Dental Hygienists
29-2021 - Occupational Profile - Utah Statewide
| Description |
Clean teeth and examine oral areas, head, and neck for signs of oral disease. May educate patients on oral hygiene, take and develop X-rays, or apply fluoride or sealants. |
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| Occupational Wages-Published June 2009 (data from May 2008) |
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| Employment Outlook 2006 - 2016 |
This occupation will experience much faster than average employment growth with a moderate volume of annual job openings. Business expansion, as opposed to the need for replacements, will be the source of the majority of job openings in the coming decade. |
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| Top 3 Skills for Dental Hygienists |
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| Utah State License |
Requires a license in the State of Utah. |
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| Top 3 Current Job Openings for Dental Hygienists |
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