Oh my gosh! So my dental hygienist referred me to your channel and I am SO excited that she did! I am applying to school for next fall so that I, too, can help save people's smiles! Thank you so much for your energy and super fun, informative content! SO exciting!!! :)
so happy to hear that!!! thank you for watching and wishing you the best on your DH journey! here is my video specifically for high schoolers hope this helps: teethtalkgirl.com/rdh/high-school-to-become-a-hygienist?rq=high%20school
I am about to finish my first semester of hygiene school! 🙌🏻 All of our lecture courses are online due to Covid, and we only go into the clinic 2 days a week! ✌🏻💜🦷
I will be applying to a dental hygiene program and my area and I was wondering if you could inform on how your application process went...What was your program's application requirements and how did you stand with those requirements? (GPA, prior experience etc.)
That's amazing to have that opinion. I got a Science degree and passed the dental hygiene entry exam, but l had to give up since the program was all in person 5 days a week and that would Stop me from working and got bills to pay . That's the problem with all these medical programs, since you don't make a lot 70-80 a year, they also want to keep you in depth so you don't work for the two years you are in school, then you end up still doing loans. I paid off my signs degree while I was in school because I was able to work and I have no student loans. I'm now planning on getting a bachelor's degree in business since I have my own company , but l really wanted dental hygiene because it is fun.
I currently have a bachelors degree in finance, but came to the conclusion it’s not for me. The Dental hygienist career caught my eye, but I’m unsure if I would be accepted in such a competitive program.
I will be applying to a dental hygiene program and my area and I was wondering if you could inform on how your application process went...What was your program's application requirements and how did you stand with those requirements? (GPA, prior experience etc.)
@@Tarhell4eva I had to apply to my program in January of 2020 to be admitted in August. I had several prerequisites that I had to complete or be enrolled in before I could apply. Some of those were anatomy, chemistry and a lab, composition 1 and 2, microbiology and a lab, communications, psychology, and sociology! Hope that helps! The school you are enrolled in should have something about their dental hygiene program on their website and should include info about what classes you need to take and the application process :)
@@Tarhell4eva also, I didn’t have any dental experience. It may help you out if you do though just with the material, but it won’t affect your chance of getting into the program. And I think I had to maintain a 3.0 and have C’s or higher in the prerequisites
@@sarahmontgomery6781 Thanks for your input! :) I've checked my requirements for the application but I don't feel confident that my grades are high enough to compete with other applicants. Our program is a point system just from co-requisite classes and I have averaged about a 3.3 GPA in those classes. I guess my reason for asking was because I wanted to know how well you did for you to be accepted in your program. Thanks again!! :)
@@Tarhell4eva yeah, no problem! My program has 40 seats. I’m not sure how many people applied, but I did have really good grades, so I wasn’t worried about getting in.
Did you go to community college for your associates? Does it make it harder to get accepted for a job position because someone has an associates in community college opposed to someone who goes to university?
I came across your channel today actually because I have been trying to plan my route for my dental career. I want to become a dentist, but of course I want a well paying job to help me on the way to achieving that goal. So I have been looking into becoming a dental hygienist while I work my way up, but I am still unsure how I should approach this. Do you have any tips or routes you personally think I should take? Thank you for the video! :)
I feel you. I had the same exact thought but the second I try to talk about it in college with my advisor or career counselor they started talking about how both careers are different, and just discourages me really badly😅
So you had all that coursework completed and still had to sit through another 2 years of school? I was hopeful that since im in the same boat, that i could graduate faster
Big fan could you please make a video about the scope and job opportunities in the future being a dentist as well as a dental hygienist,which places are expected for dental demand in more numbers would be a good content you could provide cheers..
yes! totally will make more videos about that! until then, I have my DH hub on my website that has lots of that info! hope this helps: teethtalkgirl.com/rdh
Hey! First of all, thank you for making these videos, they're so helpful to people like me :) So I am a junior studying to get my Psychology Degree in a 4-year university. (this was bcs I love psychology). I was thinking about getting an associate's in dental hygiene after I graduate but my college advisor said I shouldn't bcs it's not right to go for an associate's degree after getting your bachelor's ("it is a step down" she said, mind you, she was a dental hygienist for 15 years before becoming an advisor). Since you did the same thing can you please share with me what was going on in your mind while making that decision? and was it worth it? literally, anything that helped you make this decision of becoming a hygienist? would you advise me to do the same or not?
sooo interesting!!! so, maybe it can depend on the location in which you attend school? but in my area - I had several students in DH school with me (an associates program) where we all already had our bachelors. also - once it's on your resume - I can only see the benefits of having two degrees & can't think of any negatives. but that's just my opinion! hope this helps! wishing you the best in whichever you choose!!!
