Dental Hygiene Basics
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Dental Hygiene Basics Podcast – Your Pathway to Becoming a Registered Dental Hygienist 🦷✨
Are you dreaming of becoming a dental hygienist? Or are you already in dental hygiene school and looking for support? The Dental Hygiene Basics Podcast is your go-to resource for getting in, getting through, and graduating dental hygiene school. 🌟
Hosted by Dana Paladino, RDH (educator, mentor, and founder of Dental Hygiene Basics), this is the only podcast dedicated solely to guiding future and current dental hygiene students from start to finish. Whether you're prepping your application, tackling first-semester stress, or studying for the NBDHE/NDHCE, you’ll find clear, practical, uplifting guidance here.
At Dental Hygiene Basics, we offer a full-circle support system:
🎙️ Podcast + 📚 Tutoring + 🎓 Scholarships + 🧡 Educational Resources
Every pathway is designed to uplift and empower future dental hygienists. PLUS, every pathway supports a current registered dental hygienist! The Dental Hygiene Basics team is owned and ran by a team of amazing dental hygienists.
What You’ll Learn
- Admissions & Application Tips – How to stand out, prepare for interviews, and strengthen your dental hygiene school application.
- Dental Hygiene School Success Strategies – Study skills, clinical tips, instrumentation guidance, and NBDHE/NDHCE prep.
- Career Pathways for RDHs – Traditional and alternative dental hygiene careers to explore after graduation.
- Community & Mentorship – Real stories from hygienists who’ve been right where you are.
- Scholarships & Student Support – Learn how to access the resources designed to help you succeed.
Common Questions We Answer
- How do I get into dental hygiene school?
- What should I expect in dental hygiene school?
- How can I prepare for my interview?
- What are the biggest challenges of hygiene school?
- How do I improve instrumentation and clinical confidence?
- What are the best study strategies?
- What career options exist for RDHs?
- Are there scholarships for dental hygiene students?
Our Mission
We’re building a supportive, uplifting community where hygienists help aspiring hygienists succeed. 🧡
Our personal mission: award $100,000 in dental hygiene scholarships by 2035 and open doors for the next generation of RDHs.
If you're committed to becoming a registered dental hygienist, this podcast will walk with you every step of the way.
Subscribe now and start your journey to becoming an RDH! 🎧✨
See All of Our Services:
www.dentalhygienebasics.com
Connect With Us
#dentalhygieneschool #dentalhygiene #futurerdh #studentrdh #dentalhygienebasics
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113: Time Management Tips Before and During Dental Hygiene School
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Dec 10, 2025 |
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112: A Tale of Two Podcasters- Andrew Johnston's Dental Hygiene Story
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Dec 03, 2025 |
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111: Combining Dental Hygiene and Myofunctional Therapy with Saray Fung
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Nov 26, 2025 |
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110: Why is Infection Control SO Important in Dental Hygiene with Deanna Otts-Whitfield
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Nov 19, 2025 |
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109: Combining Entrepreneurship and Dental Hygiene with Debi Dencek from CordEze®
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Nov 12, 2025 |
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108: Mastering Dental Hygiene with Megan McCann
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Nov 05, 2025 |
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107: Why I'm Over the Phrase: "I Knew I Could Do More"
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Oct 29, 2025 |
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106: Part 2- Destined for Dental Hygiene with Rachael Zustin
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Oct 22, 2025 |
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105: Part 1- Destined for Dental Hygiene with Rachael Zustin
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Oct 15, 2025 |
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104: Career Update with Tooth Fairy Tish
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Oct 08, 2025 |
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103: Bonus Podcast! What to Wear When Shadowing a Dental Hygienist
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Oct 05, 2025 |
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102: Florie Mancilla's Journey of Rising through Adversities in Dental Hygiene
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Oct 01, 2025 |
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101: Special Guest Host Jose interviews Maria Paula Rodriguez @mariapaula.rdh
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Sep 24, 2025 |
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100: Special Guest Host Jose interviews Shelby Wagenman
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Sep 17, 2025 |
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99: Part 2 - Dental Hygienists and Graduate Students Marcus and Lily
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Sep 10, 2025 |
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98: Part 1 - Dental Hygienists and Graduate Students Marcus and Lily
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Sep 03, 2025 |
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97: The Face Behind Dental Hygiene Basics: Dana, MS, RDH
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Aug 27, 2025 |
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Positive Self-Talk in Dental Hygiene School
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Aug 20, 2025 |
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The Journey of Pediatric Dental Hygienist An Chih Do
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Aug 13, 2025 |
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AI is Ruining Your Personal Statements
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Aug 06, 2025 |
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Amanda's Versatile Resume as a Dental Hygienist
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Jul 30, 2025 |
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Things to Leave Behind in Dental Hygiene School
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Jul 23, 2025 |
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Marie Shares Her Educator's Perspective for Dental Hygiene Students
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Jul 16, 2025 |
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The Future of Dental Hygiene Basics
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Jul 09, 2025 |
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Excelling in an Accelerated Dental Hygiene Program with Anistinn
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Jul 02, 2025 |
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Maggie Moodie Explains Game-Based Learning for Dental Hygiene Students
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Jun 25, 2025 |
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Variety in Dental Hygiene: Public Health Clinician and Educator Shelley Brown
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Jun 18, 2025 |
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The Hijabi Hygienist's Experience in Dental Hygiene School
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Jun 11, 2025 |
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Getting Ready to Start Dental Hygiene School? Make Sure You Have Your Vaccines in Order!
