Dentalhygienister
Dentalhygienister are oral health professionals who specialize in preventive dental care and patient education. They work as part of the dental team in clinics, community health centers, hospitals, and school programs, focusing on maintaining and improving patients’ oral health. Their goal is to prevent dental disease, particularly caries and periodontal disease, through routine care and personalized advice.
Education and licensing requirements for dentalhygienister vary by country and jurisdiction. Typically, candidates complete an accredited
Common responsibilities include cleaning and scaling teeth (prophylaxis and calculus removal), polishing, and applying preventive treatments
Scope of practice and independence differ by jurisdiction. In many places, dentalhygienister work under dentist supervision;