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If you hold a Dental Hygiene license in another state, are there any other licensure requirements specific to the BSDH or Post-Bac Cert Programs?
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Yes. If the applicant's dental hygiene license does not meet Minnesota dental hygiene licensure requirements, specifically with regard to the administration of local anesthesia and nitrous oxide inhalation sedation, the applicant will be required to
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Are there specific foods or treats that will help maintain good dental health for either dogs or cats?
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Dr. Rosenblad: Appropriate chew treats and toys, such as crunchy biscuits, rawhides, rope toys, can encourage chewing, which can reduce plaque and calculus buildup. Look for foods and products with the VOHC (Veterinary Oral Health Council) seal of ap
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School officials want to make school-based dental sealant program services available to all students in the school rather than to students in specific grades. How should program staff respond?
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A school-based dental sealant program is a public health activity that is primarily designed to target students who are least likely to receive oral health care from dentists in private practice. Students from families with low incomes are at higher
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Are there any specific physical requirements necessary to perform dental hygiene functions?
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Yes. A dental hygienist must have use of both hands, dexterity in the fingers and tactile sensitivity to manipulate dental instruments, materials, dental handpieces, and operate dental equipment. The use of feet is necessary to manipulate rheostat fo
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Is there a specific contact at Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Delta Dental?
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Blue Cross/Blue Shield Provider number for area codes: 248, 313, 517, 734, and 810: 800-482-5141 616: 800-531-2583 906: 800 -517-4441 Delta Dental number is: 800-462-728
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