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Jun 04, 2025 |
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Managing Cancer Patients as a Dental Professional
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May 28, 2025 |
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Avoiding Dental Hygiene Scholarship Scams
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May 21, 2025 |
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Navigating the Dental Field as a New Grad Dental Hygienist
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May 14, 2025 |
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Dana's Tips for Dental Hygiene Finals
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May 07, 2025 |
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Part 2: First Recipient of the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship: Makya Smith
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Apr 30, 2025 |
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Part 1: First Recipient of the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship: Makya Smith
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Apr 23, 2025 |
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A Leader in Sustainable Dentistry: Brittany Cox
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Apr 16, 2025 |
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How to Build Foundational Knowledge to be Successful in Dental Hygiene School
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Apr 09, 2025 |
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How the Relaxed Hygienist Found Relaxation through Burnout
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Apr 02, 2025 |
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How Jazmine Founded Her Own Dental Hygiene Practice
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Mar 26, 2025 |
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Angy RDH: A DACA Recipients' Dental Hygiene Journey
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Mar 19, 2025 |
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Marisa, the Financial Hygienist, On Becoming Free from Debt
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Mar 12, 2025 |
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Tips for the Dental Hygiene School Admissions TEAS Test
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Mar 11, 2025 |
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Daisy's Inspiring Dental Hygiene Story
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Mar 05, 2025 |
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Amber D'Andrea's Story on How She Accidentally Ended Up in Dental Hygiene
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Feb 26, 2025 |
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How an Arts Major Found Passion in Dental Hygiene
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Feb 19, 2025 |
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One Strange Way to Reduce Anxiety in Dental Hygiene School
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Feb 12, 2025 |
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How Maryam Found Passion and Success in Dental Hygiene
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Feb 05, 2025 |
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The Guygienist on Making the Most of Dental Hygiene School
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Jan 29, 2025 |
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Transforming a School Project into a Business Idea with Carl Demadema
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Jan 22, 2025 |
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Bonus! Teacher Tina Shares Her Dental Hygiene Wisdom
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Jan 16, 2025 |
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How to Do Less in Dental Hygiene School
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Jan 15, 2025 |
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Maryam's Career of Lifelong Learning as an RDH
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Jan 08, 2025 |
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Mental Health Advocate Leah Hargrove and Her Inspiring Dental Hygiene Story
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Dec 18, 2024 |
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Bonus! Combining Education and Entrepreneurship in Dental Hygiene with Josie Jasperson
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Dec 12, 2024 |
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Easy Ways to Manage Your Anxiety in Dental Hygiene School
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Dec 11, 2024 |
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The Peach State RDH and Her Not-So-Peachy Journey Through Hygiene School
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Dec 04, 2024 |
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Don't Let Others Make You Hate Dental Hygiene
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Nov 27, 2024 |
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My Best Resume Tips!
