Dental Hygienist

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Assess, plan, treat and evaluate oral tissues to maintain wellness and prevent oral disease. Includes preventive dental care such as teeth cleaning and helping patients develop good oral hygiene skills.

Outlook

Good

Wage

Low: $38.00
Median: $42.00
High: $47.90

Training

University of Manitoba

Pre-professional programs:

Brandon University
Canadian Mennonite University
The University of Winnipeg
University College of the North (Health Transition Certificate Program).

Places of Employment

Dental clinics.

Regulated

Yes

Regulated Occupation Name

Dental Hygienist

Regulated Authority

College of Dental Hygienests of Manitoba

Hours

Full time, commonly part time