Oral Care Profesional
Dental hygienists
use many types of tools to do their job. They clean and polish teeth with hand,
power, and ultrasonic tools. In some cases, they remove stains with an
air-polishing device, which sprays a combination of air, water, and baking
soda. They polish teeth with a powered tool that works like an automatic
toothbrush. Hygienists use x ray machines to take pictures to check for tooth
or jaw problems. Dental hygienists help patients develop and maintain good oral
health. For example, they may explain the relationship between diet and oral
health. They may also give advice to patients on how to select toothbrushes and
other oral-care devices. Other tasks hygienists may perform vary by state. Some
states allow hygienists to place and carve filling materials, temporary
fillings, and periodontal dressings.
Salary:
$46,540-$96,280
Education:
Dental hygienists
typically need an associate’s degree in dental hygiene. Bachelor's degrees in
dental hygiene are also available, but are less common. A bachelor's or
master's degree is usually required for research, teaching, or clinical
practice in public or school health programs. High school students interested
in becoming dental hygienists should take courses in biology, chemistry, and
mathematics. Some dental hygiene programs also require applicants to have
completed at least 1 year of college. Specific entrance requirements vary by
school. Most schools offer laboratory, clinical, and classroom instruction.
Hygienists study anatomy, physiology, nutrition, radiography, and
periodontology, which is the study of gum disease.
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