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Dental Hygienist Alternative titles: Dental Hygiene Technician, Orthodontic Hygienist

$29.00/h Median Salary
Job Prospects

What are the main duties?

  • Take dental radiographs.
  • Perform cleanings (scaling) and teeth polishing.
  • Instruct patients on oral hygiene and infection prevention.
  • Remove stitches and periodontal dressings.
  • Assist the dentist or orthodontist during treatments and secure orthodontic attachments.

Is it right for you?

  • You are meticulous.
  • You have excellent dexterity.
  • You possess good visual acuity.
  • You are tidy and discreet.
  • You are diligent about cleanliness.

Have you thought about...

Dental Assistant , Nurse , Respiratory Therapist

Program

Techniques d'hygiène dentaire Program available in French only

Where is this program being offered?
regions quebec Capitale-Nationale,  Lanaudière,  Mauricie,  Montérégie,  Montréal,  Outaouais and Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean
Job Placement Rate
90% Job Placement Rate
5% % who pursue further education
Duration of training 2460h
33 months
D.C.S.
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