Dental Hygienist 

Duties and Responsibilities: Dental Hygienists remove plaque from a patients tooth, screen patients, review patients oral care, teach appropriate brushing and flossing techniques, and they polish the patients teeth during check-ups. 

• Remove calculus and plaque 
• Documents and office management 
• They take and develop dental x-rays 
• Apply preventive materials to patients' teeth 
• Teach patients good nutrition and oral care 

Salary: $72,330 

Education: You will need at least an associate degree which could take up to two years, there also may be various other requirements based on state such as licensing and final examinations. 

Demand: It is expected to grow 20% between 2016-2026 which is much faster than other occupations. 

 

Reflection: I maybe would be interested in this type of profession, but I am not completely sure