dental hygienist

noun

: a licensed dental professional who cleans and examines teeth

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The foundation has also made progress on expanding and diversifying the provider workforce by helping fund new schools for dental hygienists and assistants, Close said. Meg Wingerter, Denver Post, 9 June 2025 The package centering on a dental hygienist who falls in love with a mermaid hails from director Alejandro Landes and has Kirsten Dunst attached to star as well. Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 20 May 2025 While brushing and flossing can remove plaque, only a dentist or dental hygienist can remove tartar buildup. Mark Gurarie, Health, 19 May 2025 Regularly seeing a healthcare provider, such as a dentist or dental hygienist, can help detect and treat gum disease.6 8. Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 28 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dental hygienist

Word History

First Known Use

1916, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dental hygienist was in 1916

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“Dental hygienist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dental%20hygienist. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

dental hygienist

noun
: a person who assists a dentist especially in cleaning teeth

Medical Definition

dental hygienist

noun
: a person who assists a dentist especially in cleaning teeth

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