Share
Dental Hygiene Basics
Dach Ska and the Realities of Dental Hygiene School
Season 1, Ep. 24
•
Dach Ska is the host of the My Dental Hygiene School Experience Podcast. He shares his life in dental hygiene school, exposing the positive and negative moments. He is incredibly honest about his experience - including a current hiatus from dental hygiene school. His positive mindset is an important factor in his journey to graduating a registered dental hygienist. Find him on instagram @dachska.dental and definitely go check out his podcast!
See the full transcript HERE
Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE
Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com
đźź Struggling on your journey? Download our free guide to help you overcome your dental hygiene hurdles HERE! https://dentalhygienebasics.mykajabi.com/pl/2148740487
đźź Follow @DentalHygieneBasics on socials for study tips, motivation, and educational content.
đźź Check out www.dentalhygienebasics.com to see all of our services and scholarships! Whether you are applying or recently accepted, we got you!
đźź Listen & Subscribe: The Dental Hygiene Basics Podcast is available on all platforms (Youtube included!). Hit follow and stay updated!
đźź Thank you to our sponsor, StudentRDH! Head to www.studentrdh.com for all of your board prep needs! Give them a follow on socials @studentrdh, also!
More episodes
View all episodes
139. 139: Jaskiren Explains the Link Between Clinical Practice and Memory Retention
25:14||Season 1, Ep. 139Learning information in dental hygiene school is one thing—retaining it long enough to use it in practice is another. In this episode, Jaskiren explains why connecting classroom knowledge to real clinical experiences is one of the most reliable ways to strengthen memory retention in dental hygiene school. Instead of “learning and dumping” material after exams, students can reinforce concepts by actively applying them in clinic.Struggling on your dental hygiene school journey? Download our free guide to help you overcome your dental hygiene hurdles HERE! https://dentalhygienebasics.mykajabi.com/pl/2148740487Thank you to our sponsor, Student RDH, for supporting Dental Hygiene Basics! You can access more information on their national boards prep services here.138. 138: Using Visualization to Improve Your Instrumentation Skills
12:11||Season 1, Ep. 138Instrumentation isn't something you simply learn with enough practice. Many dental hygiene students find themselves repeating mistakes without knowing why. In this episode, Dana explores how visualization—a strategy used in sports and supported in dental education—can strengthen the neural pathways behind fine motor skills and improve clinical performance.Struggling on your dental hygiene school journey? Download our free guide to help you overcome your dental hygiene hurdles HERE! https://dentalhygienebasics.mykajabi.com/pl/2148740487Thank you to our sponsor, Student RDH, for supporting Dental Hygiene Basics! You can access more information on their national boards prep services here.137. 137: Special Guest Host Julio interviews Cailin Hawn
25:10||Season 1, Ep. 137Not every dental hygienist started their journey with a perfect GPA or a clear path. Guest host Julio talks with current dental hygiene student Cailin Hawn about navigating dental hygiene school prerequisites, competitive admissions, and the realities of clinic and coursework. This episode is a reminder that dental hygiene school is challenging, but with preparation, support, and balance, it’s absolutely doable!Struggling on your dental hygiene school journey? Download our free guide to help you overcome your dental hygiene hurdles HERE! Thank you to our sponsor, Student RDH, for supporting Dental Hygiene Basics! You can access more information on their national boards prep services here.136. 136: Are You Studying High-Yield Topics in Dental Hygiene School...Or Are You Wasting Time?
13:01||Season 1, Ep. 136Dental hygiene school can make it feel like you need to memorize everything—but not every topic carries the same weight. In this episode, Dana breaks down how to recognize high-yield dental hygiene topics—the concepts that show up repeatedly across classes, impact patient safety, and are commonly tested on exams and the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE). Instead of spreading your study time thin, start paying attention to patterns: what instructors repeat, what appears on multiple quizzes, and what connects to real clinical decision-making. Struggling on your dental hygiene school journey? Download our free guide to help you overcome your dental hygiene hurdles HERE! Thank you to our sponsor, Student RDH, for supporting Dental Hygiene Basics! You can access more information on their national boards prep services here.135. 135: Claire Jeong, Founder of Student RDH, Explains Why Traditional Study Methods Fail
33:04||Season 1, Ep. 135Dental hygiene students assume the key to passing boards is as simple as hitting the textbooks—but that approach often falls short. In this episode, Claire Jeong, founder of Student RDH- a National Boards Prep Company, explains why traditional study methods don’t always work and shares her expertise on what students can do instead. Drawing from her own academic journey and years of helping students prepare for the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE), Claire shares how learning how to study—not just what to study—can change everything!Struggling on your dental hygiene school journey? Download our free guide to help you overcome your dental hygiene hurdles HERE! Thank you to our sponsor, Student RDH, for supporting Dental Hygiene Basics! You can access more information on their national boards prep services HERE.134. 134: Dental Hygiene Boards Prep Without Burnout
11:54||Season 1, Ep. 134Preparing for the dental hygiene national boards can feel overwhelming, especially when you're wondering if you’re even studying the right things. In this episode, Dana walks through a clearer, more effective approach to dental hygiene boards prep that helps you retain information without burning out. Instead of trying to master every detail at once, focus on building a structured study plan that starts with identifying your strongest and weakest subjects, then uses spaced repetition—returning to topics at strategic intervals—to strengthen recall over time. Struggling on your dental hygiene school journey? Download our free guide to help you overcome your dental hygiene hurdles HERE!Thank you to our sponsor, Student RDH, for supporting Dental Hygiene Basics! You can access more information on their national boards prep services HERE.133. 133: How Aliyah Overcame the Unexpected in Dental Hygiene School
38:27||Season 1, Ep. 133Dana sits down with former dental hygiene student Aliyah to unpack what it really looks like to navigate the unexpected in dental hygiene school. From an unplanned career change, setback in her acceptance, and grieving a family loss during the program, Aliyah shares how preparation, a strong support system, and clear priorities helped her stay grounded without losing track of the ultimate goal- to become a registered dental hygienist. Find her on TikTok @aliyahburrelll and IG @aliyahrdh_Â Struggling on your dental hygiene school journey? Download our free guide to help you overcome your dental hygiene hurdles HERE!This episode is sponsored by StudentRDH. Check out all of their services to help you get ready for boards HERE.132. 132: Study Strategies That Work in Dental Hygiene School When Time Is Tight
10:01||Season 1, Ep. 132When time is limited—and it usually is in dental hygiene school—studying more isn’t the answer. Studying with intention is. In this episode, Dana talks about evidence-based study strategies designed for dental hygiene students juggling full clinic days, coursework, and multiple exams. Focus your efforts where they actually count, without adding pressure or unrealistic expectations.Struggling on your dental hygiene school journey? Download our free guide to help you overcome your dental hygiene hurdles HERE!This episode is sponsored by StudentRDH. Check out all of their services to help you get ready for boards HERE.131. 131: Part 2: Future RDH and Current Expanded-Functions Dental Assistant, Julio Cesar
21:43||Season 1, Ep. 131Julio Cesar is back for part 2, sharing how his journey of getting into dental hygiene school is going so far. He is being deliberate in his application process by pacing hsi science courses, choosing grades over speed, dropping a class when needed, and building strong relationships with professors. This episode normalizes taking the long route while staying accountable and intentional, especially for first-generation and nontraditional dental hygiene students.Struggling on your dental hygiene school journey? Download our free guide to help you overcome your dental hygiene hurdles HERE!