In this episode, I talk about my love for dental hygiene while also addressing the challenges in this field. It’s so important to focus on the positive aspects of the job and highlight the growth in the dental hygiene profession. I encourage all aspiring dental hygienists to focus on the positives just as much- if…
Neurobics can be utilized when studying to improve the retention of information faster and longer. It can also help to strengthen hand skills, which is a very important aspect of dental hygiene. Today’s episode focuses on how dental hygiene students can utilize these studying methods to succeed in their preclinic course! Want a question answered…
Dana is a public health hygienist, educator, tutor, entrepreneur, and more. In this episode, she reflects on her journey to becoming a dental hygienist and shares what she would have done differently. She emphasizes the importance of not rushing the process and recommends gaining work experience in the dental field prior to dental hygiene school….
Ash, also known as the Redhead RDH, is an amazing mentor for hygiene students and registered hygienists. This episode focuses on her path to becoming a hygienist and the struggles she overcame during hygiene school. She reveals how she got into hygiene school with a secret weapon despite having C’s on her transcript and got…
Do you find yourself losing motivation and confidence through dental hygiene school? I’m here to remind you that this is a marathon, not a sprint! Just like some of the best athletes, dental hygienists require so much practice before become skilled. No one becomes a great hygienist overnight so just remember to go easy on…
Did you know students are responsible for scheduling their own patients in dental hygiene school? This can sound terrifying for some people, especially because some schools will give you a zero if you don’t have a patient in your chair! This episode is all about ways you can prevent this from happening. Listen here for…
Our special guest, Dannia, shares her inspiring journey into dental hygiene school. From her early interest in dental hygiene sparked by her father’s dental issues to her proactive approach in aligning high school courses with her goals through dual enrollment and AP classes, Dannia’s story is one you don’t want to miss! We discuss networking,…
On this episode of Dental Hygiene Basics, Dana sits down with Alexis, a registered dental hygienist and entrepreneur, to discuss her inspiring journey into the field. Alexis shares her personal story of overcoming challenges such as being a working mom through school. Alexis also delves into the importance of sustainability in the dental industry and…
Get ready to dive into the essential concepts that you should know before starting dental hygiene school! This episode covers the basics of cellular biology and how it ties to your education throughout courses like pharmacology, radiology, and histology. Don’t miss out on this helpful review to excel in your future classes! See the full…
It’s not what you know, it’s who you know! Learn networking tips on this episode and hear about Dana’s captivating transformation from a shy individual to a confident networker in the dental hygiene field. Explore the significance of networking early in the hygiene application process, joining pre-dental societies, and seeking shadowing opportunities. Discover the benefits…