The mission of the Dental Hygiene Program at Community College of Denver is to educate students through the transmission of dental science knowledge acquired from formal didactic and clinical study, self-directed research, and client care. The program is committed to excellence in the theory and practice of dental hygiene and in the development of competent, socially sensitive and ethically responsible healthcare professionals. The faculty demonstrates leadership in dental hygiene education, consultation, and community service and share expertise through practice, continuing education, and political action to improve the delivery of oral hygiene services and the oral health status of the community.