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Dental Hygiene Basics

Dental Hygiene Basics
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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

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Your prerequisite courses do more than help you qualify for dental hygiene school—they build the foundation you'll rely on throughout your education and clinical career. There's a common narrative being shared that anatomy, physiology, microbiology, ... more

Whitney DiFoggio joins Dana to share her RDH origin story, how she got into content creation in 2015, and now working on her doctorate in health science! Whitney hosts a yearly Dental Hygiene Month Party, a free virtual event celebrating the dental h... more

Dannia's @danniardh episode was so good, we had to share it again for those who missed this amazing conversation! She talked about her inspiring journey getting into dental hygiene school at the age of 19 as a first-gen college student. Dannia's stor... more

Dental hygienists are responsible for scanning each patient for abnormal lesions in the mouth- known as an intraoral exam. To an untrained eye, oral lesions can look very similar, but the way to manage each is very different. In this episode, Dana ex... more

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Whitney DiFoggio
Teeth Talk Girl, content creator focused on dental hygiene education and misinformation
Teeth Talk Girl / teetalkgirl.com
Episode: Bonus Episode: Whitney DiFoggio and the Dental Hygiene Month Party: Celebrating Our Profession
Liliet Quiroga
Dental hygienist sharing her journey from Cuba to the U.S. and into the dental hygiene profession
Self-identified as a dental hygienist featured on the episode
Episode: 193: Guest Host Michael Suruy with Liliet Quiroga
Brionna Watson
Director at the Community College of Baltimore County; innovator developing VR dental hygiene training
Community College of Baltimore County
Episode: 191: Consistency Over Perfection in Dental Hygiene School with Brionna Watson, MPA, RDH
Billie Lunt
RDH, full-time educator, host of The Happy Flosser Podcast
Educator; The Happy Flosser Podcast
Episode: 189: Shaping Smiles and Minds with Billie Lunt, RDH
Michael Suruy
Dental Hygienist and member of the DHY Boys
DHY Boys
Episode: 187: Michael Suruy from the DHY Boys on Chasing Success in Dental Hygiene
Irene Iskander
Dental hygienist focusing on airway and myofunctional therapy
Episode: 185: Build a Dental Hygiene Career That Fits You with Irene Iskander
Emma Yegan
New graduate dental hygienist
Concord Career College (alumni)
Episode: 183: Lessons from a New Grad Dental Hygienist with Emma Yegan
Kristen King
RDH, founder of Dental Reveal and instructor of microscope-based education
Dental Reveal
Episode: 181: How Dental Microscopes Are Changing Patient Education with Kristen King, RDH
Amber Lovatos
LatinaRDH, Curaprox educator and professional engagement manager
Curaprox USA
Episode: 179: Building a Meaningful DH Career with Amber Lovatos, LatinaRDH

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Dana Paladino
Host of the show

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 93 ratings
  • 10/10 Recommend!

    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…!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dana_RDH
    United States6 months ago
  • Love!

    Dana is an amazing host with great conversations and content, highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steph.polishedposture
    United States7 months ago
  • Great resource for dental hygiene students

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Talk biofilm to me
    United States9 months ago
  • Love listening

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sagie1234568
    United States9 months ago
  • Educational resource for the hygiene community

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dottsw
    United States10 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the host's empathy and clarity, making complex topics approachable.
Guests note a welcoming, well-prepared interviewing style that fosters meaningful dialogue.

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195: Dannia's Secrets to Success in Dental Hygiene School
Q: What advice would you give to someone applying to dental hygiene school?
Key guidance includes choosing your hard, building a strong support system, not letting others derail your goals, and staying persistent through the challenging prereqs and admissions process while preparing for boards and future exams.
195: Dannia's Secrets to Success in Dental Hygiene School
Q: What were the admissions like and did you face any hardships or notable steps in applying?
She explains the online, attachment-heavy application, the emphasis on hand dexterity and art background, and the importance of showcasing diverse experiences. There was no interview at her school, but she emphasizes preparing for potential interviews and the value of understanding each school's process.
195: Dannia's Secrets to Success in Dental Hygiene School
Q: Tell me about your life leading up to dental hygiene school and what made you decide to pursue this path.
Dannia describes discovering an interest in dental hygiene in her teens, pursuing dual enrollment to start college early, and growing up in Florida before moving to Maryland. Her drive, family support, and early exposure to dental environments shaped a clear, persistent path toward hygiene school.
Bonus Episode: Whitney DiFoggio and the Dental Hygiene Month Party: Celebrating Our Profession
Q: What is the Dental Hygiene Month Party and why is it important?
It's a free virtual event to celebrate the profession, with prizes, guest content creators, and live elements, plus the Future Hygienist Award to support students.
Bonus Episode: Whitney DiFoggio and the Dental Hygiene Month Party: Celebrating Our Profession
Q: How did you start creating educational content, and what kept you going?
She began with a YouTube channel while awaiting licensure, found value in patient education, and continued producing content regularly even as she progressed through further degrees.

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What is Dental Hygiene Basics about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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1. Dental Hygiene Student Podcast with The Happy Flosser RDH
2. Today's RDH Dental Hygiene Podcast
3. A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
4. On Purpose with Jay Shetty
5. RDH Magazine Podcast

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Dental Hygiene Basics launched 3 years ago and published 202 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Dental Hygiene Basics include:

1. Whitney DiFoggio
2. Liliet Quiroga
3. Brionna Watson
4. Billie Lunt
5. Michael Suruy
6. Irene Iskander
7. Emma Yegan
8. Kristen King

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