Dental Hygienist                                Duties and Responsibilities:

       Dental hygienists provide 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 schools ,or school districts , but usually they work in private dental offices and clinics , Dental hygienists:

·            Screen patients for dentist

·         Take and develop radiographs.

·         Apply preventive treatments to teeth.

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

·         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 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 Degrees if they want to teach , do research , or broaden their scope into public health issues

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