r/DentalRDH

Im on month three of working as a RDH and I had a patient yesterday who needed local SRP in one area. The rest of his mouth was pretty damn clean, there was just radiographic calculus between two molars with 5mm pocket. I can’t tell anyone how long and hard I worked on that area just to take a post xray and still see the calc there… I ran out of time so will be rescaling the area when that person comes back. I just feel so discouraged and feel like I should work in pediatric. Any advice will be great help!

Hi all, I’m a 27-year-old male who has changed my degree four times. I served 7 years in the U.S Army as a mechanic, the GI Bill has given me the privilege of being able to change my degree from “Kiniesiology ➡️Biblical Studies➡️Psychology➡️Sociiology➡️ to now a Dental Hygienist.

My wife and I realized that careers don't have to be something you're passionate about; sometimes, it can just be a job that you can see yourself doing competently while saving your passions for outside of work.

My question is, is there anyone out there who isn't passionate about dental but has found fulfillment in the field?

Hi everyone! 👋

My sister is Reem from egypt a Dental Hygiene student at Oxford College right here in Scarborough 🇨🇦. To completing graduation requirements, she looking for dedicated patients who need a thorough, full mouth clean-up and checkup 🪥.

Fun fact: shr was actually a dentist back in Egypt before moving to Canada 🇪🇬! All procedures are performed under the direct, professional supervision of Registered Dental Hygienists and Licensed Dentists 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️.

🏥 WHAT YOU GET (COMPREHENSIVE CARE):

🔍 Full checkup on your teeth, gums, jaw, and oral cancer screening.

📸 Dental X-rays (if needed).

✨ Deep cleaning & removal of stubborn tartar/plaque buildup.

🛡️ Fluoride Application.

👶👦 Fissure Sealants (incredible for protecting both kids and adults from cavities!).

💎 Professional Polishing.

🍏 Personalized guidance on proper brushing techniques and diet to keep your smile healthy long-term!

⏳ THE COMMITMENT:

Because we are in an academic setting and prioritize extreme precision and detail, each appointment takes about 3 hours, and we will need around 4 to 7 sessions in total ⏱️.

🎁 YOUR PERKS & REWARDS:

To show my huge appreciation for your time, patience, and help:

-> I will completely cover your registration fee AND X-rays! 💸

-> Plus, you will receive a cash reward at the end of your final appointment! 💵🎉

📍 LOCATION & SCHEDULE:

-> Where: Oxford College -> 300 Borough Drive inside the Scarborough Town Centre, right next to the Cineplex entrance 🏫

-> Available Times:

• Mondays & Thursdays: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM ☀️

• Wednesdays: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM 🌅

Hey all,

Wanting to reach out and possibly see if others have been in the same boat. I planned to apply for a dental hygiene bachelor program in my state and have been attending a university with a pre-dental hygiene route to help meet the pre-requsites for the program. Unfortunately life has happened and it's not longer going to be feasible to relocate to attend this bachelors program if I got accepted into it. I'm currently on my second year and have this fall and spring semester to finish the pre-requsites (class-wise not including community service, leadership, shadowing that is also needed) but anyways I was looking into applying to an asoicate dental hygiene program instead because the schools are in a more reasonable location. I still plan to finish out this fall and spring semester as I am under the impression that I will still earn an AS. My concern is how the process of applying to an associates program is and later down the road if I wanted to pursue the bachelors if my past schooling will help. Thanks in advance.