HOW I STUDIED IN DENTAL HYGIENE SCHOOL TO GET A's : study tips and tricks

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[@nickiwiththeneedle5524]

This is about to sound so corny... but I love you so much. I’ve had this passion to go to dental hygiene school for a year & you make me feel like it’s possible as a black woman to make it through. You are very influential & inspiring. Goals honey!!! I commend you sis! Keep doing your thing! 😭❤️💪🏼

[@tesiemarie8942]

I hope you were able to finish ! Let us know! 🥰🤗😘

[@k.s.j.6921]

I come here for the dental, but I stay because of your personality ❤

[@Nastassjaferjuste]

Kusi Santos Jorge Awee thank you !!

[@terlicia_AniyahMarie]

Yes!!! I had the same routine while in hygiene school, I also recorded my lectures too! I hated study groups but didn't mind getting together just to review. I didn't do well studying at home so I would go to the library or coffee shop. But yeah I definitely did some all nighters. Quizlet was very helpful!!!!

[@MoniqueIsMyMuse]

I just finished my prerequisites today. I’m applying to the program on the 21st...a week from today. Wish me luck y’all!

[@mizzblizz6]

good luck to you! im starting my program this upcoming fall 😊

[@dannycutthroat]

Good luck. Your going to do great.

[@5626BREE]

Good luck! Did you get in??

[@keithgray3352]

did you get it !?

[@godsgrace8307]

🙏🏽

[@Prettyfantacy]

I am currently doing dental assisting and the best tip was having a planner, I also write down every thing and color code it, you need it when u have 8 to 10 classes a semester

[@kelseypierson7611]

I am starting my pre-req’s this fall and have 4 classes to take then apply this spring! I am so glad I found your channel! It is making me more and more excited to start school! Thank you!

[@alannaroggenkamp7576]

I’m 17 and I look up to you so much girl 😭 I’m so glad I ran into your channel , im currently a senior taking a class called intro to dentistry and your tips are so helpful I started applying now ! Thank you so much 💕

[@taylorc7901]

You’re so inspirational!! I’m a junior in high school and a couple of days ago I came across one of your dental hygiene videos and I’m really interested in dental hygiene and I plan on looking into it more and considering pursuing it as a career! ❤️❤️

[@Niyaanew]

Can you do whats in my book bag for dental hygiene?

[@amdianec3847]

she have a video like that call what's in my work bag as a dental hygienist! check it out

[@19Feliciaa]

I just got the email that i got in yesterday and start in fall!!! i’m so excited! thanks for making videos!!

[@miaaimt2231]

You are seriously helping me so much! Thank you for making all these videos! For real! I always felt too scared to go back to school, but these videos are giving me so much support! THANK YOU

[@stephanieverno7767]

I'm starting dental hygiene school in one month and you have already helped me so much!! I'm so pumped! I agree with everything you say and your advice is so appreciated and needed! I would absolutely love if you made a video on how you organized yourself for school each day. It may sound non essential, but I'm just not sure if I want a trapper keeper, three ring binders, folders, notebooks, etc. Maybe even what you did for lunches? My ass can't afford an expensive meal plan. I'm going to pack every day. Any tips you have are great :)

[@ShortsByIzzy]

how is it?

[@misterieeee]

OMG !!! im still in high school and I was sooo in love with the whole dental field just like u . i wanted to become a dentist for the longest but 8 years is to long for me and seems so boring . my friend kept telling me look into dental hygienist and i came across ur videos today !!! when i tell u , u inspire me so much . like im so ready to become a dental hygienist. u make it so easy and fun and im just ready. thank u so much 😘😘😘

[@Nastassjaferjuste]

Misterie Wilkerson Awee thank you so much !!

[@janedadbastien212]

Same!!!

[@dnaeh.9586]

Thank You So Much Im A Junior In High School And I Think Dental Hygiene Is What Im Going To Do 🤓😇

[@harleynemecek9033]

I’m so excited to go to dental hygiene school and your videos make me feel even more excited for it!

[@Nastassjaferjuste]

Harley Nemecek go for it 💕 and thank you

[@empressswiss2080]

Girl I can relate to all u said, I definately think its a Caribbean thing. We study different and in our schools we r required to do a whole lot more when it comes to tests. Girl I never knew exams had so much multiple choice untill I came to america because back in Jamaica when doing exams we would write until our brain literally forgot how to spell simple words like my and do 😂😂😂😂. I think what made school a little challenging here was the bulk of the work, it is a lot of work but I was always more at ease when it came to tests I didnt stress over them as much as I did back in Jamaica.