ALSO I think it's great - if anyone asked why you chose DH after a bachelors in something else - you now have a good story as to finding your passion for DH!
Whitney I have a question I love your videos as always your the best. Do you have to have your Dental Hygiene Degree in order to be a dental therapist? Could you have your BS and also a RDH and then apply to be a dental therapist?
Is it normal that I get tartar build up two weeks after a dental cleaning ? I brush my teeth 3x everyday and floss and use mouthwash every day/night. ( My dentist is always pleased about that. 😊) Is it common to get tartar despite having a good oral hygiene?
hello! I would like to know that if I already got a Higher Diploma in dental hygiene and a Advanced Diploma in Dental Therapy in Hong Kong. What courses or any exams that I still need to take to become a registered dental hygienist in US? I am glad to hear your reply，thank you so much!
Hello, thanks for the video. Also, if you're taking an associate's at a community college, does that college need to be accredited by the CODA or other Dental Board for you to be accepted?
@@TeethTalk thank you! Also can I go to community college to complete my pre req in associate degree and not apply to any program, but apply when I transfer to a university for bachelor?
congrats! that is so great! and yes you can as long as you have all the prerequisites for dental school. most likely you'll need to take some additional classes during your undergrad :) hope this helps! also - always check with the admissions of your intended school for exact details!
Hi! I recently got interested in dental hygiene. I found a program that claims to be 18 months. The websites claim that it is a accredit and that you could obtain an associates degree in dental hygiene. Do you think this is a legitimate school? Most school I know are at least 24 months so I don’t know if this is a shady school or not. I really don’t know much and have tried to do as much research as I could 😅
hi friend! there are definitely accelerated programs - so it is possible! my best advice would be to call the admissions and confirm it's accredited. also - I have a list of accredited DH schools on my website (updated in 2020 still waiting on 2021 so if it's new it may not yet be on the list) - hope this helps: teethtalkgirl.com/rdh
@@TeethTalk wow literally the thing I been researching for about for two days was the first thing I saw in your website! I wish I saw this earlier it would have made my life so much easier but thank you thank you thank you! I have my undergrad degree but I don’t know what to do with it now and was really scared. This has given me so much relief 🥺
Hello! I have an unrelated bachelor’s degree and am thinking of becoming a dental hygienist. Do you think it makes more sense to get a masters or go back for associates? Would I need any prerequisites for associates or is that only for masters? I have no debt and would like to take out as minimal loans as possible.
hi friend! most RDH master programs require a dental hygiene license to apply (meaning you'd need to attend AS or BS in DH prior to applying)! always check the individual program's requirements but hope this helps!
Hello ma’am i do have a question hope you can help me🙏i am a nurse and planning to apply be a dental hygienist(associates) how long will it take me to complete the course?
it depends on the program itself (and whether it's a university or a college) and the location as well - but most schools will post their tuition estimates on their websites! hope this helps!
Hello there, So l am really overwhelmed because l am a high school senior and wanted to majored in dental hygiene but don't know how to begin? trying to find what course to take? which degree is the best? where to apply for collage ? So could you please help me?
here's my video for high schoolers: ruclips.net/video/_sMOhUgOXK4/видео.html and my Free RDH Video Checklist: bit.ly/rdh-video-checklist hope these help :)
Hi, I came across ur videos while searching like" what to do after doing a master's degree in dentistry in India.. So, after doing my masters in India, what course will be suitable in USA or DH is one good option... Cuz I have been looking for courses I cudnt get anything appropriate.. It wud be helpful if I get ur expert advice...
