The general health of the body depends heavily on oral health. And to have a healthy mouth, it is important to keep up to date visits to the dentist. However, during such a visit, you will not only meet the dentist. Depending on your oral health needs, you will meet other professionals who are all involved in maintaining a healthy mouth. Today, we will talk about the dental hygienist and his or her role at Centre de santé dentaire Dr. Thu Nguyen.
What is a dental hygienist?
He or she is an oral health professional whose practice is regulated by the Ordre des hygiénistes dentaires du Québec. To be a member of the Order a dental hygienist must have completed a D.E.C. In dental hygiene techniques in a CEGEP recognized in Quebec or to hold an equivalence of diploma and training. The hygienist must also hold a license to practice and maintain an annual registration on the register of members of the Order.
The Role of the Dental Hygienist
The hygienist works with the dentist to detect, prevent and control oral diseases. The hygienist also carries out X-rays of the jaw and teeth, develops and implements prevention programs, among others.
The hygienist advises patients and teaches them healthy habits to maintain a healthy mouth by teaching the patient how to brush teeth and floss.
He or she also performs dental procedures including cleaning, polishing and scaling of teeth.
How to consult a dental hygienist
At Centre de santé dentaire Dr. Thu Nguyen an appointment with the dentist usually begins with a preliminary meeting with the dental hygienist.
It is the dentist who will perform the necessary dental treatments (fillings, root canals, extraction of a tooth, minor surgeries, etc.). It is also the dentist who will recommend you to the right dental specialist if needed (endodontist, oral surgeon, etc.).
At the Centre de santé dentaire Dr. Thu Nguyen, we have team dedicated to your oral health. Come and meet us, our professionalism and experience make all the difference.
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