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Tara
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What skills do I need to be a successful dental hygienist in Dallas, TX?
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Brian Fady
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Hi Tara! My dad was a dentist and I've had more experience with orthodontics than I care to admit. Your career interest is in a great field!
If you haven't seen it already, I highly recommend checking out the summary on Dental Hygienist as a career from US News and World Report. They talk about the skills and training required along with Salary info, Reviews and Advice and when you're ready they link to job openings too.
https://money.usnews.com/careers/best-jobs/dental-hygienist
They also reference the American Dental Hygienist Association that you should explore too:
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Norman Blackman
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Hello there! Let me share with you the inspiring journey of my wife, who is now a successful Dental Hygienist. She began her career in the dental field as a Receptionist in a Dental office. This experience sparked her interest in dental hygiene and she realized that Hygiene school was a better fit for her than Dental Assistant school. The next step for her was to apply and get accepted into a reputable Hygiene program, which typically lasts for 2 years and can be pursued at a trade school.
After completing her Hygiene school, she had to apply and earn her credentials as a Registered Dental Hygienist from the ADHA. This process involved passing two evaluations. The first one is mainly about state and regulatory Law, an open-book test that takes about three hours. The second one, which is a bit more challenging, involves answering questions about Hygiene practices.
In the end, the investment was worth every penny. The total cost of her education, applications, and tools was around $17,000, but it opened up a world of opportunities for her. She received job offers right away, with starting salaries in the low $30s per hour. Her earnings quickly escalated, reaching close to $50 per hour, depending on whether she worked in franchise or private practice offices.
Her journey is a testament to the fact that with determination and hard work, one can achieve their career goals and enjoy a rewarding career in dental hygiene.
After completing her Hygiene school, she had to apply and earn her credentials as a Registered Dental Hygienist from the ADHA. This process involved passing two evaluations. The first one is mainly about state and regulatory Law, an open-book test that takes about three hours. The second one, which is a bit more challenging, involves answering questions about Hygiene practices.
In the end, the investment was worth every penny. The total cost of her education, applications, and tools was around $17,000, but it opened up a world of opportunities for her. She received job offers right away, with starting salaries in the low $30s per hour. Her earnings quickly escalated, reaching close to $50 per hour, depending on whether she worked in franchise or private practice offices.
Her journey is a testament to the fact that with determination and hard work, one can achieve their career goals and enjoy a rewarding career in dental hygiene.