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Dental Hygienist Alternative titles: Dental Hygiene Technician, Orthodontic Hygienist

$28.00/h Average 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
95% Job Placement Rate
5% % who pursue further education
Duration of training 2460h
33 months
D.C.S.
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