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A dental hygienist works with dentists to ensure the oral health of their patients.  A dental hygienist has responsibilities that include health and cancer screenings, cleaning teeth, performing preventative treatments on teeth, teaching about oral hygiene and good nutrition, making teeth impressions, and dental charting.

If you're passionate about healthcare and want a job that offers flexibility, becoming a dental hygienist might be a great fit for you! Learn what a typical day looks like, the pros and cons of the job, and some challenges to be aware of. 

<h2>Why I Chose a Dental Hygienist Career</h2><p>I picked this job because I like the idea of being in healthcare and helping people have healthy smiles. I like that it's flexible.I don't have to work full-time. I can choose to work part-time and temp when I want to.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><h2>Job Requirements</h2><p>The job requires an associate's degree or a bachelor's degree. I received a bachelor's degree at my school in science and dental hygiene.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><h2>Average Day</h2><p>In the dental world, four days a week is considered full-time, so 32 hours. For me, an average day is from eight to five and this varies office to office, on timing. I usually see eight patients a day, one an hour, and within that time I see the patient for a dental cleaning, an exam with the doctor, and if x-ray&nbsp;if necessary. There's usually time to clean up your room and then write chart notes and sterilize your instruments between patients.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><h2>Dental Hygienist Career Pros&nbsp;</h2><p>Some of the pros are that it's a flexible job.&nbsp;I really enjoy the relationships that I have with the patient. I enjoy getting to know them and kind of like catching up with them every six months or so when however often I see them. The pay is also pretty good.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><h2>Challenges of Dental Hygienist Career&nbsp;</h2><p>It’s hard on the body. You don't usually get a 401k or medical insurance if you're not full-time. Some of them even don't even offer those benefits even if you are full-time. The days can feel a little bit long and stressful if you're not staying on time.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><h2>Tips Before Coming a Hygienist&nbsp;</h2><p>I would suggest shadowing a hygienist or going into a dental office and just seeing that it's something you're comfortable with, like that you're comfortable with blood or just saliva or just in dealing with all different types of patients.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><h2>What I Wish I Knew Before Starting</h2><p>I wish I knew that it was more physically demanding on the body and that I would need more regular care with my body like chiropractic care or going to get massages. Taking time off with short notice is really difficult. I also feel very bad if I call in sick because that's a lot of people that are relying on you to be there to see them for their cleaning and&nbsp;it's not always easy to reschedule patients.</p>

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