Tooth Fairy Tish is back on the podcast to update us on what she's been up to in the dental hygiene world! Since our talk last year, she has been busy in entrepreneurship expanding her mentorship program for new grad dental hygienists, publishing articles, and continuing her journey with public speaking. Letitia is an advocate for prioritizing mental health, preventing burnout, and staying involved in the dental hygiene community- she's overall an amazing dental hygienist to have in your corner!

Timestamps:

(00:00) Letitia’s Mentorship Program for Dental Hygiene Students

(10:02) Invest in Yourself

(13:15) A Real Picture of Entrepreneurship  

(24:27) Different Avenues Available for Dental Hygienists

(28:08) Being Involved in Your Career with Associations 

(38:04) Self-Care for Dental Hygienists 

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Are you considering shadowing a dental hygienist? It's one of the best things you can do before applying to dental hygiene school! Tune in to this bonus episode to hear about ideas on how to dress, what to bring with you, and questions to prepare for the dental hygienist you're shadowing. 

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(01:23) Attire for Shadowing at a Dental Office

(03:51) What to Bring With You 

(04:58) How to Maximize Your Shadowing Experience

(06:54) Other Attire Options for Shadowing 

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Scholarships can help to relieve the financial burden of tuition in school, which is why it is my passion and goal to continue awarding dental hygiene students money with the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship! In this process, I've reviewed a plethora of applications and picked up on where students are going wrong when applying to scholarships. This episode goes over my tips for students when applying for scholarships and crafting a personal statement that stands out!

Timestamps: 

(00:00) My Background with Scholarships 

(02:35) Showcasing Your Personality on Scholarship Applications 

(05:58) The Disadvantage of Using AI in Applications

(09:47) Keeping Your Personal Statement Relevant 

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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 to hear all about Dana's crazy dental hygiene interview experience.

Have a question or do you have an interesting admissions story? Email me at dhbasics@protonmail.com. I would love to feature your questions or your personal story on the show!

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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 writing your personal statement, the lack of bachelor's dental hygiene programs in Colorado, and how to find patients for dental hygiene school. Stay tuned until the end where she gives advice on how to get those shadowing hours! See the full transcript here

Interested in being on the show? I'm always looking for dental hygienists with interesting stories to showcase. Are you newly accepted into dental hygiene school and want to share your admissions story? I'd love to feature you! Email me at DHbasics@protonmail.com

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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 school admissions.

See the full transcript here

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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 tight with your classmates and helping each other get through dental hygiene school.

See the full transcript here

Have a question or interested in being interviewed on the show? Email me at dhbasics@protonmail.com! I am looking for anyone with an interesting story!

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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 determine if dental hygiene is your calling. So, join us for a tooth-tickling adventure as I discuss what it's like to be a dental hygienist! Full transcript can be found here

Email me at dhbasics@protonmail.com with questions for the show!

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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 her third rejection letter to dental hygiene school which helped her finally get accepted! Amanda overcame rejection, feelings of self doubt, and failure to succeed in her goal of earning her RDH license! She is an inspiration to anyone applying to dental hygiene school.

The full transcript of this podcast can be found here.

Amanda's Foundation: thatdeafrdh.org

Amanda's Insta: that.deaf.rdh

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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 delaying their applications to dental hygiene school if it will make them a stronger applicant.

Have a question about dental hygiene school admissions that you would like answered on the air? Email me at dhbasics@pm.me

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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 help prepare for a dental hygiene school interview. She discusses how professionalism in an interview is key, and how your personality is not the same as your professional personality. We hope you enjoy the show! Please leave a review wherever you are listening!

Have a question you would like asked on the show? Email me at dhbasics@pm.me or fill out this form!

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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 tips, tricks, and personal advice from those who have been through it. Dental hygiene school is not easy, but as we all say, it's worth it!

Transcript:

