Dental Hygiene Basics

Wanting some tips for studying in dental hygiene school? I've got you covered on this week's episode. I answer your questions on the best study tools for dental hygiene students. See the full transcript HERE Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBa...

This week on the podcast, Dana reviews the bones of the viscerocranium. She got a little ahead of herself and forgot to mention one bone in this episode: the vomer! However, it can be found on the Dental Hygiene Basics Instagram page. The Know Before You Go topics are common concepts that are learned in dental hygiene school and are also commonly seen on the board exams! Let's get to learning! See...

This week's episode features Britt from the famous @brushwithbritt on Instagram and TikTok. Britt is a dental hygienist in California, and she is a major influencer in the dental hygiene space. She is open and transparent about the pros and cons of dental hygiene, and she even discusses taboo topics such as pay. She is an amazing advocate for our profession, and I am so happy to celebrate her acco...

BONUS! I often find myself being asked....Dana, what do you do now? Well, here is my answer! Learn how I went from full-time dental hygiene educator to the owner of Dental Hygiene Basics (and a public health hygienist!) See the full transcript HERE Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE: https://forms.gle/HnF9tRHvAZ3Dja2g6 Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dent...

In this week's episode, Dana responds to a listener's question about how to secure enough money to pay for dental hygiene school. Have you stopped to consider if all of your needs are met? We need certain needs met before we can survive and thrive (which includes food, water, shelter, safety). If finances are a major stressor for you, you will struggle to learn new information and retain that info...

Do you have a dental hygiene binder? If not - start making one today! In this week's episode, I discuss why I started Dental Hygiene Basics and how to make a dental hygiene binder to showcase all of your amazing hopes, dreams, and skills! It is time to write your RDH origin story. See the full transcript HERE Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE Slide into my D...

Ella shares her personal journey and experiences in the field of dental hygiene, offering valuable insights and guidance for aspiring dental hygienists. From discovering a passion for dental hygiene to navigating the demands of dental hygiene school, Ella provides practical advice and inspiration for those considering a career in this field. Ella started her dental hygiene education at UMKC with N...

Are you following Dental Hygiene Basics on Instagram yet? Each week, Dana posts a Know Before You Go To Dental Hygiene School Concept. So far, we have been focusing on the bones of the skull. This is a great anatomy refresher that will prepare you for the treacherous Head and Neck Anatomy of Dental Hygiene School! Listen in for an overview of what we have covered so far....and go follow me on Inst...

A listener reached out with concerns about a lack of support system in her life. Dana provides advice on how to build a strong support system to help you on your journey to and through dental hygiene school! Have a question you would like answered? Fill out this form ! See the full transcript here Check me out on Insta: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Email: dhbasics@protonmai...

This episode of the Dental Hygiene Basics Podcast features Ala'a, a new dental hygiene graduate. Ala'a talks about switching from a career in special education to dental assisting, and then COVID gave her a push to apply to dental hygiene school. She talks about how she had to overcome self-doubts when applying, but that she found herself more prepared when she arrived on campus because of her den...

This week's episode dives into the "stalker-y" side of dental hygiene admissions committees. Listen up for tips on how to protect yourself from social media scares and creepy google searches by admissions committees. I can't give away the third spooky thing - it's too spooky for words! Listen to hear what admissions committees don't want you to know. What are your biggest struggles right now on yo...

Dana hosts Sonya Dunbar, also known as The Geriatric Tooth Fairy, on today's episode of the Dental Hygiene Basics Podcast. Sonya shares her incredible story of how she became an RDH. That story includes long-term struggles with dyslexia and failing her first year in dental hygiene school. However, Sonya had a dream, a vision, and a plan...She KNEW she was meant to be a dental hygienist. 32 years l...

This episode features Kimberly Augustus, owner of Bloom RDH, a company that helps dental hygiene graduates transition seamlessly from dental hygiene school into the working world. Kimberly started out with a career in finance before switching paths and heading to dental hygiene school at Middlesex Community College. She now teaches at the same college that she graduated from as an adjunct faculty!...

Dana is back on this episode of DH Basics to close out part 2 of "Preparing for Dental Hygiene School Admissions". Dana discusses getting a jump on dental hygiene school letters of recommendation and pre-planning for your personal statement. She covers getting ready for dental hygiene entrance exams and readying yourself for the interview process. See the full transcript here Check out episode #2...

On this episode, Dana talks with Candice, a dental hygiene graduate from the Community College of Denver. After graduating with her associate's in dental hygiene in 2011, she immediately began a bachelor's completion program through Old Dominion University. Candice discusses how her career as a dental hygienist has helped her in her new role as a myofunctional therapist. She also covers tips for w...

On today's episode, Dana discusses the steps to take when preparing to apply for dental hygiene school. Dana goes into the role of the dental hygienist, researching dental hygiene schools, planning for your requirements, obtaining hands-on experience, and the importance of extracurricular activities. This is part one of a two-part series that dives into the basics of preparing for dental hygiene s...

This episode of the Dental Hygiene Basics Podcast showcases new dental hygiene graduate, Allison. Dana and Allison discuss the tediousness of the dental hygiene application and ways to plan for the cost of dental hygiene school. Allison earned several scholarships and strategically planned her dental hygiene school education to optimize her finances and prevent massive debt. She recommends staying...

In this episode of "DH Basics," Dana, a dental hygiene professor and dental hygienist, delves into the question of whether dental hygiene is the perfect career path for you. Dana explores the top factors to consider before applying to dental hygiene school. From a genuine passion for oral health to building meaningful connections with patients, this episode provides valuable insights to help you d...

On this episode, Dana meets with Amanda Zubricki. Amanda is a clinical dental hygienist who operates the non-profit "That Deaf RDH Foundation." She graduated from Northern Virginia Community College in 2017. Her foundation provides scholarships to deaf and hard-of-hearing dental hygiene students. Amanda discusses how she applied to dental hygiene school three times. She actually ended up appealing...

The host of the DH Basics Podcast steps out of the interrogation role this week to be interviewed. Jessica comes back on to interview Dana, and Dana tells her story of the world's craziest dental hygiene interview. Dana has technically been rejected by admissions committees 4 times, but she didn't let that stop her. She says time only made her stronger, and she encourages students to consider dela...

On the first official episode of the DH Basics Podcast, Dana interviews Jessica, an RDH of almost 9 years. Jessica graduated with an Associates in Dental Hygiene from Concorde Career College in Memphis, Tennessee. Jessica discusses her service in the marines, her decision to become a dental hygienist, and what her future looks like. She details her admissions experience and gives awesome advice to...

Welcome to the DH Basics Podcast! This podcast was created to help future dental hygienists as they embark upon the application process and their first year of dental hygiene school. In this short episode, I introduce myself and my background. I am here to highlight the experiences of those who have successfully been accepted into and graduated from dental hygiene school. This podcast is full of t...