
Are you dreaming of becoming a dental hygienist? The Dental Hygiene Basics Podcast is your go-to resource for getting in, getting through, and graduating dental hygiene school.
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Hosted by Dana Paladino, RDH (educator, mentor, and founder of Dental Hygiene Basics), this is the ... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 209 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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How did Andreina Sucre @ThePathoRDH become a dental hygienist without going to dental hygiene school? We're explaining it all in this episode, talking about Andreina's path as an internationally trained dentist from Venezuela, with a background in or... more
Becoming a registered dental hygienist can feel like one big leap, but the journey is actually made up of many small steps. In this episode of the Dental Hygiene Basics Podcast, Dana reflects on her experience facing a fear that had held her back and... more
Guest host Michael Suruy with @dhy_boys is back this week with Ursula Jaimes, RDH, @latinahygienist to highlight her journey to becoming a dental hygienist, taking advantage of a local program that covered her tuition costs completely! Ursula also ta... more
Dana's sharing the top three life hacks she's learned so you don't have to, and how you can apply them to dental hygiene school! These three practical principles can change how you approach dental hygiene school— through consistency, intentionally de... more
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If you are interested, applying, or in dental hygiene school, you gotta listen to this podcast. If only I’d had a resource like Dana when I was in school…!!!
Dana is an amazing host with great conversations and content, highly recommend!
I had the pleasure of being a guest speaker on Dana's podcast, and it was a wonderful experience. Dana creates a comfortable, welcoming, and safe space for hygienists to share their journeys. Her podcast helps prepare and inspire future hygienists by offering practical tips on navigating the program successfully while providing motivation and encouragement along the way. It’s clear that Dana is deeply invested in shaping a stronger future for the dental hygiene profession. She also shares invalu... more
After randomly coming across this podcast I genuinely gained so much more motivation to go back to school for dental hygiene very knowledgeable about different experiences I do wish to hear more about the downsides just to be prepared.
Being a guest on Dana’s podcast was such a positive experience. She is thoughtful, organized, and deeply committed to sharing meaningful knowledge with dental hygiene students. Our conversation on infection control was engaging and purposeful, and Dana made me feel important and respected throughout the episode. Her passion for education really shines through—this podcast is a must-listen for the hygiene community.
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The show centers on dental hygiene education, career building, and board exam prep, with episodes frequently featuring practicing hygienists, educators, students, and entrepreneurs who share practical tips, career paths, and real-world challenges. Listeners can expect actionable guidance on applying to hygiene programs, succeeding in school, navigating licensing exams, and exploring nontraditional routes in the field, all delivered in an accessible, encouraging style. A notable strength is the host's commitment to fostering a supportive community, practical resources, and student-focused storytelling that demystifies the profession and highlights opportunities for advancement and advocacy.
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Recent guests on Dental Hygiene Basics include:
1. Ursula Jaimes
2. Jozel Campbell
3. Mahdi Mohseni
4. Whitney DiFoggio
5. Liliet Quiroga
6. Brionna Watson
7. Billie Lunt
8. Michael Suruy
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