Do I need to go to dental school?

Q. I just want to get in touch and ask you if i really do need to go to dental school in order to become a dental hygienist as i have been looking into things lately about what I want do do with my life career wise and the dental industry does look like a very good option but I have seen how much dental schools cost and I just don't think my parents will be able to afford it, any help you can give me would be great.

A. Thanks for getting in touch with me, this is a very good question and it is very good to hear that you are thinking about what you want to do with your life as planning if the key to most good things in life. I have got to tell you that I've got some good and bad news regarding your question, yes you will have to go to dental school in order to become a dental hygienist, you need specific training in order to become qualified and legal to practice on patients. I know how expensive dental schools can be but there are a few things that you can look into to help you pay for dental school, there are government grants and some schools do give loans which are to be paid off when you are qualified and working. There are always things that you can do, so don't give up just yet, i'm sure you will be able to become a dental hygienist in no time at all.