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The majority of dentists report difficulties recruiting and retaining qualified dental hygienists and office staff.
—Aaron Weitzman, Axios, 30 Oct. 2024
Emily now works as a registered dental hygienist, per her LinkedIn.
—Zoe Kaplan, People.com, 6 Oct. 2024
Before your exam, the dental hygienist thoroughly cleans your teeth and applies fluoride to prevent tooth decay.4
Your healthcare provider may prescribe antibiotics to treat periodontal disease, pericoronitis, and irreversible pulpitis.
—Laura Schober, Health, 16 Oct. 2024
Emily is a dental hygienist Emily is the second of the Love siblings.
—Zoe Kaplan, People.com, 6 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 21 Nov. 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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