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Nov 20, 2024 |
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Life as a Senior Dental Hygiene Student with Sasha
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Nov 13, 2024 |
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Dana's Dental Hygiene Heroes
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Oct 30, 2024 |
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The Aligned Hygienist and Her Passion for Ergonomics
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Oct 23, 2024 |
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Double the Fun with ToothBytes Hosts Mia and Nicole
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Oct 16, 2024 |
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My Favorite Dental Hygiene School Memories
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Oct 09, 2024 |
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Mentorship with RDH Pro Connect
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Oct 02, 2024 |
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Get Some Perio Precise Tips from Dental Hygiene Entrepreneurs Marvelyn and Katie
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Sep 28, 2024 |
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Fiona (Mouthboxx and Big Sis RDH) Offers Up Advice to Students
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Sep 26, 2024 |
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Jevonah, @the.happy.RDH, on Finding Happiness in Her Profession
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Sep 18, 2024 |
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The Power of Making Connections in Dental Hygiene School
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Sep 11, 2024 |
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Bonus! How Areal's Vaccine Records Delayed Her Admission to Dental Hygiene School
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Sep 10, 2024 |
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SpectrumRDH Katie Steger's Advice for Neurodivergent Students
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Sep 04, 2024 |
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Dental Hygiene Nation: Caitlyn's Transition from RDH to CEO
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Aug 31, 2024 |
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Dana's Number One Tip for Procrastinators in Dental Hygiene School
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Aug 28, 2024 |
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The RGV RDH's Journey to Becoming an Oral Health Enthusiast
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Aug 21, 2024 |
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How Self-Explaining Can Help You Succeed in Dental Hygiene School
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Aug 14, 2024 |
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Toothfairytish's Journey Through Hygiene School
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Aug 07, 2024 |
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My Favorite Things About Dental Hygiene
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Jul 31, 2024 |
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Using Neurobics to Ace Preclinic in Dental Hygiene School
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Jul 17, 2024 |
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If I Could Do Dental Hygiene School Again, Here Is What I Would Do Differently
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Jul 10, 2024 |
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Words of Wisdom with Ash the Redhead RDH
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Jul 03, 2024 |
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Dental Hygiene School is a Marathon
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Jun 19, 2024 |
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Tips for Finding Patients in Dental Hygiene School
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Jun 12, 2024 |
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Dannia's Secrets to Success in Dental Hygiene School
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Jun 05, 2024 |
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Freshies Co. Founder, Alexis, Carving Her Path in Dental Hygiene
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May 29, 2024 |
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Know Before You Go: The Cell
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May 22, 2024 |
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The Importance of Networking Before and During Dental Hygiene School
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May 15, 2024 |
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Bethany's Journey to Dental Sleep Medicine
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May 08, 2024 |
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Dana Discusses What All It Takes to Become a Registered Dental Hygienist
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May 01, 2024 |
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Shaping Smiles and Minds with Billie Lunt (Host of the Happy Flosser RDH Podcast)
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Apr 24, 2024 |
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Transform Your Dental Hygiene School Application with a Powerful Personal Statement
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Apr 10, 2024 |
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Laura and Danielle Talk Preventing Burnout in Dental Hygiene
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Apr 03, 2024 |
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Michael ("The Dental Queer-gienist") Discusses His Journey Through Dental Hygiene School
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Mar 27, 2024 |
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The Do's and Dont's of the Dental Hygiene School Interview
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Mar 20, 2024 |
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Dach Ska and the Realities of Dental Hygiene School
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Mar 13, 2024 |
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Know Before You Go: Hepatitis B
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Feb 28, 2024 |
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Dana talks GPA and Dental Hygiene School Admissions
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Feb 14, 2024 |
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Allison on Ditching Nursing and Thriving in Dental Hygiene
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Feb 07, 2024 |
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Dana's Study Tips for Dental Hygiene School
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Jan 24, 2024 |
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Know Before You Go: The Viscerocranium
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Jan 17, 2024 |
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Brush with Britt is here! Britt talks graduating dental hygiene school DEBT FREE!
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Jan 10, 2024 |
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Bonus Episode: Happy New Year! Dana is Here Answering the Question: What Do You Do?
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Jan 01, 2024 |
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Dana Discusses Money and Dental Hygiene School
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Dec 27, 2023 |
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Dana and The Why Behind Dental Hygiene Basics
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Dec 13, 2023 |
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Ella wanted to combined her love of science and helping people, so she became a dental hygienist - with NO dental experience!
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Dec 06, 2023 |
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Know Before You Go To Dental Hygiene School Review: The Cranial Bones
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Nov 29, 2023 |
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You Asked, I Answered! Dana Discusses How to Build a Support System for Dental Hygiene School
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Nov 22, 2023 |
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Ala'a talks New RDH Life, Overcoming Self Doubts, and Getting Hands-On Before Dental Hygiene School
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Nov 14, 2023 |
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3 Spooky Things Dental Hygiene Admissions Committees Don't Want You To Know
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Oct 31, 2023 |
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Sonya (The Geriatric Tooth Fairy!) on Overcoming Dyslexia in Dental Hygiene School
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Oct 15, 2023 |
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Kim and No Dental Experience, Shadowing Hours, and Her Company Bloom RDH
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Sep 25, 2023 |
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Dana talks Preparing for Dental Hygiene School Admissions (Part 2)
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Sep 15, 2023 |
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Candice and Myofunctional Therapy, Dental Hygiene Bachelor's Completion Programs, Chicken Tenders and Beers
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Aug 31, 2023 |
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Dana talks Preparing for Dental Hygiene School Admissions (Part 1)
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Aug 15, 2023 |
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Allison and Affordable Dental Hygiene Education
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Aug 01, 2023 |
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Should I Become a Dental Hygienist? Dana talks blood, saliva, and putting your hands into people's mouths!
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Jul 17, 2023 |
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Amanda (That Deaf RDH) and Applying to Dental Hygiene School Three Times
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Jul 03, 2023 |
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Dana and The Craziest Dental Hygiene School Interview Ever
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Jun 29, 2023 |
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Jessica and the Marine Corps, Single Mom Life, and Preparing for the Dental Hygiene Interview
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Jun 29, 2023 |
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Welcome to the DH Basics Podcast! Your Path to Dental Hygiene School!
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Jun 27, 2023 |