Provide preventive dental care, including cleanings, scaling, root planing and application of cavity-prevention agents. Document patient histories and periodontal health, educate patients on oral hygiene and nutrition, and work with dentists to support treatment. An accredited dental hygiene degree or certificate, state license and CPR/BLS certification are required.
Responsibilities
Provide preventive dental care, including cleanings and scaling
Document patient histories and periodontal health
Educate patients on oral hygiene and nutrition
Qualifications
Accredited dental hygiene degree or certificate
State license
CPR/BLS certification
Required Skills
dental hygienepatient educationoral healthperiodontal health