[@sixteen.candles.4644]

Lol. This is america. Were spoon feed everything HA. Shoot my little brother doesn't bring books home from school but he tells me all the food he eats lol.

[@HeyVeatiful]

Been watching your videos for a few days, and just subscribed. Your videos are really inspiring and motivating. Currently I’m majoring in Japanese, but I’m changing my major to DH. I am really scared because college has already been hard, then tonight I looked at the prerequisites and the courses you have to take for the program..its so much science etc. Courses I really struggle with, but after watching a few of your videos I at least want to try!

[@salcedojeanette4551]

Super inspired! I've been a dental assistant for 10 yrs and finally decided to enroll in school this semester.. I'm so nervous but excited to start.

[@jenniferbullett7254]

Ooooh best wishes to you, how freaking exciting. I've been an DA assistant for 4 years and I'm about to start my prerequisite.

[@kristinaa6955]

There aren't many videos on the dental hygiene info so thank you so much for being so detailed and helpful on the subject!

[@Viviianita79]

Love your channel girl!!! I’m so glad I found you :) I’m actually thinking of switching from Sonography to Dental Hygiene. Your videos are definitely encouraging me!

[@adiaslife]

I hope you graduated now ! ❤️

[@amberblackmon1277]

I just want you to know that this was SUPER helpful, especially since I learn the same way as you do. Thank you so much for this!

[@Musihoodie]

Did u get accepted into dental hygiene school?

[@alexatonii]

You’re lowkey my mentor lol❤️

[@alexism.7712]

Lol

[@ItsShayW]

Same!

[@TheGU1T4RFR3AK]

Bout to start my Dental Hygiene and Therapy degree in September! Aiming to get As 💪🏼

[@theflower1511]

Oml I’m so glad I found you!!! I’m presently struggling with the way I study I haven’t studied ina year. But now ima pick up on your types!! Thank you God bless Btw I’m haïtien too

[@hajrijahibic7683]

I absolutely love your vibe and personality! I start hygiene classes this fall and I’m glad I can reflect on your vids and see how to prepare!! I wish you all the best 💘✨✨ (new subscriber obviiiiii yaas)

[@breannahayden3021]

har h if u don’t mind can I please ask you so questions. I’m getting out of the military soon and planning on going to school I really want to do dental hygiene. My question Is it two years of school then u can apply for dental hygienists school ? Or do u just have to complete the prerequisites course first. And how long did it take for you to finish your prerequisites course

[@breannahayden3021]

har h har h if u don’t mind can I please ask you so questions. I’m getting out of the military soon and planning on going to school I really want to do dental hygiene. My question Is it two years of school then u can apply for dental hygienists school ? Or do u just have to complete the prerequisites course first. And how long did it take for you to finish your prerequisites course

[@hajrijahibic7683]

breanna hayden yeah ofc I’ll try to help as much as I can! Keep in mind every school is different, but my school has requirements before applying to the hygiene program. For us, we had to complete prerequisites (like biology, nutrition, English, and those kinda classes) before we could apply. So for myself, I finished these prereqs in two years of college and I’m now starting the program with will take another two years to complete. BUT, for other colleges (like community), prerequisite requirements are shorter and don’t take two years to complete (maybe just one) and then the program (which is usually two yrs). So you can pick the school you align with best! Keep in mind I go to a university so it will take me a total of four years to complete, but there are many schools out there that only require a few prereqs and then the program so it’s shorter! ✨

[@breannahayden3021]

har h thank you so much for replying and clearing everything up for me !

[@daisyg8353]

Girl, you are amazing. I love your channel.

[@ashleyschjo]

We are like the same person! I have a planner like this too and I write all of the same things in mine! Keeps me so organized. I have to write everything down. Loving all of your hygiene videos girl!!!

[@Vanessa-nr4pn]

You’re such a blessing for us all 🙏🏼 with these DH videos

[@RussellGaines]

Thank you for this video, I will incorporate some of the things you did into my own study habit when I start school this June!

[@alimiyahsudasno2520]

You are something else girl! You inspired many people out there, God bless you!

