Dental Hygienist
Patient Care
- Perform initial, periodic, and emergency examinations
- Prophylaxis
- Periodontal scaling
- Root planning
- Fluoride application
- Sealant application
- Radiographs
- Impressions of teeth
- Construction of fluoride trays, mouth guards
- Administer local anesthesia (Novocaine)
- Re-implanting temporary crowns
- Placing temporary fillings
- Taking x-ray film exposures
- Developing and mounting films
- Assisting the dentist as appropriate
Records
Document clinical activities and relevant patient care information in dental records as per dental practice and health center protocols. Maintain records and manage patient recall notices for dental examinations and treatment as per protocols or request.
Education to Patients
Provide dental health education and instructions to patients for:
- Dental hygiene
- Dental health
- Treatment plan review
Participate in the planning and implementation of community based health education initiatives, including but not limited to formal and informal public presentations, screening clinics, newsletter articles, etc.
Infection Control
Clean and sterilize dental instruments as per protocol.
Quality Assurance
Participate in the development, implementation, audit, and continuous evaluation and improvement of protocols, services and programs provided by the dental service and/or the health center.