Who is a Dental Hygienist?
Dental Hygienist is licensed professional who works with dental team to help patients maintain and improve their oral health. She works alongside dentist to provide necessary preventative care services and streamline appointments to improve the overall patient experience. 
What Does a Dental Hygienist exactly do?
A dental hygienist performs patient exams, offers preventative care tips, and provides education about oral health. She can use various tools and techniques, including polishing devices to remove stains and x-ray machines to take images. Dental hygienists can also:
- Clean a patient’s teeth by removing tartar, plaque, and stains.
- Apply fluoride treatment or sealants to protect teeth.
- Evaluate a patient’s oral health and share the findings with a dentist.
- Document findings and treatment plans in the patient’s record
- Tooth whitening.
One of the key services a dental hygienist provides is education. They can teach you how to brush and floss properly, discuss how diet can impact your oral health, and even suggest better oral care tools for a patient’s specific needs.
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