[@sarahfanucci4655]

Thank you so much for this video! I just started Dental Hygiene school earlier this month. I'm going to share this with my classmates. Love your channel ❤

[@Babydoll_bre]

Love this just finish my pre reqs and I'm applying for the hygiene program soon

[@keilove4051]

What was experience with your prequistes

[@irlMana]

i love your videos so much! im currently a freshman in college going through my first semester and i found out that what i was doing wasnt making me happy and i think im going to do dental hygiene. i have no experience in anything dental so knowing your story helps a lot because i was in the mindset that i had no chance since i have no experience. and your videos are so informative, youve answered so many questions that i’ve been trying to find out from google 🤣! but yeah, thank you so much for these videos you’re such an inspiration

[@josieolivero]

I just found your channel cause I’m trying to finish up my prerequisites to apply for the dental hygiene program and I love your personality! But did you ever doubt yourself? I’ve never been a super smart person in high school, I took all basic classes, I always got C’s and above, nothing lower than that but I’ve just been worried that I’m not smart enough or I won’t be able to do it, especially cause science is so difficult for me. I would love to hear how you felt (:

[@breannahayden3021]

Josie Olivero if u don’t mind can I please ask you so questions. I’m getting out of the military soon and planning on going to school I really want to do dental hygiene. My question Is it two years of school then u can apply for dental hygienists school ? Or do u just have to complete the prerequisites course first. And how long did it take for you to finish your prerequisites course

[@josieolivero]

breanna hayden it really just depends on how long it takes you to finish your prerequisites. I really struggle with science and math so I’ve had to take those classes pretty much one at a time and I’m part time so it’s taken me a while to finish those courses and I still have a couple more. I would definitely suggest going to see your student advisor and they should be able to tell you exactly which classes you need to apply for the program so you don’t end up taking extra classes you don’t need (:

[@otherversely4085]

updates? would love to hear!

[@josieolivero]

@@otherversely4085 hey!! I ended up going to school to become a dental assistant first but once I graduated, I realized I do not want to work in the dental field. That schooling was super hard for me but I graduated at the top of my class. I just couldn’t imagine going through with dental hygiene, so unfortunately for me it didn’t work out! lol

[@kyshawntv6285]

@@josieolivero Oh man. I considered becoming the dental assistant first and then going into hygiene. But i was just thinking about going straight for the prerequisites and then dental hygienist instead of going for the dental assistant. Reason why, the last time i rushed straight into a program, i dropped out the first week because i realized i did not want it. Atleast with the dental hygiene, i still finished prerequisites classes and in case i change my mind later on, i won’t have to worry about these certain classes.

[@malosjamschell9411]

Your so intelligent & beautiful 💕 I’ve taken the HESI twice (first score 68 second 66 & DH program only accept 70. It’s so frustrating how did you prepare for the entrance exam for the program?

[@ashleywilson9127]

1st!! Also I want to be a dentist when I graduate high school in 2 years and I wanted to know like what do you do in the classes or labs?

[@Nastassjaferjuste]

Ashley Wilson like what we learn ?

[@ashleywilson9127]

Tajah Ferjuste yes

[@nickyjordine4457]

love your hairrrr

[@akankshamiami9057]

Heyy Thnx for uploading this video,u r graceful and energetic,i like yr way nice to see an awsm DH like u

[@maribob3890]

Thank you for your tips ! They are very helpful 💞I'm currently a Rda but now I'm looking into going back to school 😁

[@rubidelahoz8591]

Thank you for your tips! I'm on my 1st semester of dental hygiene school. I bought a journal, and wrote down all the projects, exams and homework due. However, I am struggling keeping a schedule for my studying time. How do I even get started? Thanks again! 🧡

[@marissaestrada156]

Just coming across this. I’m in my first year and first quarter of a two year bachelors dental hygiene program. I’m STRUGGLING. These pointers I know are going to be helpful though 💕💕

[@EsEm312]

can you make a video about mandatory vaccination in order to get into school?

[@Bee_Mari]

Question: is the DH Program the same as going to a community college for A.A.S (Associates) in DENTAL HYGIENE? Or after the associates then the program? Are they the same?

[@shimmer4771]

In allied health programs, you have prerequisites you must first take before entering the program. You have anatomy and physiology (2) of them, then, anatomy and physiology lab 1 & 2, then college algebra, introductory to psychology, English class, medical terminology, and probably an introduction to statistics. Upon completion of this, (make sure your grades are high), then you apply to the program. Then, your in the actual program if you get accepted! I'm not in health programs, just doing research, lol.

[@Musihoodie]

@@shimmer4771 what pre reqs are at a community college?

