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How to Become a Dental Hygienist

A dental hygienist is a great career choice for someone who is caring and has outstanding customer service skills. They basically educate the patient on proper dental care and perform dental cleanings. If you think you have what it takes to succeed in this field of work, you should definitely consider training to become a dental hygienist.

How to Become a Dental Hygienist




  1. Take courses in Biology and Chemistry in high school or college.


  2. Observe a Dental Hygienist at work to determine if it is something that you want to do as a career.


  3. Find an accredited school that offers an Associate's Degree program for dental hygiene.


  4. Discuss the admission requirements with a counselor at the school of your choice.


  5. Enroll in school and successfully pass all of the required classes.


  6. After graduating from the program, you need to successfully pass a written and clinical examination in the state where you plan to work in order to attain your dental hygiene license.