Dental hygienist
Duties and Responsibilities:
Dental hygienist provides preventive treatment for oral health
problems. They also educate patients and promote dental health. They may be
employed in health departments, nursing homes, hospitals, dental school or
school districts, but usually they work in private dental offices and clinics.
Dental Hygienist:
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Screen patients for dentist.
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Take and develop radiographs.
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Remove calculus and plaque from teeth.
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Apply preventive treatments to teeth.
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Counsel patients on oral health and teach them
appropriate dental health procedures.
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Perform dental office management duties.
Average Salary: $22,000 - $35,000
Education Requirements:
Dental hygienist must have a high school diploma
or GED certificate before participating in dental hygienist education programs.
Dental hygienists usually earn an associate’s degree
at a community college or private school. To practice, they must also earn a
license by passing the dental hygiene national board examination.
Some hygienists earn Bachelor’s or master’s
degree if they want to teach, do research, or broaden their scope into public
health issues.
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