About the role
Dental hygienists play an important role in preventive dental care and work closely with dentists to promote oral health. They have completed a three-year college education to become licensed by the National Board of Health and Welfare. Dental hygienists focus on preventing dental and oral health problems through various treatments and education.Responsibilities
Dental hygienists perform tartar removal, polishing, and fluoride treatments, as well as take x-rays. They also conduct oral health examinations, provide individually tailored advice on oral hygiene, and can perform certain dental care. Detecting early signs of caries and gum problems is a central part of their work.Skills and tools
Dental hygienists must have good knowledge of oral anatomy, pathology, and pharmacology. They use tools such as ultrasonic scalers, polishing machines, and x-ray equipment. Good communication skills, precision, and the ability to build trust with patients are important qualities. Common competencies demanded by employers are pedodonti/barntandvård, parodontologi/tandlossningssjukdomar and ortodonti/tandreglering.