As a dentist, you have the power to restore and promote patients’ oral health. This unique program allows you to begin your education focused on your goal of attending dental school while preparing you as a dental hygienist.

Dental hygienists treat and prevent oral diseases. They support people in maintaining their oral health by providing treatments and advice designed to improve the health of the mouth, teeth and gums. If you want a career as a dental hygienist, this BSc (Hons) Dental Hygiene degree course is for you. Studying in our Dental Academy, you’ll get the skills and knowledge for registration with the General Dental Council (GDC), which is essential for practising as a dental hygienist.

Both dental hygienists and dental therapists help people maintain good oral health by providing treatments, carrying out procedures and giving dietary and hygiene advice. The role of the dental therapist is the same as a dental hygienist, however, they can also carry out some of the restorative work dentists do, such as fillings and extractions. This dual role BSc (Hons) Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy course, accredited by the General Dental Council (GDC), gives you the theory and practical skills required to register as both a dental hygienist and dental therapist with the GDC.

Within the University's liberal arts curriculum, the baccalaureate program provides advanced knowledge and practice in both general university courses and dental hygiene theory and research methodology. It prepares the dental hygienist to assume roles in many different health care environments, such as general and specialty practices, public schools, community health clinics, insurance companies, dental hygiene educational programs, extended care facilities, and in the health products industry.

Earning a Bachelor of Applied Science in Allied Health - Dental Hygiene will help you develop the applied knowledge and technical expertise to broaden your career options in the healthcare industry. You will also receive real-world experience working with the latest equipment and caring for patients in the Dental Education Clinic, and develop the skills needed to be an integral part of a dental care team.

The Bachelor of Applied Science in Allied Health - Dental Hygiene at Seattle Central College combines classroom education in anatomy, chemistry, and pharmacology from expert faculty with hands-on practical experience in our innovative Dental Education Clinic – preparing you for a rewarding career at the forefront of patients' oral health.

A dental hygienist is a preventive oral health professional that is licensed in dental hygiene. Dental hygienists provide educational, clinical and therapeutic services supporting total health through the promotion of oral health. The dental hygienist works with the dental team in the prevention and control of dental disease.

The students who enter the School of Dental Medicine are very carefully selected and have already had many opportunities for intellectual and social development. The years in dental school should permit the continued maturation of the individual and should emphasize the basic knowledge and skills which are common to all dentists. Graduates should continue their dental education during their professional careers and add to the basic concepts taught in dental school by studying the scientific literature and by attending continuing education courses. While in dental school, the student develops an attitude of professionalism and a sense of responsibility toward the patient’s welfare, which will provide optimal dental care. License to Practice Dentistry in Ohio Specific information about licensure in Ohio and other states should be obtained from the individual state boards of dentistry. Accreditation The School of Dental Medicine is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) on a seven-year cycle. The School's most recent site visit was November 1-3, 2016.

Most dental hygienists work in private dental offices, but many provide preventive and educational services in community health clinics and hospitals, military installations, and schools. Graduates will be qualified for an array of challenging career opportunities in public health, administration, teaching, research, management and related fields.

Are you a registered Dental Hygienist who wants to register with the General Dental Council as a Dental Therapist? Do you want to develop your role within your dental team while maintaining the flexibility to continue to work in your current role as a Dental Hygienist?

Our dental hygienist program provides students with outstanding opportunities to learn from a prestigious dental hygiene faculty group.

The UNMC College of Dentistry Dental Hygiene Program is fully accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation. Completion of our Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene fulfills educational requirements for eligibility for licensure examinations, which ultimately leads to licensure in all US states and territories. The curriculum is organized into a four-year program leading to a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene.

Your journey to earning your Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene starts with taking classes in our state-of-the-art dental lab. You will learn from dentists and dental hygienists that want to share their experience and knowledge with you.

The Utah College of Dental Hygiene (UCDH) at Careers Unlimited was established in 2005 to provide accelerated dental hygiene education in Utah Valley's heart. UCDH offers the only private continuous 20 months Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Degree in the State of Utah.

The Dental Hygiene Program at UTHealth School of Dentistry (UTSD) at Houston prepares students for careers at every professional level. Our students learn from nationally recognized faculty and study in state-of-the-art facilities in the world-renowned Texas Medical Center, working side-by-side with other dental team members.