Dental Hygiene
Registered dental hygienists are credentialed and licensed health professionals who serve integral roles in the delivery of oral health care.
DENTAL HYGIENE
Registered dental hygienists are credentialed and licensed health professionals who serve integral roles in the delivery of oral health care. Georgia Workforce 2014 ranked dental hygiene a field that is “fast growing, high-paying, and expected to offer plentiful job openings over the projected period.”
The Dental Hygiene program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) and regulated by the Georgia Board of Dentistry.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Dental Hygiene Program at West Georgia Technical College is to educate, prepare, and graduate highly skilled dental hygiene professionals committed to promoting total health and wellness through the prevention and control of oral disease. Through a structured, student-centered curriculum, the program fosters the development of strong clinical, technical, and critical thinking skills. The program's commitment to excellence ensures that students are thoroughly prepared to graduate and be well equipped to provide comprehensive oral health care and education in private dental practices, public health, community, and educational settings.
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Accreditation
Commission on Dental Accreditation
Contact Information: Commission on Dental Accreditation
211 E. Chicago Avenue Chicago, IL 60611
1-800-621-8099, Extension 4653
Faculty and Staff
Melondy Martin, MDH, BASDH, RDH
Program Director / Clinical Instructor
770-947-7225
Building A, room 216
Kimberly Wilson, BS, CDA
Administrative Assistant
770-947-7210
Building A, room 137
Dental Hygiene Clinic, front desk