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Ashley, now a dental hygienist in Alabama, recalled the difficulty of awaiting the verdict and — once it had been delivered — initially believing the case was over.
—Tim Stelloh, NBC News, 2 Nov. 2024
If passed, his bill would substantially increase the number of dentists and dental hygienists in rural and under-served areas like West Baltimore, according to Sanders’ office.
—Dan Rodricks, Baltimore Sun, 1 Dec. 2024
For the past decade, Quezada, 38, has worked as a dental hygienist in offices throughout California.
—Morgan Smith, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2024
The majority of dentists report difficulties recruiting and retaining qualified dental hygienists and office staff.
—Aaron Weitzman, Axios, 30 Oct. 2024
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First Known Use
1916, in the meaning defined above
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“Dental hygienist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dental%20hygienist. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.
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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