Hey, my name is Dana. Welcome to the DH basics podcast! I am a dental hygienist and a dental hygiene educator. A little bit of background about me: I have a bachelor's degree in biology, a bachelor's degree in dental hygiene and a master's degree in aging and dementia studies. After I graduated from dental hygiene school, I worked in a clinical setting, so I worked in a private practice office for five years while I pursued my master's degree. After that, I transitioned out of clinical practice, and I transitioned into dental hygiene education, and I absolutely love it. That brings me to where I am today. Why is my background important to you? Well, I have a lot of intel and information about the collegiate process because I've been through it three times myself, and I've been working in the collegiate industry for three years. So I have a lot of background information on the admissions process, how to get into dental hygiene school, what admissions committees are looking for, and also how to help you succeed as a first year dental hygiene student. First year students often struggle with stress, overwhelm, and failures. Sometimes students even have to drop out or get dismissed because of grades or stress. There are so many things that impact a first year dental hygiene student, and I want to be here to support you through all of that. I want to help build your confidence and knowledge so that you can achieve your dreams of becoming a registered dental hygienist. This podcast will feature a lot about me, but also I will have guests from all over the country who have achieved the title of RDH, as well. I love helping students achieve their goals of becoming a dental hygienist and now I want to help you become one, too. Stay tuned for my first episode with a great RDH and friend of mine. You don't want to miss it!

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Amanda Hale, a dental hygienist for 18 years, has developed such a versatile resume and has truly done the most she can with her career! Our conversation in this episode covers her RDH origin story, her journey as a clinical hygienist, and what keeps her busy outside of the operatory. If branching out of clinical hygiene piques your interest, I highly recommend giving this episode a listen. Also, be sure to give Amanda a follow on socials (@thecurvyscaler) and listen to her amazing new podcast "Functional Roots"!

Timestamps: 

(00:00) Amanda’s RDH Origin Story 

(06:14) Staying Busy in the field of Dental Hygiene 

(11:44) Getting into Dental Hygiene School 

(18:29) Paying Tuition 

(23:28) Struggling in the Dental Hygiene Classroom

(30:54) Great Memories in School

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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It may sound strange, but some things are better left behind when entering dental hygiene school. Your mindset is something that has a substantial impact on everything you do, including your education. Mindset is something you have control over and can use in your favor! This ten-minute episode can change your thinking when it comes to dental hygiene school and make you an overall better learner. 

Timestamps:

(00:00) How to Compete with Yourself 

(03:58) Comparison vs. Admiration 

(07:24) The Power of a Positive Mindset 

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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Are you preparing to start dental hygiene school soon? If so, this is the perfect episode for you! Marie Richey, a current dental hygiene educator, joins me on this episode to give insider tips and tricks for incoming and current students. Listen to her perspective as a professor to have a clear understanding of what dental hygiene school will look like and be ready to go on your first day!

Timestamps: 

(00:00) Marie’s RDH Origin Story 

(04:03) Working as a Travel Dental Hygienist 

(11:51) Marie’s Tips and Tricks for Dental Hygiene Students 

(21:16) Struggling in Pharmacology 

(30:08) Don’t Stop Learning Dental Hygiene  

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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Two years ago, Dental Hygiene Basics was founded to provide educational tools to aspiring dental hygienists and help students transition into DH programs. Today, the mission remains the same, with the addition of awarding scholarships to dental hygiene students! I'm proud of the trajectory of DHB thus far and hope to continue supporting Future RDHs. Feedback for DHB is always appreciated, so please never hesitate to reach out with your questions or comments!

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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Starting dental hygiene school soon? You've come to the right place! Anistinn joins me on this episode to share her RDH journey so far. She's currently in an accelerated dental hygiene program and is on track to graduate in October. She's staying busy building a social media platform, tutoring other dental hygiene students, and studying for boards. If you're starting your dental hygiene journey, you'll love this episode!

Timestamps: 

(00:00) Anistinn’s RDH Origin Story

(09:55) Accelerated Dental Hygiene Program 

(11:15) Finding Patients in Dental Hygiene School

(16:29) Learning New Concepts as a Student 

(26:28) Advice to Dental Hygiene Applicants and Students 

(31:36) Making Friends Within Your Cohort 

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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Maggie Moodie started her dental hygiene career early, getting into a DH program at the early age of 18! Her career has taken her through various working environments from temping, working in public health, and now being an educator. As an educator of 5 years, she's cultivated ways to help dental hygiene students have better understanding of their curriculum. Game-based learning is something she hopes to implement in dental hygiene programs as an efficient and modernized learning method. She's someone you want to keep up with if you're a Future RDH!

Timestamps: 

(00:00) Maggie’s RDH Origin Story

(06:16) Dental Hygiene Educator and Tutor 

(15:43) The Importance of Shadowing a Dental Hygienist 

(23:32) From Homeschooling to Dental Hygiene School 

(30:17) Maggie’s Best Tip for Dental Hygiene Students 

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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Shelley Brown joins me on this episode to share her dental hygiene journey from struggling to get accepted into a program to now, being an educator in Utah and practicing as a public health hygienist! She's done so much for the dental hygiene community and continues to expand her functions to propel this career forward. Find all of her latest educational material on her website www.shelley.dental.

