dental hygienist
noun
a person who is trained and licensed to clean teeth, take dental x-rays, and provide related dental services and care, usually under the supervision of a dentist.
dental hygienists
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pluralof dental hygienist.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Sealants were administered by dental hygienists, while SDF was applied by either dental hygienists or registered nurses, all under the supervision of a dentist.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 4, 2024
As the U Village area grows, “Teachers and dental hygienists are not going to be able to afford” the rents, McCoy said, arguing the city should have acquired sites in the area before the upzones.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 3, 2022
After turning 75, things suddenly changed: My first name is "Marilyn," and I'm now called "Miss Marilyn" by store clerks, receptionists, salespeople, dental hygienists, nurses, accountants, drugstore employees and more!
From Washington Post ● Sep. 7, 2021
"Among the positions never requiring a college degree in the past that are quickly adding that to the list of desired requirements: dental hygienists, photographers, claims adjusters, freight agents, and chemical equipment operators."
From Salon ● Sep. 5, 2021
The East Hartford site has hired several dozen temporary nurses and trained its dentists and dental hygienists to help with the shots.
From New York Times ● Feb. 28, 2021
