Academics
Dental Hygienist vs. Dental Assistant: What’s the Difference?
If you walk into any dental clinic, you know how easy it is to mix up who’s working in which job — hygienists and assistants both wear scrubs, work with patients, and you can’t have a clinic without either. But…
Dental School
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Academics
Dental Hygienist vs. Dental Assistant: What’s the Difference?
If you walk into any dental clinic, you know how easy it is to mix up who’s working in which job — hygienists and assistants both wear scrubs, work with patients, and you can’t have a clinic without either. But…
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Academics
Where Oral Health Meets Public Health: UB’s Meg Zayan Receives Connecticut’s Top Public Health Honor
Alfred Civilion Fones founded the dental hygiene profession in Bridgeport in the early 1900s, motivated by something he observed in the city's schoolchildren. He…
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Health Sciences
What is the First Year of Dental Hygiene School Like?
Are you preparing to become a dental hygienist? Find out what to expect in your first year at dental school, and tips for starting out.
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Health Sciences
How to Choose the Best Dental School for You
Are you interested in becoming an expert dental hygienist? Learn how to choose the best dental school for your needs and career goals.