Mam,,, I have diploma in dental hygienist and I have done in India my career... If there any chance to get a job in foreign Or Arabian countries.. Plz reply
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Oh my gosh! So my dental hygienist referred me to your channel and I am SO excited that she did!
I am applying to school for next fall so that I, too, can help save people's smiles!
Thank you so much for your energy and super fun, informative content!
SO exciting!!! :)
!!!! thank you for commenting this! so happy you're here :) wishing you the best on your DH journey :) :) :)
Do dental Hygienist or therapist do fillings ?
As a highchool student senior I am really considering in going to college for a dental hygienest. Your channel has helped me a lot in my decision!
so happy to hear that!!! thank you for watching and wishing you the best on your DH journey! here is my video specifically for high schoolers hope this helps: teethtalkgirl.com/rdh/high-school-to-become-a-hygienist?rq=high%20school
Hi i am a senior looking into RDH. Are you in the DH program?
I am about to finish my first semester of hygiene school! 🙌🏻 All of our lecture courses are online due to Covid, and we only go into the clinic 2 days a week! ✌🏻💜🦷
I will be applying to a dental hygiene program and my area and I was wondering if you could inform on how your application process went...What was your program's application requirements and how did you stand with those requirements? (GPA, prior experience etc.)
How is the classes
Hey, what is something you recommend to major in to get most prerequisites classes completed?
What was the online program ???
That's amazing to have that opinion. I got a Science degree and passed the dental hygiene entry exam, but l had to give up since the program was all in person 5 days a week and that would Stop me from working and got bills to pay . That's the problem with all these medical programs, since you don't make a lot 70-80 a year, they also want to keep you in depth so you don't work for the two years you are in school, then you end up still doing loans. I paid off my signs degree while I was in school because I was able to work and I have no student loans. I'm now planning on getting a bachelor's degree in business since I have my own company , but l really wanted dental hygiene because it is fun.
Currently in my last year of dental assistent school. I applied to dental hygiene for next year..praying for them to accept me🥺♥️🦷
yay yes! sending all the positive toothy vibes your way! you got this :)
@@TeethTalk OMGG YOU ACTUALLY REPLIEDD HAHA THAANK YOU SO MUCHH THIS MEANS A LOT TO ME ♥️♥️♥️
@@elik.a.5329 she always replied but sometimes she doesn't, I hope that they accept you
@@janiyaaliza9344 Ur rightt I was just in shock because I never comment on video’s haha. Thank you so muchh
Did they accept you and did assailant school helped u for HYGENE school
They don't dental hygienist masters here in Jamaica but they have a masters in dental therapy and requirements are a degree in dental hygiene
I currently have a bachelors degree in finance, but came to the conclusion it’s not for me. The Dental hygienist career caught my eye, but I’m unsure if I would be accepted in such a competitive program.
You wasted 4 years n a degree to say it’s not for you ? Wow
Almost done with my first semester of dental hygiene school❤️
I will be applying to a dental hygiene program and my area and I was wondering if you could inform on how your application process went...What was your program's application requirements and how did you stand with those requirements? (GPA, prior experience etc.)
@@Tarhell4eva I had to apply to my program in January of 2020 to be admitted in August. I had several prerequisites that I had to complete or be enrolled in before I could apply. Some of those were anatomy, chemistry and a lab, composition 1 and 2, microbiology and a lab, communications, psychology, and sociology! Hope that helps! The school you are enrolled in should have something about their dental hygiene program on their website and should include info about what classes you need to take and the application process :)
@@Tarhell4eva also, I didn’t have any dental experience. It may help you out if you do though just with the material, but it won’t affect your chance of getting into the program. And I think I had to maintain a 3.0 and have C’s or higher in the prerequisites
@@sarahmontgomery6781 Thanks for your input! :) I've checked my requirements for the application but I don't feel confident that my grades are high enough to compete with other applicants. Our program is a point system just from co-requisite classes and I have averaged about a 3.3 GPA in those classes. I guess my reason for asking was because I wanted to know how well you did for you to be accepted in your program. Thanks again!! :)
@@Tarhell4eva yeah, no problem! My program has 40 seats. I’m not sure how many people applied, but I did have really good grades, so I wasn’t worried about getting in.