Timestamps:

(01:40) Shelley’s RDH Origin Story

(11:23) Struggling to Get Accepted into Dental Hygiene School

(18:16) Paying for Dental Hygiene School

(24:45) Shelley’s Struggles As a Dental Hygiene Student 

(27:23) Tips for Admissions and Dental Hygiene School 

(03:39) Shelley’s Fav Memory from Dental Hygiene School

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My favorite RDH origin stories are the ones of people who didn't originally plan to become dental hygienists and somehow fell into it and end up loving this career. That was the case for Wafaa, @the_hijabi_hygienist, an influencer hygienist practicing clinically for 9 years now. She faced challenges in her pre-req classes as a pre-med student, and just so happened to be getting orthodontic treatment at the university she was attending when she realized dentistry piqued her interest. She conveniently had all the classes she needed to apply for the dental hygiene program and ended up getting in on her first try. Right after gaining her license, she decided to jump into the dental hygiene master's of science program with aspirations of becoming an educator in the future. Wafaa admits to facing challenges through her schooling, but is glad she persevered and enjoys her career in dental hygiene as well as helping her followers become RDHs! 

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro 

(01:22) Wafaa’s RDH Origin Story

(05:40) Transition from Pre-Requisites to Dental Hygiene School

(18:36) Overcoming Struggles in Dental Hygiene School

(23:03) Why Shadowing a Dental Hygienist is Important 

(27:17) Memorable Times in Dental Hygiene School 

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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Dental hygiene programs require students to be up to date on all their vaccines and submit their records prior to starting school. This episode focuses on what vaccines your dental hygiene program will most likely require and where you can go to access your records. It's so important to start this process early in your application process to avoid delays in starting dental hygiene school or being denied entirely! 

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(02:22) Vaccines Needed for Dental Hygiene School

(03:57) Where to Find Your Vaccine Records

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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Florie Mancilla is a dental hygienist in California with experience as a dental assistant and dental hygiene instructor, public health hygienist, and laser trainer. She became a dental assistant and did that for 10 years before fulfilling her dream of going to dental hygiene school. As a first-generation college student, she figured out a lot of the college process on her own yet still managed to pay for her pre-req courses, do volunteer work, and achieve a 3.1 GPA. In this episode, we highlighted what it has been like for Florie to pay off her student loans in hopes of educating students on the unexpected with loan forgiveness programs. 

Timestamps:

(00:00) Florie’s RDH Origin Story 

(11:18) Dental Hygiene School for Florie 

(17:17) Paying Dental Hygiene Tuition 

(18:06) An Unfortunate Series of Events for Florie 

(33:04) Building a Community in Dental Hygiene

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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Ever wondered how to provide dental hygiene care to patients with cancer? Jill is a dental hygienist who recognized the limited course material she was given in school when caring for cancer patients and sought to learn more. Her passion stems from seeing her mom's oral health suffer after her breast cancer diagnosis. Jill founded Side Effect Support, an online resource for both dental professionals and patients wanting to learn more about managing oral care with cancer. Our conversation today covers her mission, tips for the Future RDH, her experience working two jobs while in dental hygiene school, and more!

Timestamps:

(00:00) Jill’s RDH Origin Story 

(02:22) Working for WaterPik and Side Effect Support

(08:20) Treating Cancer Patients in Dental Hygiene 

(13:46) Dental Hygienists Working in Hospital Settings 

(16:24) Associates in Dental Hygiene 

(20:39) Working While in Dental Hygiene School

(23:01) Advice for the Future RDH

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

🟠 Thank you to our sponsor, StudentRDH! Head to www.studentrdh.com for all of your board prep needs!

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Future RDHs who have been listening to my podcast for a while know I am a huge advocate for scholarships and encourage all students to apply to as many as possible. But I also want to shed light on scholarship scams and how students can avoid them. Listen now to learn some of the red flags you can look out for when applying to scholarships. 

Timestamps:

(00:00) Applying to Scholarships 

(02:33) Scams in Scholarships 

(05:43) Using Your Passions in Scholarship Applications 

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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The transition from dental hygiene school and working in a dental practice may sound overwhelming. If this sounds like something you're experiencing, you're in the right place! In this episode, I talk about all the things I wish someone had told me when entering the dental field as a new grad. You'll find advice on interviewing, when to leave an office, personal finances, clinical advice, and more! 

