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.
Our Dental Hygiene students can earn an associate of science degree in approximately 16 months. Graduates also are eligible to take the National Board written examination and a State and/or Regional Board Examination for licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist.