• The dental hygienist is a member of the oral health team and is responsible for a wide range of services related to the provision of oral healthcare and patient education. 
  • The entry level Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) degree program provides the education and training needed to become a dental hygienist.
  • It also allows students to explore not only the professional responsibilities of a clinician but also roles in research, education, public health, administration, and advocacy.
  • The Dental Hygiene undergraduate degree program includes classroom and laboratory work as well as hands-on experience at many specialty clinics, offering students a wide variety of patient experiences. Intraprofessional (dental students and dental hygiene students) joint courses and shared clinical care of patients further broadens the dental hygiene student learning experiences.
  • Dental hygiene students are taught by both dental and dental hygiene faculty who are committed to preparing students to be the next leaders and best in the profession.