Hygienist Inspired
Dental hygiene careers can grow in many directions. Cleveland Hygienist Inspired spotlights recognize local dental hygienists whose experiences in patient care, education, public health, leadership, mentorship, advocacy, and service help demonstrate what is possible within our profession.
Meet Gina Drane, MEd, RDH
A Cleveland dental hygienist whose career has expanded from clinical practice into public health, education, mentorship, and professional leadership.
Gina Drane, MEd, RDH
Service • Education • Leadership • Mentorship
Gina’s career reflects the breadth of opportunity within dental hygiene. Her professional journey has included private practice, public health, higher education, student mentorship, and leadership within the Cleveland dental hygiene community.
In July 2026, Gina’s career was highlighted by Best Practice: Dentistry, Business & Policy in the feature “A Career for the Books.”
There Is More Than One Path in Dental Hygiene
Stories From Our Profession
Celebrating Cleveland-area dental hygienists whose careers, experiences, and contributions reflect the many ways our profession can make an impact.
Gina Drane, MEd, RDH
Public health, education, professional leadership, and mentorship.
View Gina’s Spotlight →Inspired by the Profession?
Learn more about ADHA’s Hygienist Inspired initiative and how dental hygienists can help future professionals discover the opportunities available within dental hygiene.
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