Program Overview

Program Overview

The Dental Hygiene program at Weber State University offers students a strong foundation in clinical and community care. As the flagship dental hygiene program in the state, it provides students with unique opportunities, including multiple high-impact clinical and educational experiences.

Program Details

The program offers two degree options:

• Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene
• Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene

Accreditation

The program is fully accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), which is part of the American Dental Association.

Program Highlights

• Students gain experience working with the latest technology in providing hands-on and rewarding patient care.
• Highly skilled faculty and low faculty-student ratios offer students personalized instruction and mentorship in both the classroom and clinical settings.
• Students learn the latest in oral health trends and evidence-based practice in providing dental hygiene care.

Curriculum

Students will learn the skills accepted as standards of care of dental hygienists, including:

• Dental X-rays
• 3D CBCT imaging
• Teeth cleaning
• Periodontal therapy
• Fluoride treatment
• Diode laser treatment

Career Opportunities

Graduates become dental hygienists at:

• Private and group dental practices
• Specialty practices such as periodontal, pedodontic, and orthodontic clinics
• Residential care facilities
• Schools and other settings With a bachelor's degree, graduates will also be qualified to teach part-time in Weber State's dental hygiene program, along with other dental hygiene programs.

Faculty Perspective

The program emphasizes educating students about their role in the healthcare team and their responsibility for improving patients' overall health.