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More than just a continuing education platform, The Aviary is a dynamic community where dental hygienists can connect, learn, and grow. Expand your clinical expertise, achieve your CE goals, and become the best clinician you can be.

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Expert-Led Growth

Community & Collaboration

Comprehensive Career Advancement

The Aviary is an innovative, year-long, 12-course professional development program designed exclusively for dental hygienists. Born from the prestigious Seattle Study Club’s commitment to excellence, The Aviary offers a unique blend of cutting-edge clinical education, personal growth opportunities, and peer collaboration.

Our virtual platform connects forward-thinking hygienists with world-class experts, fostering a community dedicated to elevating the standard of care and personal achievement in dental hygiene.

Handpicked Speakers for a Smarter Experience

The Devil in Disguise:

Insulin Resistance

Ronesh Sinha – MD

December 03, 2025

+1 hour Lecture

The Foundations of Financial Security

Brad LevinCFP®, CMT®, CEPA™

January 20, 2026

+1 hour Lecture

The Hygienist Effect: Leading Culture, Care, and Connection

Craig Spodak, DMD & Ashley Price, CRDH​

February 17, 2026

+1 hour Lecture

Maxillary Expansion – It’s Not Just About the Teeth Anymore

Rebecca Bockow, DDS, MS

March 17, 2026

+1 hour Lecture

Hygienists' Recession Rx: Diagnosing & Managing the Gum Line Decline

Vinay Bhide, DDS, MSc(Perio), FRCDC 

April 21, 2026

+1 hour Lecture

Unlocking the Endocannabinoid System

Brandi Hooker Evans, RDH-ER, MHE

May 19, 2026

+1 hour Lecture

Artificial Intelligence and Other Emerging Tech

Melissa Turner, BASDH, RDHEP, EFDA, CHO

June 16, 2026

+1 hour Lecture

Stretching the Shrinking Hour

Brittany Simon, RDH

July 21, 2026

+1 hour Lecture

Alignment, Digital & the Dental Hygienist: Your Role in Creating Health & Value

Joshua Austin, DDS, MAGD

August 18, 2026

+1 hour Lecture

Scaling & Failing No More: The Future of Perio is Saliva-Guided.

Lora Hooper

BSDH, RDH, EFDA

September 15, 2026

+1 hour Lecture

Which Came First: Perio or Malocclusion?

Katrina Sanders

RDH, BSDH, M.ED, RF

October 20, 2026

+1 hour Lecture

The 5mm Dilemma: Too Deep for Comfort, Too Shallow for Surgery

Jason Souyias, DDS & Michelle N Jones, RDH

November 17, 2026

+1 hour Lecture

Train Your Brain For Success

Robb Zbierski

December 8, 2026

+1 hour Lecture

Practical Oral Pathology

Ashleigh Briody, DDS, MS

January  26, 2027

+1 hour Lecture

“Talkin' ‘Bout My Generation (Alpha)!”

Thomas Viola

R.Ph., CCP, CDE, CPMP

February  16, 2027

+1 hour Lecture

Beyond the Basics: Elevating Care with Innovation and Intention

Amanda Hill

 BSDH, RDH, CDIPC

March  16, 2027

+1 hour Lecture

Sustaining Implant Health: The Significance of Maintenance in Achieving Long-Term Success

Michelle Strange

MSDH, RDH, CDIPC

April 20, 2027

+1 hour Lecture

Get the Skinny on Weight Loss meds and Oral Health

Mia L Geisinger

DDS, MS

May 18, 2027

+1 hour Lecture

Food and Mood

Kimberley Wilson

BA, MA, MSc, CPsychol

June 15, 2027

+1 hour Lecture

Talk Dirty to Me - Tackling OSHA and Infection Control Essentials Swiftly

Karen Daw

MBA, CECM, CDIPC

July 20, 2027

+1 hour Lecture

Curated by experts. Created for you.

The world’s top educators use The Aviary Study Club

“As a hygienist, it was important to me to create something that not only I could be proud of but also something my fellow hygienists would want to join. Working together with other hygienists, we developed a community where we could connect and support each other.”

Michelle A. Watkins, RDH SSC Director of Education & Events

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or $299/yr

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FAQs

Are these programs all virtual?

Yes, The Aviary offers live virtual programs—nothing recorded! We will also offer future opportunities for members to connect live in person.

The Aviary’s annual membership is a commitment to a full year of exclusive benefits and services. Please note that we do not offer refunds once a membership is purchased. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to contact our support team at education@seattlestudyclub.com.

The Aviary offers up to 12 CE Credits over the course of a 12-month membership.

Your purchase includes a 12-month membership to The Aviary. Upon enrollment, you will receive immediate access and gain access to the next 12 months of speakers. If you purchase the early bird rate, programming starts in March and your membership will last until February 28, 2026.

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