Dental Hygienists

Code: 29-1292.00

Also known as: Dental Hygienist, Dental Hygienist, Mobile Coordinator, Hygienist, Pediatric Dental Hygienist, Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH), Registered Dental Hygienist, Part Time Clinical Faculty

Description: Administer oral hygiene care to patients. Assess patient oral hygiene problems or needs and maintain health records. Advise patients on oral health maintenance and disease prevention. May provide advanced care such as providing fluoride treatment or administering topical anesthesia.

Dental Hygienists

Typical wages


10% $54,200
25% $65,440
Median $77,090
75% $91,620
90% $104,420
10% $26.06
25% $31.46
Median $37.06
75% $44.05
90% $50.2

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
226,400
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
239,700
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 15,100