In food terms, you could hit (and even exceed) that target by eating the following foods over the course of a day: Â½ cup oatmeal (3 grams fiber), 1 small banana (3 grams), Â½ cup cooked red or black beans (7 grams), 1 small apple (5 grams), Â½ cup lentils (8 grams), and Â½ cup blueberries (3 grams).
Classes you need to take to become a dental hygienist An associates degree in dental hygiene, which takes two years, is required to start practice. High school students should focus on core courses, including biology, chemistry, and math.
Education. Dental hygienists typically need an associateâs degree in dental hygiene. Bachelor's degrees in dental hygiene are also available, but are less common. A bachelor's or master's degree is usually required for research, teaching, or clinical practice in public or school health programs.