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| Term | dental hygienist |
| Pronunciation | DEN-tul (hiy-JEE-nist, hiy-JEH-nist) |
| See also | dental hygiene, oral hygiene, dental assistant |
| Definition | A licensed dental specialist who examines and cleans the teeth. Hygienist duties vary by jurisdiction, and they typically work under the supervision of a dentist. Duties often include cleaning, polishing, impressioning, X-rays and patient instruction. |
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