dental hygienist

noun

: a licensed dental professional who cleans and examines teeth

Examples of dental hygienist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Teeth cleaning, also known as dental cleaning or dental prophylaxis, is when a dentist or dental hygienist thoroughly cleans your teeth, gums, and the inside of your mouth. Sherri Gordon, Health, 14 Aug. 2024 In many states, for example, licensing regulations prevent nurse practitioners and dental hygienists from performing new preventive health procedures—such as applying protective varnishes and sealants to teeth—by restricting the carrying out of these procedures to doctors and dentists. James Bessen, Foreign Affairs, 15 Dec. 2014 Teresa Brewster, a dental hygienist, had known the brothers for years and decided to raise money to help Wyatt replace his truck that was bloodied during the traumatic incident. Chris Biderman, Sacramento Bee, 7 July 2024 Sudo is studying to be a dental hygienist in Tampa, and after her win today thanked her dental school as well as her family. Greg Evans, Deadline, 4 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for dental hygienist 

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Word History

First Known Use

1916, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dental hygienist was in 1916

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“Dental hygienist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dental%20hygienist. Accessed 22 Aug. 2024.

Kids Definition

dental hygienist

noun
: a person who assists a dentist especially in cleaning teeth

Medical Definition

dental hygienist

noun
: a person who assists a dentist especially in cleaning teeth

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