Dental Hygienist

Dental hygienist provides preventive treatment for oral health problems. They also educated 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 Hygienists:

·        Screen patients for dentist.

·        Take and develop radiographs.

·        Remove calculus and plaque from teeth.

·        Apply preventive treatments to teeth.

·        Counsel patients on oral health and teach them appropriate dental health procedure.

·        Perform dental office management duties.

Average Salary: $22,000 - $35,000

Educational Requirements:

Dental hygienists must have a high school diploma or GED certificate before participating in dental hygiene education programs.

Dental Hygienists usually earn an associate’s degree at a community college or private high school.

To practice, they must also earn a license by passing the dental hygiene National Board examination.

Some hygienists earn Bachelors or masters degrees if they want to teach, do research or broaden their scope into public health issues.

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