Dental hygienists clean client's teeth. In addition, they also educate there clients on proper dental care, as said by Library.hinkquest.org. Although hygienist normally work in a dental office, they also take there talents to health departments and nursing homes.
Hygienist responsibility can contain taking and developing x-rays, screening patients for the dentist, applying preventive treatments to teeth, acting as office manager and teaching clients about proper dental health care.
To get started hygienist needs a high school diploma or GED. They normally need to obtain a associate's degree at a community college, in each state with the exception to Alabama. In order to get a license they must pass the Dental Hygiene Board examination.
As said by VitalEthics.org dental hygienist programs consist of, chemistry, biology, human anatomy and physiology. A good dental hygiene program teaches future dental hygienist how to evaluate teeth and gums irregularities, like screening teeth for oral cancer, removing plaque and any other problems that cause cavities.
Dental assistant includes many duties. As state by DentalAssistantStudies.com, dental assistants keep inventory updated, schedule appointments for clients, accept payments and maintain dental records. A dental assistant works with clients and assist the dentist.
Dental assistant might take and develop x-rays, handles and hands the dentist tools and suctions the client's mouth. An assistant might take tooth imprints and mix materials used for cleanings or fillings. The assistant also cleans dental mouth equipment.
