Dental Hygiene
Pursuing a career in dental hygiene by earning an associate degree from Mount Ida is a good choice for those who have an interest in healthcare, display good manual dexterity and demonstrate strength in the sciences. Prior to admission, students must have successfuly taken college-level Chemistry I&II and Anatomy&Physiology I&II. Candidates are encouraged but not required to take other college-level courses as well.
The program takes place over four consecutive full-time semesters. The curriculum combines general college courses with dental science classes and laboratory work all in the College's state-of the-art dental center. Students gain additional clinical experience at externship sites such as Boston University Dental School, Tuft's College of Dental Medicine, community health centers, and other rotation sites. Coursework includes the development of skills in areas such as patient assessment, exposing and processing x-rays, taking impressions, applying therapeutic and preventive materials in the oral cavity, instructing patients in oral hygiene, removing deposits from teeth, and administering local anesthesia. Small class sizes lead to exceptional individual instruction, preparing you for national and regional examinations after graduation.
Our associate degree recipients are encouraged to pursue a bachelor degree, thereby increasing their opportunities to work as a dental hygiene consultants, dental hygiene educators and administrators for both public agencies and private organizations.
To learn more about this program and application requirements, contact the admissions office at admissions@mountida.edu or call 617-928-4553.