[@takiawilliamson1]

I love your videos and your personality! Keep up the great work!

[@dana-ashliwatt8677]

Did you fail any classes while in the dental hygiene program?

[@beatrizperez2875]

Omg Girl! You inspire me so much! I just turned 22 and starting college. I have alot of desire for this career but I'm also very nervous and afraid I won't be able to go through it!! I've heard it's alot of work and hard!! How long did it take you to achieve your degree including your pre requisites??

[@Nastassjaferjuste]

Beatriz Perez about 4 years. It is a lot of work but can be done if you put in the work 💕

[@lilnunu28]

They do that.. make you have 5 exams, 2 tests, 6 projects!? In a week?

[@suzedenezaire2511]

I love you so much I watch each of your video everyday it’s really help me to start dental hygienists program next month Thank you so much for this advice and please keep on posting more video for more advice please.

[@Lovelyleyy]

So true about the study group..

[@agborrita6797]

Thank you. You are amazing. You just clear out all my doubts

[@sasha021392]

Thank you so much for the video! So so helpful! And you’re so pretty 😍

[@sasha021392]

How many hours a week were you working when you had 2 jobs? And how many did you go down to when you dropped down to one job?

[@alessiayegorova6159]

You are soooo helpful ! Love your channel:)

[@Toothfairyinloupes]

Loved all of the tips! Thank you so much

[@bodo1219]

I want to join Dental hygiene program next January and I'm so eager to start. I loved your videos a lot you gave a lot of hope.

[@StorytimeWithMya]

New subscriber! Thank you so much this video was helpful . I’m going to buy a life book today. ☺️💗

[@kamyabrowner3129]

I start school this spring I’m excited

[@itsfredarob3454]

I’m actually in nursing school but I love watching your videos...I’m so in need of a planner, can you share where you got the second planner you showed in your video (the smaller one with the quotes) thanks

[@briannaa321ify]

Thank god for your videos!

[@Davidthesyphnx]

When you’re a dental student do you go to class everyday or only a couple days a week?

[@kaitlynnags1384]

The program I’m going to take in Canada is a Monday to Friday 30 hours of class per week, with 3-4 hours of studying in the evening and studying and projects on the weekend

[@darlene1529]

hey love im in the dh program and im in my third semster im so nervous to go back specially because theres so many requirements to fulfill compared to second semester and specially looking xray patients and children

[@johnrogers5384]

Hi! I’m starting dental hygiene school in the fall. I was wondering: is there anything you wish you had studied or known going into the program? I want to make sure I start off on the right foot so I wonder if there is anything I should know going in to make life easier

[@Vanessa-nr4pn]

Did you do a lot of writing in your 4 year of schooling? And still out of school write a lot?

[@alicialarmond22]

Love the video starting dental school in September🦷

[@maidelisr]

Hey girl, how’s everything at the program?

[@alicialarmond22]

@@maidelisr it’s going great I love it , it’s definitely not easy but I really enjoy learning about all of the topics my exams are in November & January

[@maidelisr]

@@alicialarmond22 that’s so nice to hear. I start in August and I’m excited . But I’m not gonna lie . I feel a little bit intimidated by the amount of test and study . I’m trying to be positive 🙏😅 I hope the best on your test ! You got this 💪🏻

[@alicialarmond22]

@@maidelisr I feel like that too it’s a lot of work and a lot of studying but the best advice I was given was read chapters of textbook aim for one chapter a day and highlight the important information good luck for your test ! X

[@maidelisr]

@@alicialarmond22 that’s really a great idea . Thanks love . Keep me posted after your tests 💕

[@briannabucello6775]

Did you have to get a laptop for college? If you did, did it have to have a certain program?

[@Nastassjaferjuste]

Brianna Bucello I did because we had lots of projects and papers to write , the main programs like word doc and PowerPoint were essentials !

[@nicole27865]

What kind of projects did you do in dental hygiene school? Also did you have to write papers?

[@Nastassjaferjuste]

nicole27865 when I took community class we had a lot of projects , we had to do small presentations for kids , for the community etc... and yes I had to write papers 💓

[@alexandriaminervini6657]

Where did you get your life book? I just started my hygiene program and I’m so overwhelmed!!! I need that life book!

[@Musihoodie]

Is the program hard?

