There is a stigma that older individuals can't keep up in hygiene school and we are here to dispel that rumor. Our friend Brooke went back to school at 47 after 22 years as a dental assistant, she tells all about the struggles and successes this journey has brought for her.

Find us on Instagram and tik tok at Mountainmamahygiene

Mia and Nicole go over ways they and other classmates make money during dental hygiene school which requires almost full time dedication.

Suggestions:

Upside for gas/resturants- Nicole237328 

Rover/Wag 

Babysitting 

Assisting jobs/part time 

Service industry 

Spark/Uber eats/Doordash/postmates 

Instacart 

Amazon driver 

Credit card Rewards 

Mia and Nicole discuss their personal struggles as well as advice for the hardship hygiene school can bring to your mental health. How the way we handle our day to day makes a big difference in our overall outlook on the experience we are sharing.

This is not medical or professional advice, please seek help if you are concerned with your mental or physical health.

Advice mentioned:

Betterhelp, Talkspace, Online therapy

Youtube meditation

School resources

Therapy through your insurance

Family and Friends to lean on

Holiday Gift Guide for Dental Professionals!

Loupe strap 

https://www.dentalhygienenation.com/collections/loupe-strap 

Window Bird Feeder

https://www.amazon.com/Window-Feeder-Nature-Anywhere-Sliding/dp/B00TI7OPP2/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=UV4L2XEY95HO&keywords=window+bird+feeder&qid=1702054484&sprefix=window+bird+fe%2Caps%2C176&sr=8-2-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1

 DH 4910 subscription 

https://www.dentalhygienenation.com/products/dhns4910 

Clinic bag bogg bag, temu, amazon 

https://www.amazon.com/TOPDesign-Resistant-Exterior-Interior-Accountants/dp/B095PKSXQ3/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=2HTPN3EVJYU0C&keywords=clinic%2Bbag&qid=1702054229&sprefix=clinic%2Bbag%2Caps%2C144&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1&psc=1 

https://www.amazon.com/BOGG-BAG-Original-Waterproof-19x15x9-5/dp/B0BTQXRPGQ/ref=sr_1_8?crid=34ODX7PU19X4B&keywords=bogg+bag&qid=1702054281&sprefix=bogg+bag%2Caps%2C187&sr=8-8 

Clinic tackle box 

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Large-Makeup-Train-Case-Cosmetics-Organizer-Matte-Black-6-Trays-8-6-x-11-8-x-9-4/1322499935?athbdg=L1100&from=/search 

Water bottle- stanley, hydroflask, hydrojug 

https://www.amazon.com/Stanley-Quencher-FlowState-Stainless-Insulated/dp/B0BQZBPS4G/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1EHHGIYKPOGEF&keywords=stanley%2B40%2Boz%2Btumbler%2Bwith%2Bhandle&qid=1702054314&sprefix=stanley%2Caps%2C158&sr=8-5&th=1 

https://www.amazon.com/Hydro-Flask-Stainless-Insulated-Dishwasher/dp/B0BMQTVVWD/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=2CIXCWYQ8RA12&keywords=hydroflask&qid=1702054343&sprefix=hydroflask%2Caps%2C427&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1 

https://www.amazon.com/HydroJug-Integrated-Reusable-Durable-Plastic/dp/B09JYXZR1M/ref=sr_1_6?crid=P3EDWSQ8EXDJ&keywords=hydrojug&qid=1702054364&sprefix=hydrojug%2Caps%2C282&sr=8-6&th=1 

Sweatshirts- Etsy 

https://www.dentalhygienenation.com/collections/sweats 

https://www.hygieneglow.com/collections/hoodies-and-sweatshirts 

Candles 

https://www.amazon.com/Smells-Badass-Dental-Hygienist-Candle/dp/B0CMXC8G6D/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3GANKV9DNDFQY&keywords=hygienist+candles&qid=1702054630&sprefix=hygienst+candles%2Caps%2C176&sr=8-5 

Tooth earrings 

https://www.amazon.com/coadipress-Earrings-Creative-Stainless-Polished/dp/B095W6HMBD/ref=sr_1_6?crid=1NZ07H6FC80Z9&keywords=tooth+earrings&qid=1702054902&sprefix=tooth+earring%2Caps%2C170&sr=8-6 

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1323767865/pink-glitter-tooth-earrings-single-set?click_key=239b9b41c4aa2b01dab039001081840f4346a064%3A1323767865&click_sum=df9cb735&ref=shop_home_recs_6&pro=1&sts=1 

Other Ideas:

Massage gift card- Massage Envy, local places, Groupon. 

Coffee gift card or mug- Starbucks, Dutch Bros, Panera, Einstein's,  

Board Review Material

Figs, Fabletics, Mandala scrub set

Mia and Nicole go over their favorite ways to study and give tips for success!

Apps for Board Review:

Andy RDH

NBDHE

Student RDH

DHS

They have in person and virtual reviews as well. See Hygiene Students Facebook page for used study materials and even used instruments.

Quizlet is a fantastic site for studying!

Talking about the secret society of clinic! how clinic runs, what our must haves are and how we find patients! Join us!

Must Haves:

Blood Pressure Cuff:

https://www.amazon.com/Omron-Upper-Blood-Pressure-Monitor/dp/B07S3LNS1L/ref=sr_1_5?crid=O246MFGDH40N&keywords=blood+pressure+cuff&qid=1701907369&sprefix=blood+pressure+cuf%2Caps%2C143&sr=8-5

Salt Lamp:

https://www.amazon.com/Himalayan-Glow-1001-Table-Lamps/dp/B002LZUE76/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=3AYVLQ94DAMXO&keywords=salt+lamp&qid=1701907401&sprefix=salt+lamp%2Caps%2C144&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1

Speaker Clock:

https://www.amazon.com/BUFFBEE-Bluetooth-Speaker-Alarm-Clock/dp/B0BL3GPZ5T/ref=sr_1_5?crid=A2L71ON4X50V&keywords=small+speaker+with+clock&qid=1701907455&sprefix=small+speaker+with+clcok%2Caps%2C183&sr=8-5

Expo Marker:

https://www.amazon.com/Shuttle-Art-Magnetic-Whiteboard-Dry-Erase/dp/B086W55NRY/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?content-id=amzn1.sym.c9738cef-0b5a-4096-ab1b-6af7c45832cd%3Aamzn1.sym.c9738cef-0b5a-4096-ab1b-6af7c45832cd&keywords=expo+markers+magnetic&pd_rd_r=10ff6abc-a77a-4174-ab7e-6309c38ce97d&pd_rd_w=UAKW0&pd_rd_wg=Cm1aU&pf_rd_p=c9738cef-0b5a-4096-ab1b-6af7c45832cd&pf_rd_r=KSM4GCR40RVYQ31J8CT0&qid=1701907487&sr=8-3-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1

Mia and Nicole relive their first days in hygiene school. The good, the bad, and the ugly of starting school and would they do it all over again?

Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): 

https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/neon-lights 

License code: OFIG7XQBZ2RQ02WG 

I’m Mia and I’m Nicole and this is the ToothBytes podcast! We are going to share our experience with dental hygiene school and beyond. Handing you the knowledge and tips we wish we knew to help you along your journey.

Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): 

https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/neon-lights 

License code: OFIG7XQBZ2RQ02WG