Career questions tagged dentalhygiene
How often are temporary hygienists employed full time?
Hi! I am a student wanting to go into dental hygiene, I want to figure out the best way to be a mom and a hygienist at the same time.
How can I better balance academics, extracurriculars, and personal life?
I am a 10th grader In High School and I hear people say they get exhausted trying to balance their learning with personal life but I want to find a way.
To become a Dental Hygienist, it is better to get a 2 year degree or a 4 year degree?
I am a high school student interested in becoming a dental hygienist. Would going to college to get a 4 year degree in Dental Hygiene be more beneficial than going to college to get a 2 year degree for the same thing? Does the more amount of education you have give you more opportunities?
What college majors will allow me to keep my options open towards jobs in healthcare?
I am currently a senior in high school; I am completely set that I want to have a job in healthcare in the future. I have been interested in dentistry for a while, specifically dental hygiene, though I also want to make more options available for myself in the field because my mind can always change in the long run and end up not wanting to go to the dental route. Which majors or programs would allow me to explore different paths before I really commit to one? What colleges would you recommend in Southern California? I also want to ask if I could be able to do the cc transferring to university route in my situation as well?
How can I become a dental hygienist in Texas?
How can I become a dental hygienist in Texas? I recently moved to the U.S. and I’m living in Houston, Texas. I’m interested in becoming a dental hygienist, but I’m not sure where to start. I’d like to know what steps I should take, such as which programs to apply to, what prerequisites are required, and if there are any licensing exams. I’d also appreciate advice about affordable schools or community colleges in Texas.
What are unique characteristics someone should have when going into dental hygiene?
What are unique characteristics you think someone going into Dental Hygiene should have?