DESCRIPTION:
A Dental hygienists provide dental hygiene treatment and give information related to the prevention of diseases and disorders of the teeth and mouth. They are employed in dentist’s offices, hospitals, clinics, educational institutions, government agencies and in the private industry.
MAIN DUTIES:
- Examine the client’s teeth and consult the dentists on the nature of care that should be given to the patient;
- Take impressions of the teeth;
- Give advice to patients regarding oral hygiene;
- Clean and stimulate the gums to prevent gum disease;
- Remove stains and deposits from teeth to prevent tooth and root decay;
- Apply fluoride to the teeth;
- take x-rays and develop them;
- Can execute some