Do they offer short accelerated dental hygienist programs?
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If you have a degree, typically if you have the pre-req courses done you should be able to get a diploma in 2 years max.
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theres dental tech schools in the local colleges and dental schools in the major schools around you contact the dental aide program to get free or reduced cleanings and xrays then use them as a referral for the surgury at the college and ask the social director or social worker for transport info and if your a vet like me theres more options also some dentist do this type of thing for a community clinic call the local salvation army or goodwill center for more info theres a lot out there i go for free fillings and tooth extractions at the community clinic in my town
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I had Northwestern's Dental school downtown do all my dental work and it was WAY cheaper than the lowest estimate from a dentist. It was a few years ago and I don't have the number anymore, but I'm sure you could find it online.
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It is great.  I am a people person and enjoy helping people understand how important dental health is in relation to the whole body.  People think of dental hygienists as only cleaning teeth.  While we do clean teeth, we also do deep cleanings, oral cancer exams, take x-rays, chart existing restorations, go over medical history, take blood pressure, give injections, teach proper brushing and flossing techniques, Identify and explain oral pathology, etc.  Hygienists have a difficult curriculum in school.  We take three anatomies, including head and neck anatomy, biochemistry, micro biology, Periodontology, Pharmacology, Oral pathology, tooth morphology, radiology, and all of the clinical courses which teach instrumentation and hands on experience with real patients.  I love hygiene because I have a great schedule, I work 32 hours a week and get paid for forty, the schedule is flexible, I get free dental care, and I get paid a lot of money.  I did not go into the dental hygiene field because of the money, I have always loved dentistry, and the money issue just puts the icing on the cake.  I don't work any weekends for holidays and receive great benefits, such as my office went to las Vegas twice in the last two months for a dental convention.  Some people can't imagine doing what I do for a living.  That is okay, hygiene is not for everyone.  I would much rather deal with someones mouth, then the other end.  So for me hygiene is great.
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There is one in Angel. Its exactly opp the Angel Tube station and its called Angel  Practice. its the best ever. a sweet little italin guy does my teeth, he is sooooooo gentlle and my teeth are in best condition for years. \n\nmight not be near where you hoped, but hey its worth the travel.
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A dental college.  You will be worked on by a student, but the work is free.  I don't know where one is near you though.
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I would not only contact but I would visit the dentist school I planned on attending and ask them what they recommend you to take. That usually heads off problems in the long-run finding out you should have taken this or that class or that you wasted your time and money taking other things. I would NOT rely on the current school for recommendations. They may claim to know what you need to take but I've never seen it. I have seen over and over and over courses recommended that are not needed, which could have been avoided, then the student has to spend that much longer getting the classes he/she needs to get in the desired university.
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He should check with student services at his school, usually they have different types of insurance for their students.  If there is a Dental School, they can have work done there at either low or no cost.
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This web site was recommended by someone a couple of days ago.  Also, if you need treatment and cannot afford it, do you live near a university that has a dental school?   Or check phone book for County Dental Association for a recommendation of a dentist who works on a sliding scale according to your income.  Good Luck.
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Most dental schools have clinics that are cheaper than established dentists.\n\nYou can also look into state funded health care if your income is really small.\n\nGood luck
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try a dentistry school. they usually do stuff like that for free.
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Check into becoming a patient at the University of Pennsylvania or Temple University dental schools in Philly.  Their fees are below the general market rate.
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i know of one.  it's a very good plan and cheap.  and it takes care of ongonig treatment.\n\ne-mail me.  just click on my profile and it will provide this info.  i'll be glad to share it with you.\ni hope you live in the U.S.\nit not only dental, but other ongoing treatments.
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No you cannot you need at least 3 years before becoming a denta hygenist.
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Look for dental colleges in your area.  They often have students preform the same services as a dentist for little or no money.  These students have gone through years of training and are constantly supervised.\nBut, when these services are offered, they fill up fast!!  Check colleges in your area and then call to make a time.
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TRY THE DENTAL SCHOOL OF MILWAUKEE,WISCONSIN
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Dental schools will usually provide free dental care so the students can practice - it's actually a good deal and they are watched so no mistakes are made - I've heard great things about it.