hygienist
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of hygienist
Example Sentences
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"We got into reception and they told us that if we wanted to register as an NHS patient we would have to pay £70 for a hygienist appointment," she said.
From BBC • Jan. 2, 2026
The practice said it has seen 2,591 NHS patients since it held an open day in September, and has only offered 108 hygienist appointments since then.
From BBC • Jan. 2, 2026
"We have figures that suggest only about 17% of the UK population is aware of mouth cancer," said dental hygienist Alison Brown from the charity.
From BBC • Oct. 14, 2025
“If the hygienist recommendations call for cleaning, including cleaning of lead and/or asbestos, and there is no direct physical loss to the property, there is no coverage,” it went on to say.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 8, 2025
My mother is a dental hygienist by profession, and Dr. Gershom is a dentist.
From "The View From Saturday" by E.L. Konigsburg
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