Are Dentists Trained To Do Hygienist Work?
A dentist is trained to do any work that a hygienist, therapist, or a dental technician can carry out. Probably most dentists carry out their own hygienist work but increasingly they are practices which use hygienists specifically for that role.
Dental Hygiene The main roles that a hygienist performs in dentistry is the prevention and treatment of gum disease. However, advanced gum disease requires more extensive and complex treatment - a dentist must carry these treatments out. Most hygienists work under the prescription and guidance of a dentist. A patient will first be examined by a dentist and then a dentist may decide to refer the treatment to a hygienist. The dentist will outline a reason for the referral and
what treatment he expects the dental hygienists to carry out. Subsequently, after completing the patient treatment, will ask the patient to go back to the dentist. Either the dentist or hygienist will then monitor the patient's periodontal or gum health. In most cases, will work together with the dentist to improve the patients oral and gum health.