About this role
Job Description Job DescriptionThe dental hygienist is expected to perform the following duties:
• Conduct patient screening and oral health assessments, including taking vital signs and documenting patient medical and health history • Take dental impressions • Take and develop X-rays - HARP Certified • Perform preventative dental procedures such as teeth cleaning, scaling, gum stimulation and fluoride and sealant applications • Provide oral care instructions such as oral hygiene procedures, strategies to maintain and improve oral health and on the impact of nutrition on oral health • Consult with dentists on patient care • May perform restorative and orthodontic procedures under the direction of a dentist • May supervise dental assistants in their health care functions • May participate in community- or school-based oral health initiatives such as oral screening • Work with Dentists and Front Desk personnel for booking puposes • May supervise and execute inventory management duties for dental material and supplies • Must reliable commute to Mississauga, Ontario