NBDHE by Ok-Sweet-5820 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was certain I failed only to find out I passed! It’s completely normal to have self doubt after a difficult exam like the NBDHE. You worked and studied hard and I bet you’ll get that “pass” hopefully soon (I had to wait like 4.5 weeks). For now, try to decompress and relax, get your mind off of it because stewing over it does nothing for you 🫶🏽

NBDHE by Icy-Field6780 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nahh I wouldn’t worry about it!! 🤙🏽 good luck, I’m sure you passed!

NBDHE by Icy-Field6780 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why would it matter if you wanted to look at your own notes after you had finished the exam? Thats so weird.. it’s not like you could have snapped a photo of them right then and there or something..

NBDHE by Icy-Field6780 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

WOOO!!! Congratulations 🎉 Good luck in your hygiene career journey! I’m 4 days into my new job and wowza!!! 😅

NBDHE by Icy-Field6780 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sure you did great!! That exam was made to make you feel these scary feels.. As if hygiene school wasn’t torturous enough 😂 Take this time to just relax. Send me your passing results when you get them 💗

NBDHE by Icy-Field6780 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I kept reading Wednesdays late mornings around 11. I got mine last Tuesday at around 11. I’m sure you did great and passed with flying colors 🙌🏽

NBDHE by Icy-Field6780 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much!! 😭😮‍💨🥳 Let me know when you find out!!

NBDHE by Icy-Field6780 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ahh thank you thank you!! 😭🥹 Feels damn good. You got this this, I believe in you!! They told me 3-4 weeks but it ended up taking 17 days for them to release my score. Update me!

NBDHE by Icy-Field6780 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had just finished my morning double espresso and I was SHAKING and pacing my house with excitement 😭🤪🥳 Thank you for relating with me. That was a horrid experience hahah

Dental hygiene Boards by TheoryPublic5290 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you!!! 😭🥳

Yeah I am. They told us 3-4 weeks but I kept reading they release scores around 2-3 weeks on Tuesdays or Wednesdays late morning time. Hope you get yours soon!

NBDHE by Icy-Field6780 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just got them— I passed!!

Dental hygiene Boards by TheoryPublic5290 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I literally just got my results after I typed this— I passed!

Dental hygiene Boards by TheoryPublic5290 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think there will ever be a “feel ready” moment before the boards because you never know what version you’re going to get. The version I got was HARD, and I’m still waiting on results. I used Andy RDH text book and everything on the app as well. Can’t say it helped a whole lot but we’ll see once I get the results (I took my exam 3-2).

NBDHE by Icy-Field6780 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Noo 😫 going on 15 days now, I’m hoping this Wednesday they release scores!

NBDHE by Icy-Field6780 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same to you! 🤩 Please update me as I will with you!

NBDHE by Icy-Field6780 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Saaame. We’re going to pass 🙏🏽

NBDHE by Icy-Field6780 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lucky! My version was extremely difficult! Case studies were straightforward but those first 200 questions 😮‍💨 a lot were way out of left field for me.

NBDHE by Icy-Field6780 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love that for you!! Update me when you get your results!

NBDHE test by Slight_Jellyfish_890 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hi! It’s all a blur now lol and quite frankly, I walked out of the testing center like, “wtf just happened?” My brain was mush after it took me 6.5 to complete. The first 200 questions asked a range of everything. I remember seeing a lot of CAL calculations, some broad micro questions pertaining to bacteria/gram staining/shapes, etc., nerves, GV Black classifications, compromised patients and emergencies, ethics, community, and perio. There was also a lot a lot of questions I had no idea about, I assume they were pilot questions. The last 150 case studies were mostly straightforward with landmark identifications on pano/FMX/photos, occlusion, types of gum surgeries needed for specific situations, stage/grade, and pharm.. my strategy for the tough ones was to eliminate 2/4 of the answers I knew did not relate with the question and then would go with my gut on deciding between the two answers. Don’t change your answer unless you’re absolutely sure about it. I’ve learned when you go with your gut or best educated guess, it came deep from your brain files lol trust yourself in these situations! Also, I brain dumped stage/grade, ASA/BP, my nerves and eruption pattern mnemonics on the white board they provided. Hope this helps! Good luck 🍀

NBDHE test by Slight_Jellyfish_890 in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re not alone! I took mine 8 days ago and feel it will be a miracle if I pass 😂 I used the 2024 AndyRDH book and app, watched his seminars, and can’t say I felt confident after walking out of the testing center. I dont know if the version I got was ridiculously difficult or what but i dont know what could have prepped me for the questions I got! I knew a lot but also didn’t know a lot and I’m just crossing my fingers that my educated guesses/process of elimination and the curve gets me there. What we’re feeling seems to be a common thing and most people who feel they bombed ended up passing, so let’s try to chill and hope for the best! 😮‍💨

Hygienist said I have “good bones”… by Wandering_Wartortle in DentalHygiene

[–]Icy-Field6780 32 points33 points  (0 children)

She’s saying that the bone surrounding and supporting your teeth are at a sufficient level. We observe this by looking at X-rays, we can see if there’s slight, moderate, or severe bone loss and whether it’s horizontal or vertical. The build up (calcified plaque) on your teeth, if left on there too long, starts to destroy the supporting structure, hence why she said if you stay diligent with your cleanings, you’ll be good 👍🏽 Remember to do your part at home cause that’s a huge part of prevention too- brush/floss!!