The health of the mouth can affect the health of the entire body. Infection and inflammation of the teeth and gums can have long-term systemic consequences. In our B.S. in Dental Hygiene program, one of the finest dental hygiene programs in the U.S. you will learn just how important the dental hygienist is to patients overall health and will acquire the in-classroom knowledge and hands-on expertise you need for success in this highly rewarding field.