive oral health care services to special needs groups such as the
elderly, people with disabilities, and the underprivileged; and
WHEREAS, dental hygienists are essential in dental offices, public health facilities, schools,
private organizations, and research facilities to provide the best oral health care for all
citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
recognize February 6, 2025, as Dental Hygienists Appreciation Day at the state capitol and
encourage our citizens to honor dental hygienists for the vital services they provide in
maintaining good oral hygiene and dental health.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the Georgia Dental
Hygienists' Association.