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The Dental Hygiene Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degree Program combines classroom instruction in dental and health sciences with practical clinical training. Students can complete this 78-credit program through an accelerated 17-month option (PDF), traditional two-year track (PDF), or extended three-year plan (PDF). The curriculum equips future dental hygienists with the skills needed to deliver comprehensive preventive and therapeutic oral healthcare. Situated within NYU College of Dentistry, the program enables students to collaborate directly with dental students (DDS), faculty members, and hygiene instructors during clinical rotations. Through hands-on work with patients from diverse backgrounds, students acquire essential practical knowledge and clinical expertise.