Timestamps: 

(00:00) Intro

(01:17) Questions to Ask in Dental Hygiene Job Interviews 

(03:34) When to Leave a Dental Office

(09:01) Personal Finances after Dental Hygiene School

(12:06) Tips for Placing Sealants

(14:25) Transitioning Between Cavitron and Piezo Equipment 

(21:41) Tips for Giving Patients Oral Hygiene Instructions

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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Future RDH's, finals week is just around the corner and the stress is probably starting to kick in. Trust me, I've been there before, and I get that it can be overwhelming so I've put together my best tips for students to follow so they can be successful on their finals. They're simple and easy to implement, so make sure you tune in to get motivated and in your best headspace. Best of luck on finals!!

Timestamps: 

(00:00) Starting Strong In Dental Hygiene School 

(02:39) What to Focus on for Finals Week

(05:20) No More Passive Studying 

(08:20) The Power of Vitamin D

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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This episode is the second and final part of my interview with Makya Smith, the first student to receive the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship! In this episode, you'll get to learn how Makya lost access to her full-ride scholarship halfway through dental hygiene school and still managed to graduate with zero debt! I love her perspective on receiving scholarships because it allows her to be more committed to her education. We are honored to support her in her dental hygiene journey and hope this motivates students to apply for as many scholarships as possible while in school! 

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro 

(01:16) Finances in Dental Hygiene School

(07:44) Figuring Out Life Before School 

(09:16) Dedicating Time to Scholarship Applications 

(11:34) Applying to Dental Hygiene Programs 

(14:59) Time-Management TIps 

(16:27) Learning Clinical Skills 

(19:24) Advice for Future DH Students 

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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Congratulations to Makya for being the first Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship recipient!! We're celebrating with two episodes dedicated to sharing her story and showcasing her dedication to helping others. Before dental hygiene school, Makya spent three years volunteering with YWAM Medical Ships as a dental clinic manager, helping to provide dental services to underserved communities in Papua New Guinea. She talks about how excited she is to graduate from hygiene school so she can apply her skills to help others. It's exciting to see students like Makya who are so passionate about their future careers in dental hygiene and how it will allow them to better the lives of so many people! 

Timestamps: 

(00:00) Intro

(02:43) Makya’s RDH Origin Story 

(09:17) Serving Your Community as a Hygienist 

(11:05) Her Timeline from High School to Hygiene School 

(13:33) Scope of Practice for Hygienists in Oregan 

(16:28) Choosing a Hygiene Program 

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

🟠 Thank you to our sponsor, StudentRDH! Head to www.studentrdh.com for all of your board prep needs!

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Brittany Cox, a dental hygienist for 10 years, joins me on this episode to talk about her career. She graduated DH school at the age of 19 while raising a toddler and working full-time! As if that wasn't impressive enough, she recently graduated with a Master of Arts in oral health promotion and has become a key leader in implementing sustainability in the dental field. Her drive to continue learning to provide the best care for her patients is inspiring and her story is one that all future RDH's should hear! 

Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE. Looking for NBDHE prep? Become a VIP StudentRDH member today: https://www.studentrdh.com/?rfsn=8529631.46e55d  

Timestamps:

(00:00) Brittany’s RDH Origin Story 

(06:08) Sustainability in Dentistry 

(14:28) Masters in Oral Health Promotion 

(23:38) Her Dental Hygiene School Experiences

(30:24) Advice for Students

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🟠 Need Help on Your Journey? Check out www.dentalhygienebasics.com to see all of our services and scholarships! Whether you are applying or recently accepted, we got you!

🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

🟠 Thank you to our sponsor, StudentRDH! Head to www.studentrdh.com for all of your board prep needs!

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Building foundational knowledge is key to being successful in school, especially in dental hygiene school, where all the topics overlap with each other. I've dedicated this episode to explaining why it's important and tips on implementing this into your study routine. As a former educator at several dental hygiene programs and tutor for the DH national board exam, I've seen a pattern in students of those who succeed and those who fail and struggle in the classroom. Students who perform well tend to have a good foundational knowledge of these topics, helping them to connect the dots and think critically. Tune in for my best tips on building foundational knowledge. 

Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email: DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE. Looking for NBDHE prep? Become a VIP StudentRDH member today: https://www.studentrdh.com/?rfsn=8529631.46e55d

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(01:55) Monitoring Your Grades in Dental Hygiene School

(05:04) The Best Way to Learn in Class

(08:48) Building a Foundational Knowledge 

(12:10) Using Active Recall to Study

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🟠 Need Help on Your Journey? Check out www.dentalhygienebasics.com to see all of our services and scholarships! Whether you are applying or recently accepted, we got you!

🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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Heather DeJonge joins me on this episode to share her journey in dental hygiene and how she's become known as The Relaxed Hygienist! Her self-proclaimed title is earned through years of working on herself and regaining her mental and physical health to achieve a more relaxed lifestyle. We cover all topics relating to burnout, stress, and the long-term effects of neglecting your health. She has some amazing stress management tips that I personally think everyone could benefit from! Find her on YouTube and Instagram @the_relaxed_hygienist.

Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE. Looking for NBDHE prep? Become a VIP StudentRDH member today: https://www.studentrdh.com/?rfsn=8529631.46e55d 

Timestamps:

(00:00) Heather’s RDH Origin Story 

(05:26) How Her Health Issues Allowed Her to Help Others

(14:49) Radical Self-Care

(23:32) Being Proactive in Preventing Burnout 

(31:14) Daily Tips for Stress Management 

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🟠 Need Help on Your Journey? Check out www.dentalhygienebasics.com to see all of our services and scholarships! Whether you are applying or recently accepted, we got you!

🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

🟠 Thank you to our sponsor, StudentRDH! Head to www.studentrdh.com for all of your board prep needs!

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In this episode, you can hear all about Jazmine's amazing dental hygiene career and how she founded a dental hygiene-independent practice in the state of New Mexico! She's been a practicing RDH for ten years, with experience as an educator and recently took over a dental business development company, Dental HyGenius. Jazmine has found many outlets in this profession that I'm excited to share with you all. I love sharing the different ways you can use your RDH license and truly believe every dental hygienist can find their own niche. Thank you again, Jazmine, for your donation to the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship! 

Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE.  Looking for NBDHE prep? Become a VIP StudentRDH member today: https://www.studentrdh.com/?rfsn=8529631.46e55d

Timestamps:

(00:00) Jazmine’s RDH Origin Story 

(02:27) Her Dental Hygiene Practice 

(12:14) The Oral-Systemic Link

(14:29) New Mom in Dental Hygiene School 

(19:38) Struggles Jazmine Noticed in DH Students

(25:50) How Her Hygiene Office Works

(30:10) Lessons Learned and Advice in Dental Hygiene School

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🟠 Need Help on Your Journey? Check out www.dentalhygienebasics.com to see all of our services and scholarships! Whether you are applying or recently accepted, we got you!

🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

🟠 Thank you to our sponsor, StudentRDH! Head to www.studentrdh.com for all of your board prep needs!

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Jose is back again to host his second episode with guest Maria Paula Rodriguez, his dental hygiene classmate from NYU! Maria Paula works as a clinical hygienist in both general and pediatric dentistry; she loves that dental hygiene allows her schedule to be versatile and can switch up where she's working throughout the week! Originally from Venezuela, she explains what it was like for her to start college here, and how her journey led her to dental hygiene. Jose and Maria Paula also discuss differences between bachelors and associates in dental hygiene, different working environments for dental hygienists, and tips for new grads applying for jobs! 

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro with Dana and Jose

(05:19) Maria Paula’s RDH Origin Story 

(11:46) Bachelor’s vs. Associate’s Degree in Dental Hygiene

(12:49) From Dental Hygiene School to Working Clinically 

(20:02) Tips for New Grad Hygienists

(23:12) Interviewing for Clinical Dental Hygiene Jobs

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🟠 Need Help on Your Journey? Check out www.dentalhygienebasics.com to see all of our services and scholarships! Whether you are applying or recently accepted, we got you!

🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

🟠 Thank you to our sponsor, StudentRDH! Head to www.studentrdh.com for all of your board prep needs!

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This episode features Angy, a travel RDH who is a learning and development manager with Cloud Dentistry, the online staffing platform! She shares her arduous but inspiring journey to becoming a dental hygienist. As a DACA recipient, she had to navigate paying for school out of pocket and taking the national boards without U.S. citizenship. Angy also worked 40-hour work weeks throughout her two years in dental hygiene school. Working night shifts and then being at school from 8-5 right after deserves some praise! She didn't have it easy in dental hygiene school but it shows that anything is possible with enough drive and motivation. She is a true rockstar! 

Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE. Looking for NBDHE prep? Become a VIP StudentRDH member today: https://www.studentrdh.com/?rfsn=8529631.46e55d

Timestamps: 

(00:00) Angy’s RDH Origin Story 

(03:43) Pre Reqs and GPAs

(07:41) Getting into DH School

(11:25) Paying Tuition 

(17:21) Working Full Time in Dental Hygiene School 

(21:53) Support from Dental Hygiene Instructors 

(25:45) Angy’s Personal Struggles in School

(28:04) DACA and taking the National Boards 

(35:34) Tips for Dental Hygiene Students 

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🟠 Need Help on Your Journey? Check out www.dentalhygienebasics.com to see all of our services and scholarships! Whether you are applying or recently accepted, we got you!

🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

🟠 Thank you to our sponsor, StudentRDH! Head to www.studentrdh.com for all of your board prep needs!

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Marisa Kibiersza, known as the financial hygienist on Instagram, joins me on this episode to share her experience of becoming a dental hygienist with a passion for personal finance. We delved into the topic of finance as a dental hygiene student as well as post-licensing to hopefully educate future RDHs on a topic that is not commonly explored in our profession. She shares how she got a bachelor of science in biology with the intentional plan of becoming a physical therapist. After some unexpected life changes, she found herself attending an associate's program for dental hygiene at the College of Lake County in Illinois. Marisa is a clinical hygienist who aims to help future and current hygienists with their financial goals; I can't thank her enough for her donation to the DHB Scholarship!! Make sure to submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email: DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE. Looking for NBDHE prep? Become a VIP StudentRDH member today HERE.

Timestamps: 

(00:00) Marisa’s RDH Origin Story 

(08:23) Her Current Roles 

(11:00) Finances in DH School 

(18:30) Money Advice for New Grads 

(29:00) Adversities Marisa Faced in School

(31:47) Rewarding Memories from School

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🟠 Need Help on Your Journey? Check out www.dentalhygienebasics.com to see all of our services and scholarships! Whether you are applying or recently accepted, we got you!

🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

🟠 Thank you to our sponsor, StudentRDH! Head to www.studentrdh.com for all of your board prep needs!

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Some dental hygiene programs require applicants to take a TEAS test, an exam commonly used for nursing school applications. My goal with this episode was to help guide students who aren't sure where to get started when preparing for this exam. There are several tips and resources in this episode so make sure you give it a listen!

Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE.

Timestamps:

(00:00) TEAS Test Layout

(01:30) Preparing for the Exam

(02:24) Resources for Studying

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

🟠 Thank you to our sponsor, StudentRDH! Head to www.studentrdh.com for all of your board prep needs!

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My guest speaker on this episode, Daisy, shares her amazing story of becoming a dental hygienist. She practices hygiene in the state of Washington, working part-time so she can focus on her brand and marketing. Daisy and I shared a great conversation about finances and how she covered school costs; spoiler- she was the recipient of 10 scholarships! Her story is especially inspiring as she is a first-generation college student raised in a single-parent household. Future RDH's, you don't want to miss this episode!

Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email: DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Daisy’s RDH Origin Story

(03:29) Side Hustles through Hygiene School

(05:18) Temping as a Hygienist

(09:21) Dental Assisting Experience

(10:37) Finances through College

(20:03) Daisy’s Advice for Financial Aid

(23:10) GPA Before Hygiene School

(28:40) Struggles in Clinic

(38:00) Her Favorite Mems in School

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🟠 Need Help on Your Journey? Check out www.dentalhygienebasics.com to see all of our services and scholarships! Whether you are applying or recently accepted, we got you!

🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

🟠 Thank you to our sponsor, StudentRDH! Head to www.studentrdh.com for all of your board prep needs!

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This episode might win for the best RDH Origin Story on the podcast. Amber D'Andrea joined me to talk about how she ended up in dental hygiene despite originally wanting to become an RN- it's a crazy story that I'm excited for you to hear! She also shares the experience she had in the dental hygiene program at the College of DuPage in Illinois, which allowed her to obtain a bachelor's degree by completing one extra year of schooling. She later earned her MBA and now works with the dental networking platform Cloud Dentistry to help students and practicing RDHs. Stay tuned until the end to hear her advice for hygiene students!

Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Amber’s RDH Origin Story

(11:08) Choosing Between Programs

(14:07) Paying for Dental Hygiene School

(17:14) Adjusting to Being in School Full-Time

(20:20) Amber’s Best Advice for Students

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Jose has recently graduated from dental hygiene school at NYU's associate's program and plans to continue his education by getting a bachelor's in health promotion and education. He talks about how his major in arts helped him appreciate the field of dentistry when he worked as an orthodontics dental assistant. This clinical experience helped him stand out on his application since his GPA wasn't as high as he hoped. Despite not getting accepted into a program on his first try, Jose made the most of his education in dental hygiene school. He was class president and was a member of several associations during his schooling. I found his story really motivating, especially for future hygiene students who are feeling stuck in their journey.

Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Jose’s RDH Origin Story

(03:46) Using Sales Experience in Dental Hygiene

(13:16) Low GPA on Application

(14:13) His Interview for School

(18:38) Bachelor in Health Promotion and Education

(23:40) Paying for School

(31:02) Jose’s Advice for Students

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It's no secret what working in dentistry can do to your body long term... but a topic that isn't talked about enough is noise fatigue. This episode focuses on how noise fatigue is common in the dental office and how it affects both our ear health as well as our mental health. Do you want to know the simple solution to this? Give this episode a listen right now!

Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(02:02) Long-Term Effects of Noise Fatigue

(03:15) Protecting Your Ears

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In today's episode, Maryam shares her personal struggles to get through dental hygiene school including the struggles of English not being her first language and how that affected her application. She got into hygiene school on the 4th try and has loved the career since! She's doing amazing things in this profession by writing articles and being a trainer on innovative technology. I found her story so motivational and I think you will too!

Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Maryam’s RDH Origin Story

(07:21) Her Career in Dental Hygiene

(09:53) Applying to Hygiene School

(12:27) Struggles of Being Bilingual

(18:43) Staying Motivated During Gap Years

(22:25) Graduating Debt-Free

(25:56) Associates in Dental Hygiene

(30:52) “Never Treat a Stranger”

(32:28) Favorite Memory in School

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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Matthew @the_guygienist joins me on this episode to talk about his experience as a senior in dental hygiene school. It's amazing how many connections he's made so far within the dental community before even graduating! Matthew is attending an accelerated 2-year program that includes some pre-requisite courses and, although the breaks between semesters are minimal, he still finds time to work part-time as a dental assistant, apply for scholarships, and attend dental conferences like RDH Under One Roof! I can tell you right now, this GUYgienist is going places!

Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(01:18) Matthew’s RDH Origin Story

(07:35) Applying to Hygiene School

(12:30) Dental Assisting Experience

(16:08) Paying for School

(19:20) Managing Time

(22:10) Giving Yourself Grace

(27:28) RDH Under One Roof

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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I love sharing stories of dental hygienists who have carved out a new path in this profession for themselves. Carl Demadema, CEO of Dente Media, shares his amazing story of attending oral hygiene school in South Africa where he was assigned a school project assignment and ended up founding Dente Magazine! This really unique story is a great one and he also offers some invaluable advice for dental hygiene students.

Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(10:30) Carl’s Oral Health Program

(15:12) Jobs for Hygienists in South Africa

(16:58) Paying for Hygiene School

(22:22) The Rigors of Carl’s Program

(26:59) Three Pearls of Wisdom

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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Jose, a guest on the podcast back in February, is back on this episode to host his very first podcast episode with guest Shelby Wagenman! It's no surprise that we dental hygienists love to nerd out about patient education, so you can expect to hear some great oral hygiene instruction tips from Jose and Shelby in this episode. Another one of the great topics covered was how Shelby overcame the struggle of finding patients for dental hygiene school in a new city. She shared some great tips that haven't been covered on the podcast yet that I'm excited to share with you. Give Jose and Shelby a follow on Instagram: @journeytodentalhygiene @shelbyy.rdh 

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro with Dana and Jose

(06:10) Shelby RDH Intro

(11:01) Oral Hygiene Instruction Tips

(25:45) Finding Patients in Dental Hygiene School 

(30:34) Deciding Between Two Dental Hygiene Programs

(33:40) Best Memory in Dental Hygiene School and A Tip for Students

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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This BONUS episode features Teacher Tina, a dental hygiene educator, published author, speaker, and educator. She wears many hats but also has an incredible wealth of knowledge on local anesthetics in dentistry. Teacher Tina is a great resource for both dental hygiene students and registered dental hygienists looking to get certified in local anesthetic- which is why we are partnering together for A Night with Teacher Tina! This event includes three giveaways and a presentation by Teacher Tina about local anesthesia. Registration fees will help fundraise for the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship Fund so we can keep giving back to future RDH's. Register for the webinar HERE. Make sure to check out Teacher Tina's website as well with the following link: https://www.teachertinardh.com/

Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request.

