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Dental Hygiene Basics
Dana's Dental Hygiene Heroes
If you've followed my podcast for a while, you know how much I emphasize the importance of finding great mentors in your career. I had amazing ones who helped me get to where I am today, and I truly gained so much insight about this field through all my dental hygiene heroes. I thank them for motivating and helping me in so many ways and hope to be a mentor for others as well!
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(01:09) My Pediatric Hygienist
(02:24) The Oklahoma State RDH
(04:23) Airport RDH
(06:29) My Faculty
(08:23) My Dental Hygiene Community
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60. The Peach State RDH and Her Not-So-Peachy Journey Through Hygiene School
43:08||Season 1, Ep. 60Julie @peachstaterdh is a dental hygienist working in periodontics and uses social media to support other hygienists. She loves her career but admits it wasn't easy to get where she is now. We talked about being second-time girlies and how she improved her application for hygiene school to get in the second time. Before hygiene, she had a degree and worked in communications and decided to have a career change after feeling burnt out. She "threw all her chips in" to pursue dental hygiene and, even through all the challenges she faced along the way, she couldn't be happier now! Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire 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.comTimestamps:(00:00) Julie’s RDH Origin Story(02:09) Working in Periodontics(04:37) Her New-Grad Experience(05:43) Peach State RDH(07:44) Deciding Between Two Programs(12:55) Struggles with Science Pre-Reqs(18:13) Dental Hygiene School Costs(20:27) Dealing with Rejection(29:05) Finding Patients for Clinic(33:06) Pregnant in Hygiene School(38:04) Prioritize Yourself59. Don't Let Others Make You Hate Dental Hygiene
08:26||Season 1, Ep. 59Finding your own happiness in life is just as important as finding happiness in your career! This episode gets into hard topics like hitting brick walls in your career and how you can adapt and learn from them. Trust me when I say I didn’t have it all figured out as a new grad but can confidently say that I’ve learned from my mistakes and have come such a long way. Remember- the only person who knows what’s best for you is YOU! Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire 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 Timestamps: (00:00) My Toxic Work Environment (02:30) Starting My Education Career(05:07) Listen to Your Intuition58. My Best Resume Tips!
13:13||Season 1, Ep. 58Are you struggling to make the perfect dental hygiene resume? This episode is for anyone applying to dental hygiene school or seeking employment as a dental hygienist. Follow all my best tips to put your best foot forward in any application! Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire 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 Timestamps:(00:00) Resumes for Dental Hygiene School(01:22) Finding Your Best Skills(03:30) Accolades and Volunteer Work(06:11) Formatting(08:54) How to Include Your Experiences (10:12) Outsourcing for Help57. Life as a Senior Dental Hygiene Student with Sasha
33:46||Season 1, Ep. 57Sasha is currently a senior in dental hygiene school and is only six months away from becoming an RDH! She joins me on this episode to talk about her journey so far and shares her best advice to future and current students to pay close attention to deadlines and “just go for it!” We also get into how she’s been able to find patients despite not having family and friends in her city and the controversy of paying for patient’s treatments. Tune in to hear her full story and some great words of wisdom!Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire 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.comTimestamps:(00:00) Sasha’s RDH Origin Story(04:37) Assisting Before Hygiene School(06:33) Her Successful Application(09:32) Picking an Associate or Bachelor’s Program(14:21) Paying for Hygiene School(19:50) Advice as a Current Senior in Hygiene School(21:18) Finding Patients for Clinic(26:10) How Preparation Builds Confidence(31:15) Making Hygiene Besties55. The Aligned Hygienist and Her Passion for Ergonomics
33:22||Season 1, Ep. 55If you're interested in working in the field of dental hygiene, I'm sure you know that prevention is KEY to maintaining oral health. Caitlin from @thealignedhygienist makes a great point in this episode when she says that dental professionals can apply this principle to their careers by preventing physical injuries to our bodies. She is an ergonomics consultant and yoga instructor who shares great advice for incoming hygiene students that you don't want to miss out on! Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire 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 Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (02:05) Caitlin’s RDH Origin Story(12:34) Her Tips for a Healthy Career(17:28) Paying Student Debt (29:34) Clinic in Hygiene School(31:45) Words of Advice for Students54. Double the Fun with ToothBytes Hosts Mia and Nicole
37:24||Season 1, Ep. 54Mia and Nicole from the ToothBytes Podcast join me to share their journeys into dental hygiene school. We cover the rigors of an accelerated program, getting into hygiene school with low grades on your transcript, overcoming harsh interviews, and more! Head over to their podcast to hear their experiences as new graduates.Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire 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.comTimestamps: (00:00) Mia and Nicole’s RDH Origin Stories(02:45) Accelerated Dental Hygiene Program(06:23) Overcoming GPAs(10:07) Moms in Dental Hygiene School(16:52) Application Struggles(26:48) Challenges They Faced in the Program(29:53) Advice to Incoming Hygiene Students53. My Favorite Dental Hygiene School Memories
15:37||Season 1, Ep. 53Dental hygiene school can feel like a two-year marathon and while the courseload is no joke, it's good to take a step back and really reflect on your journey! Through all the studying and stress, I was still able to make some really great memories that I'm grateful for to this day. Don't be afraid to get involved in student organizations and get out of your comfort zone! Those two years will be over before you know it. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire 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 Timestamps: (00:00) My Podcast Hack(02:04) Dental Hygiene School Can Be Fun(06:05) Community Rotations(09:01) Student Organizations (13:39) Making Great Friendships52. Mentorship with RDH Pro Connect
27:48||Season 1, Ep. 52Are you looking for a mentor to guide your dental hygiene journey? Look no further! Whether you're applying to programs, are currently in hygiene school, or are a new graduate, this week's guest, Christine Phillips, and I have a passion for being a mentor to aspiring and registered dental hygienists. Christine is a hygiene coach and the founder of RDH Pro Connect. She applies her years of experience to empower and build better hygienists. You can find more info on her website HERE.Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire 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.comTimestamps: (00:00) Christine’s Passion for Dentistry(05:45) RDH ProConnect and Resources for All Hygienists(09:17) Why Mentors Are Important(21:26) Investing Yourself