Dental Hygienist Job Descriptions |
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| Dental hygienists provide clinical care as
well as advice and information about good oral health to individuals
and groups of patients. They work together and under the instruction
of dentists to help prevent dental problems. As a dental hygienist, using a wide range of dental instruments: · Remove the plate · Scale and polish teeth to help prevent gum disease · Apply antibacterial agents to reduce decay • Give local anesthesia under the supervision of a dentist college • Implement temporary coatings and sealants · Demonstrate and promote good oral hygiene.
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