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Timestamps: 

(00:00) Intro

(02:08) Tina’s RDH Origin Story

(03:17) Practicing Hygiene, Instructing, and Local Anesthetic

(09:57) Working in Dental Hygiene School

(13:43) Advice for Students

(19:19) Teaching Local Anesthetic 

(29:37) Good Memories in Hygiene School

(34:34) Collaboration Coming Soon!

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🟠 Need Help on Your Journey? Check out www.dentalhygienebasics.com to see all of our services and scholarships! Whether you are applying or recently accepted, we got you!

🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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Do you ever feel like you’re not living in the moment? It’s probably because you need to “Do Less.” And doing less isn’t what you think it is- I'm not telling you to quit everything you’re doing or do the bare minimum. It simply comes down to living in the moment you are in presently, allowing yourself to enjoy the now instead of worrying about what happened 5 minutes prior or whatever task you have ahead of you. The concept of doing less can actually take you more places because- once you master this skill- you’ll feel less burnt out, less stressed, and more satisfied with yourself. Trust me when I say this isn’t something you learn to do overnight- in fact, it’s still something I’m working on after years of practice! I’ve seen a drastic change in my mental health and overall happiness by doing less, taking a step back, and reminding myself to be present and calm. The truth is, no one can work at full efficiency 24/7 without reaching a breaking point so my best advice to dental hygiene students is to master how to do less. Learn all about it in this episode!

Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE.

Timestamps:

(00:00) The Art of Doing Less

(06:33) Starting Your Day Right

(11:49) Being Present in the Classroom

(13:30) Managing Stress in Clinic

(18:14) Taking Control of Yourself Internally

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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Maryam is an RDH in Canada who currently works as an instructor for dental assisting students while also creating her very own dental hygiene practice! This episode is great for all the future AND current RDHs because we cover so many good topics, including different working environments available for dental hygienists, bachelor's completion programs, and paying for schooling. I learned a few things from Maryam and I think you will too!

Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(03:38) Maryam’s Current Role

(06:50) DH Bachelor’s Completion Program

(09:16) Autonomy in Dental Hygiene

(15:14) Dental Hygiene School Application

(21:07) Tuition for Dental Hygiene School

(24:31) Finding Patients for Dental Hygiene School

(31:05) Advice for Dental Hygiene Students

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🟠 Need Help on Your Journey? Check out www.dentalhygienebasics.com to see all of our services and scholarships! Whether you are applying or recently accepted, we got you!

🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

🟠 Thank you to our sponsor, StudentRDH! Head to www.studentrdh.com for all of your board prep needs!

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Leah Hargrove is a dental hygienist in Tennessee who is a strong advocate for mental health support. She's hit a few bumps in the road to get where she is now but is so open about her story! Her goal is to help future dental hygiene students avoid the issues she's had trying to obtain her bachelor's after becoming a hygienist. Learn more about finding the right dental hygiene program for you on this episode!

Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Leah's RDH Origin Story

(07:57) The Pros of Her Program

(10:35) The Con of Her Program

(17:45) Her Loan Repayment Journey

(27:49) Leah's Best Advice

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

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Josie Jasperson, creator of Study Pass RDH is my guest today and shares her path to becoming a dental hygienist. She truly has the heart of a teacher and is passionate about getting students ready to ace the NBDHE by providing FREE practice questions on Instagram every single day! She also has an affordable study-prep program for students preparing for the national board exam available on her website. Josie remembers wanting to use her knowledge of dental hygiene to educate others early in school and when she graduated during the COVID-19 pandemic, she took the opportunity to establish her brand Study Pass RDH. She has an incredible story that you don't want to miss!

Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(02:05) Josie’s RDH Origin Story

(14:47) Choosing a Bachelors Program

(17:34) Her Side Hustle in School

(19:04) Study Methods

(28:08) The Creation of Study Pass RDH

(39:49) Josie’s Advice to DH Students

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

🟠 Thank you to our sponsor, StudentRDH! Head to www.studentrdh.com for all of your board prep needs!

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It's no surprise that dental hygiene school is tough. High levels of stress can induce anxiety and you should be equipped with the tools on how to manage it if you ever experience it! I personally had severe anxiety through school and want to share how I was able to destress in an efficient and easy manner. These are simple ways you can bring your body out of the "fight or flight" mode and into a calm state.

Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(01:17) Box Breathing Method

(03:38) Writing/Journaling Your Thoughts

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🟠 Support Future Hygienists! A portion of our proceeds funds the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship, helping aspiring RDHs achieve their goals. Learn more at www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarship.

🟠 Thank you to our sponsor, StudentRDH! Head to www.studentrdh.com for all of your board prep needs!

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