Is being a dental hygienist a good fit for you?
Cleans teeth and checks gums for problems. Teaches patients how to keep their mouths healthy.
What the work involves
- Records and reviews patients' medical histories.
- Feels and looks at gums for sores and signs of disease.
- Cleans hardened build-up and stains from teeth and under the gum line using dental instruments.
- Checks gums with probes to find receding gums and signs of gum disease.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be helping and hands-on. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Apprenticeships and training. Usually vocational training or an apprenticeship. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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