# 136: Are You Studying High-Yield Topics in Dental Hygiene School...Or Are You Wasting Time?

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Podcast: [Dental Hygiene Basics](https://stenobird.com/podcast/dental-hygiene-basics-6456567)
Published: 2026-03-23T05:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Dental hygiene school can make it feel like you need to memorize everything—but not every topic carries the same weight. In this episode, Dana breaks down how to recognize high-yield dental hygiene topics—the concepts that show up repeatedly across classes, impact patient safety, and are commonly tested on exams and the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE). Instead of spreading your study time thin, start paying attention to patterns: what instructors repeat, what appears on multiple quizzes, and what connects to real clinical decision-making.  Struggling on your dental hygiene school journey? Download our free guide to help you overcome your dental hygiene hurdles HERE ! Thank you to our sponsor, Student RDH, for supporting Dental Hygiene Basics! You can access more information on their national boards prep services here . 🟠 Struggling in school? https://dentalhygienebasics.mykajabi.com/pl/2148740487 🟠 Socials: @dentalhygienebasics 🟠 Scholarships: www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarships 🟠 See all FREE upcoming student events: www.dentalhygienebasics.com/events Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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