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Jenalee Elle is a Former Student and Dental Hygiene Instructor at Carrington College, Boise!

Elisa J King, Career Services Advisor at Carrington College, nominated Jenalee Elle for a faculty spotlight. Elisa was Jenalee’s student in 2015; the two now work together.  “I nominated her because she is a phenomenal teacher,” Elisa says. “She is always positive, upbeat, and super supportive of her students and her coworkers. She’s always willing […]

Q&A with Dental Hygiene Student Yelena Ruppel

Q&A with Yelena Ruppel

Please tell us a little about yourself. I’ve got five kiddos and I’m in school full-time. I’m currently not working because that’s too much for me. I can only handle so much! I had a couple of things that happened in my life that made me want to go back to school. Four years ago, […]

Q&A with Pharmacy Technician and Recent Graduate Student Michael Hernandez

Michael Hernandez

Please tell us a little about yourself. I was born in Riverside, California, and raised in Albuquerque. I have three sisters—two older and one younger. I graduated from Rio Grande High School in 2015 and didn’t think too much about college or a career after that. I’ve spent the past year working at Presbyterian Hospital […]

What to Know About Working in a Dental Office

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Updated: March 12, 2026 We’ve all sat in the dentist’s chair at least once, but what is working in a dental office like? The dental field offers a fast-paced, hands-on environment that many find professionally fulfilling. If you’re exploring a career in dental assisting or dental hygiene, understanding the day-to-day experience can help you decide […]

What Will I Learn: Dental Hygiene

Are you interested in a career helping people with their smiles? Then come check out the Dental Hygiene[1] program at Carrington College! Check out what students in Carrington College’s Dental Hygiene program have to say about what they’re learning. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMqFmw47A34 “It’s incredible how much you learn in the classroom at Carrington College. I think with […]

Kid Tooth Tips: Baby vs. Adult Teeth

Maybe you’ve got a little one whose mouth has turned into a faucet from all that drool, or maybe your kiddo is awaiting his or her first visit from the Tooth Fairy. Either way, it’s time to get the scoop on those teeth. Want to know the drill on baby versus adult teeth? Then look […]

A Day in the Life of a Dental Hygienist

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work as a dental hygienist? Carrington College Dental Hygiene[1] program graduates shared what a typical day is like working in the field. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypHT_zW3oI8   “I love working with people every day, I love making people feel comfortable in an environment where they’re not usually comfortable and I […]

All About the Tooth Fairy

Parents, the times have changed – a single quarter under your kid’s pillow just isn’t going to cut it anymore. You need to stay on top of the trends. Otherwise, little Jessie might start thinking the Tooth Fairy is a total cheapskate.

4 Check-Up Tips for the First Trip to the Dentist

Did you know that the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends kids see the dentist for the first time around their first birthday? It sounds crazy early, but the reality is preventing cavities starts as soon as those little chompers come in. Since you and your little one’s dentist will be seeing a lot of […]

4 Dental Jobs You Need to Know About in 2016

Guess what everybody has at some point in their lives – teeth! We all need them cleaned and checked to make sure they’re in tip top shape. If you’ve seen someone who isn’t a big fan of oral hygiene…you know that’s not the way to go. Fortunately, most people get that brushing is important. Did […]