I'm working in amazon and they have career choice for me to go to dental hygienist. I might go ahead and pursue this.
Without any college?
What exactly does Amazon do
Hey, did you decide to do it?
I love all of your videos you are such an inspiration thank you for sharing 🥰
thank you for watching! and commenting kind!
I literally love your channel it is awesome
THANK YOU so much for this kind comment :) and for being here :) !
Did you go to community college for your associates? Does it make it harder to get accepted for a job position because someone has an associates in community college opposed to someone who goes to university?
I came across your channel today actually because I have been trying to plan my route for my dental career. I want to become a dentist, but of course I want a well paying job to help me on the way to achieving that goal. So I have been looking into becoming a dental hygienist while I work my way up, but I am still unsure how I should approach this. Do you have any tips or routes you personally think I should take? Thank you for the video! :)
I feel you. I had the same exact thought but the second I try to talk about it in college with my advisor or career counselor they started talking about how both careers are different, and just discourages me really badly😅
So you had all that coursework completed and still had to sit through another 2 years of school? I was hopeful that since im in the same boat, that i could graduate faster
Great video thanks 🙏🏽
thank you so much for watching :)
Big fan could you please make a video about the scope and job opportunities in the future being a dentist as well as a dental hygienist,which places are expected for dental demand in more numbers would be a good content you could provide cheers..
yes! totally will make more videos about that! until then, I have my DH hub on my website that has lots of that info! hope this helps: teethtalkgirl.com/rdh
@@TeethTalk oh will check that 👍🏻
Hey! First of all, thank you for making these videos, they're so helpful to people like me :)
So I am a junior studying to get my Psychology Degree in a 4-year university. (this was bcs I love psychology). I was thinking about getting an associate's in dental hygiene after I graduate but my college advisor said I shouldn't bcs it's not right to go for an associate's degree after getting your bachelor's ("it is a step down" she said, mind you, she was a dental hygienist for 15 years before becoming an advisor). Since you did the same thing can you please share with me what was going on in your mind while making that decision? and was it worth it? literally, anything that helped you make this decision of becoming a hygienist? would you advise me to do the same or not?
sooo interesting!!! so, maybe it can depend on the location in which you attend school? but in my area - I had several students in DH school with me (an associates program) where we all already had our bachelors. also - once it's on your resume - I can only see the benefits of having two degrees & can't think of any negatives. but that's just my opinion! hope this helps! wishing you the best in whichever you choose!!!
ALSO I think it's great - if anyone asked why you chose DH after a bachelors in something else - you now have a good story as to finding your passion for DH!
you are right! just watched your latest video on "Should you become a dental hygienist/" that helped a lot too. thanks
Whitney I have a question I love your videos as always your the best. Do you have to have your Dental Hygiene Degree in order to be a dental therapist? Could you have your BS and also a RDH and then apply to be a dental therapist?
Is it normal that I get tartar build up two weeks after a dental cleaning ? I brush my teeth 3x everyday and floss and use mouthwash every day/night.
( My dentist is always pleased about that. 😊)
Is it common to get tartar despite having a good oral hygiene?
hello! I would like to know that if I already got a Higher Diploma in dental hygiene and a Advanced Diploma in Dental Therapy in Hong Kong. What courses or any exams that I still need to take to become a registered dental hygienist in US? I am glad to hear your reply，thank you so much!
Hallo, i'm fatika from indonesia. Can u have recommendation MPhil Dental Therapist? Thx u 💙
Hello, thanks for the video. Also, if you're taking an associate's at a community college, does that college need to be accredited by the CODA or other Dental Board for you to be accepted?
Can I complete my bachelors degree in a community college, or does it depends on the college, if they have it or not?
it generally will depend on the college if they offer a bachelors or not! hope this helps!
@@TeethTalk thank you! Also can I go to community college to complete my pre req in associate degree and not apply to any program, but apply when I transfer to a university for bachelor?
About to start my program Feb 2021! So excited to be an RDH! Can you apply for dental school with a BS in DH?
congrats! that is so great! and yes you can as long as you have all the prerequisites for dental school. most likely you'll need to take some additional classes during your undergrad :) hope this helps! also - always check with the admissions of your intended school for exact details!
Hi, can you also do a video on fast track associate degree RDH and regular RDH at community colleges? Like tuition fee and all. Pls pls pls
great video ideas! will definitely add to my list! until then, here is my career hub that has some great schooling info: teethtalkgirl.com/rdh
IDK why im eating and watching this at the same time anyways almost 70ksubs Whitney 😘
lol thank you SO very much :) :) :) so thankful for you being here!
After you get the associates degree how many patients have you approximately treated?
Hi! I recently got interested in dental hygiene. I found a program that claims to be 18 months. The websites claim that it is a accredit and that you could obtain an associates degree in dental hygiene. Do you think this is a legitimate school? Most school I know are at least 24 months so I don’t know if this is a shady school or not. I really don’t know much and have tried to do as much research as I could 😅
hi friend! there are definitely accelerated programs - so it is possible! my best advice would be to call the admissions and confirm it's accredited. also - I have a list of accredited DH schools on my website (updated in 2020 still waiting on 2021 so if it's new it may not yet be on the list) - hope this helps: teethtalkgirl.com/rdh
@@TeethTalk wow literally the thing I been researching for about for two days was the first thing I saw in your website! I wish I saw this earlier it would have made my life so much easier but thank you thank you thank you! I have my undergrad degree but I don’t know what to do with it now and was really scared. This has given me so much relief 🥺
What's the name of the 18 month program if u dont mind please
What’s the name of the 8 months program ?
Hello! I have an unrelated bachelor’s degree and am thinking of becoming a dental hygienist. Do you think it makes more sense to get a masters or go back for associates? Would I need any prerequisites for associates or is that only for masters? I have no debt and would like to take out as minimal loans as possible.
hi friend! most RDH master programs require a dental hygiene license to apply (meaning you'd need to attend AS or BS in DH prior to applying)! always check the individual program's requirements but hope this helps!
i wish someone would have told me all this back in the day D:
Hello ma’am i do have a question hope you can help me🙏i am a nurse and planning to apply be a dental hygienist(associates) how long will it take me to complete the course?
Can I study dental hygiene after GED and do I need to have fluency English?
Hi my front upper and lower teeth are feeling very tender and also my wisdom tooth is also coming is they both are interrelated
Hye dear!! When back video of your job ?! Your tuto when you practice it's very good
what can you do with Masters Dental Hygienist?
What’s the costs of attending dental hygienist school
it depends on the program itself (and whether it's a university or a college) and the location as well - but most schools will post their tuition estimates on their websites! hope this helps!
Heyy can I know the pathway to become a dentist if you are a dental hygienist
Wow that's good.
Hello there, So l am really overwhelmed because l am a high school senior and wanted to majored in dental hygiene but don't know how to begin? trying to find what course to take? which degree is the best? where to apply for collage ? So could you please help me?
here's my video for high schoolers: ruclips.net/video/_sMOhUgOXK4/видео.html
and my Free RDH Video Checklist: bit.ly/rdh-video-checklist
hope these help :)
hey could you make a video on dental hygiene for smokers and drinkers?
YESSS great video idea thank you! totally adding to my list!
Hey is there biochemistry and Anatomy in dental hygiene?
They have general chemistry and anatomy
Hi, I came across ur videos while searching like" what to do after doing a master's degree in dentistry in India.. So, after doing my masters in India, what course will be suitable in USA or DH is one good option... Cuz I have been looking for courses I cudnt get anything appropriate.. It wud be helpful if I get ur expert advice...
Are both trained to do the same thing?
I am foreign educated dentist
How can i practice DH in usa?
What’s your opinion on accelerated programs such as concord career college?
Love love your video’s. am dental assistant from Germany.
thank you SO much for being here :) sending positive vibes your way :)
Mam,,, I have diploma in dental hygienist and I have done in India my career... If there any chance to get a job in foreign Or Arabian countries.. Plz reply
Hi I like how you clean teeth
I know math is a pre but why? Do you use math a lot in your day to day career?
How the hell do ppl go to school if they have to work? I work 72 hours. I need online schooling. Damn it.
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Hello
hi!
@@TeethTalk how are you
Wow that's good.