Presenter Information: Colleen Rutledge, RDH

Presenter Bio

Colleen Rutledge is a hygiene coach, writer and well-respected dental hygienist who speaks nationally on the non-surgical approach to managing periodontal disease. Her professional career began over 30 years ago in Philadelphia after completing a dental assisting externship at Temple University and graduating class president from National School of Health Technology. She pursued a degree in Dental Hygiene at Coastal Carolina Community College in North Carolina and was the recipient of the Hu-Friedy Golden Scaler Award.

Commercial Disclosure

This free Viva presentation is made possible through the continued support of ACTEON. Colleen Rutledge, RDH is a consultant and/or speaker for the following companies and/or organizations: Viva Learning, . Colleen Rutledge, RDH may receive an honorarium as compensation from the CE Supporter of this presentation and/or from Viva Learning for the time involved in preparing and delivering this online presentation.

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