Dental Hygenist
France Dental
- Edina, MN
- $45.00-55.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Remove tartar, stains, and plaque from teeth.
- Apply sealants and fluorides to help protect teeth.
- Take and develop dental x-rays.
- Assess patients' oral health and report findings to dentists.
- Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination
- Sterilize dental instruments properly
- Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
- Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis
- Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride)
- Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques)
- Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
- Take X-rays or dental impressions
- Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer)
- Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
- Monitor supplies
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