About
Administer oral hygiene care to patients. Assess patient oral hygiene problems or needs and maintain health records. Advise patients on oral health maintenance and disease prevention. May provide advanced care such as providing fluoride treatment or administering topical anesthesia.
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
$87.5k
Annual median Salary
Education
Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
75%
Associate's degree
13%
Professional degree
9%
Post-baccalaureate certificate
Careers
Typical Job Titles
Dental Hygienist
Hygienist
Licensed Dental Hygienist
Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)