Dental Hygienist in private practice

Permanent Dental Hygienist Job

San Antonio, TX

Job Description

Our outstanding dental practice is seeking an exceptional Dental Hygienist for an opportunity to join our dedicated team.

We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. Dental Hygienist duties revolve around conducting initial patient screenings, cleaning teeth and advising patients on oral health and preventative care. As a Dental Hygienist, you should be reliable and able to build trust with patients of all ages. You should have deep knowledge of relevant health and safety rules and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible during their visit
• 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 and 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 / Intro-Oral Photos
• Maintain documentation and charts on each patient