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Dental Hygiene: Introduction

All General Education Credits may not be acceptable for transfer. Therefore, Applicants must contact the affiliate college directly to determine the residency credit requirement for the number of general education credits, which must be taken at that college.

Keystone testing is required as a part of the admissions process. For information please contact the affiliate institution.

The affiliates maintain policies which outline residency requirements regarding transfer credits. Students taking pre-requisite courses will be required to register for the following number of credits at the designated affiliate institutions:

Brookdale Community College
30 cr.
Essex County College
TBA
Raritan Valley Community College
22 cr.
Union County College
17 cr.
Thomas Edison State College
12 cr.

 

Introduction

Admissions

Location

Program

Applications

 

Curriculum

Financial

 

 

Brookdale Community College

Ph: (732) 224-2400

Essex County College

Ph: (973) 877-3271

Raritan Valley Community College

Ph: (908) 253-6688

Thomas Edison State College

Ph: (888) 442-8372

Union County College

Ph: (908) 709-7518,
(908) 709-7525 or (908) 709-7075

 

Clinical affiliation site for the provision of dental patent services. Clinical facility for the provision of preclinical, laboratory and patient care services.

New Jersey Dental School 

Scotch Plains Dental Suite 

Director:
Carolyn Breen, Ed.D., RDH, RDA

The Dental Hygiene Program prepares individuals interested in providing preventive, educational and therapeutic services to the public. In order to expose students to the most modern equipment and advanced treatment techniques, the facilities of the UMDNJ-New Jersey Dental School and the School of Health Related Professions-Scotch Plains Dental Suite are utilized. Prospective dental hygiene students must possess manual dexterity, good vision, optimal oral and personal hygiene habits and good communication skills.

The Dental Hygienist's Scope of Practice

The Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) is a member of the oral health care team who provides treatment to prevent oral diseases, under the supervision of a dentist. Clinical skills include performing oral health assessments, examining head, neck and oral regions for disease, exposing, processing and mounting x-rays and other diagnostic tests, removing deposits from teeth, applying sealants and fluoride to prevent decay, providing nutritional counseling and patient education and other patient services as delegated by the dentist. Dental hygienists are also involved in community dental education and public health.

Photograph of a dental hygiene student providing oral hygiene instructions to a patient in the Scotch Plains dental facility.
Photograph of a dental hygiene student providing preventive services to a patient in the Scotch Plains dental facility.
Patient education: Oral hygiene

 

 Deposit removal


Commonly Asked Questions about Dental Hygiene

Where do dental hygienists work?

  • Private dental offices
  • Group practices
  • Hospitals and Dental Clinics
  • Insurance companies
  • Dental suppliers
  • Dental manufacturing companies
  • Armed services
  • Educational institutions
  • Public health offices
  • Research
  • Dental personnel placement services
  • International employment

Are there opportunities for career advancement for dental hygienists?

Yes. Registered dental hygienists can further their education beyond the Associate in Applied Science degree level, preparing them for careers as educators, administrators, researchers, and dentists. UMDNJ-SHRP provides opportunities for Registered Dental Hygienists to continue their education in the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences Program.

What are the advantages of a career in dental hygiene?

  • High hourly wages
  • Good working environment
  • Flexible hours
  • High-demand profession
  • Opportunity to help others
  • Member of health care delivery team

What are the employment prospects for dental hygienists?

Dental Hygiene continue to be a fast growing occupation with excellent opportunities.

What is the average salary for dental hygienists?

Most dental hygienists may command a minimum hourly wage of $30 to $34 upon graduation. Some employers offer uniform allowances, reimbursement for continuing education and professional dues, health benefits, and pension plans.

 

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