[@mehnazpervez8401]

Hi , I like your your videos a lot I have quick question .I am 53 years old I had been dental assistant now I got in dental hygiene program,but now I feel so much overwhelmed and now I am thinking should I gave up ?????I am so confused 😐 I don’t know what to do ? Can you please help me .!!!

[@aprilkatie6752]

YES. LOVE THIS.

[@mariamedina8677]

hey girl second time watching you rock, you are so insipire

[@iSandraYang]

Thank You so much for this!

[@ddavis954]

I'm curious how much you paid for your Dental Assistant Program? Your videos are awesome thank you for taking the time out to share your experience in the Dental Field.

[@luigishenanigans9580]

Love it!!!

[@Nastassjaferjuste]

Luigi Ungria bestie 😘

[@RandomityLove]

What do I do if this isnt offered in my state? All they have is Dental Assistant and medical. Idk what to do. The nearest school is Houston.

[@janetgarcia6173]

How many classes did you have a week

[@miguelr7216]

do you know what book you have? i'm seeing a 3E, E-book, 2E, and a couple of others.

[@bornsinner5944]

Is math required for this career? It’s my worst subject and gives me anxiety to do hygiene.

[@kaitlynnags1384]

Born Sinner yes it is, you need to do university level statistics. I know exactly how you feel, I hate math and just had to do a bunch of high school math courses again in order to get higher grades and build the foundation for the harder math. Stop telling yourself that you’re bad at math and start believing in yourself! The more you work at it and get more comfortable with math, the easier it will become

[@bialkhair8264]

Hiii can y ou show us your books and refrences?

[@withloveliyah_]

How did you find patients? Struggling.

[@foreverreeseluxe3806]

Where did you get your life book? Who is it by?

[@queenb9145]

Do you still have some of the books you used throughout the semester?

[@queenb9145]

Did you like drink some coffee or anything that helped you stay up all night ?

[@jh5805]

On a scale of 1-10 how hard would your rate dental hygiene like college and the program and everything?

[@UnpredictableAri]

Did you do associates or bachelors

[@lali423]

Did you have time to join a sorority or was it to much at that point ?

[@breannahayden3021]

I’m getting out of the military soon and planning on going to school I really want to do dental hygiene. My question Is it two years of school then u can apply for dental hygienists school ? Or do u just have to complete the prerequisites course first. And how long did it take for you to finish your prerequisites course

[@adiaslife]

You have to complete the preqs first before applying to dental hygiene program .

[@breannahayden3021]

@@adiaslife thank you. Lol. Good news I actually got accepted into the program. I start in august

[@katj8120]

🖤🖤🖤

[@komalsidhu8435]

hi tajah!! i want to do dental hygiene.. plz tell me.. how to take admission... and what to read specifically for pre exam.. it includes math, chemistry, physics, bio?? can u tell me more about the pre exam plz

[@saharalinwood4]

Where did you get your hair girl ?

[@ericmonroe.]

I’m a student at Altierus career college, I’m studying dental assistant

[@sarahghabte]

Can u talk about how u prepared for the practical exam?

[@aslii5869]

Were there days were you just didnt know how to do your school work and if so who guided you

[@Nastassjaferjuste]

Asmaa Isse yes ! I made some research or I would reach out to other classmates and even ask my instructors ! But it’s gonna happen lol

[@aslii5869]

Tajah Ferjuste thnks for replying💕

[@Shar1924]

Where did you go to university for undergrad?

[@artfromtheheart4888]

Do you get like a study guide for your test?

[@asiahfisher2249]

When you had lecture was it with the same people your were in clinic with

[@yolandaavila1883]

Did you work while you were in the dental hygiene program?

[@Nastassjaferjuste]

Yolanda Avila yes!

[@yolandaavila1883]

Tajah Ferjuste what days did you work? And where? I need help deciding how many hours a week I should work

[@bodo1219]

Tajah Ferjuste were you working in the field ?

[@AZ-vh5tf]

Tajah Ferjuste Elaborate!! Please! I will be working as well and I feel like if I get accepted into DH school then I would be the only one working.

[@PrettyZiah1]

Did you use your notes on some test ?

[@shan1368]

Gang gang

[@godsgrace8307]

❤️❤️❤️

[@marwaali0714]

im graduateing td and imma go dental hyg sooo plzz pry for meee to get all done ....

[@kingsolomon1724]

Is it different dental and oral hygiene or the same??

[@Nastassjaferjuste]

Selam Tesfaye you mean dental school vs dental hygiene? If so then big YES lol