Dental Hygiene?!?

Does it matter if I get my associates or bachelor degree in dental hygiene? Could I get a better job if I have my bachelors, or does it not really matter? I'm just trying to decide if I should get my associates degree or bachelor degree in dental hygiene? any information would be greatly appreciated =)

Dental Hygiene?!?
Where I live (VA, I've lived in Richmond and Hampton Roads) you are going to make the same amount whether you have an associates or a bachelors degree in DH. I got my bachelors because that's what the school I went to (VCU) offered. From what I understand from other hygienists who have associates is that they still needed pre-requisites to get accepted into an associates program (which is 2 years) so they still ended up going to school for 3-4 years total. The only benefit I see to having a bachelors is if you want to pursue another career choice down the road you will have an easier time since you already have a bachelors even if it is in DH. But as far as pay and finding a job the associates is fine and if that is what the school closest to you is offering I say go for it.
Reply:a bachelors degree is always looked upon highly. depends on exactly what you want to do with the degree.
Reply:Bachelors would be better, but it also depends on who you get to know. Get close to people who are in the field and even if you have your associates, you can get a good position. Plus people would trust you more if you have a bachelors, but also if you get along with the right people.