{"id":474,"date":"2023-04-02T05:05:54","date_gmt":"2023-04-02T05:05:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.votodds.com\/blog\/?p=474"},"modified":"2023-07-15T05:10:48","modified_gmt":"2023-07-15T05:10:48","slug":"reasons-to-appreciate-dental-hygienists","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.votodds.com\/blog\/reasons-to-appreciate-dental-hygienists\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Reasons to Appreciate Dental Hygienists"},"content":{"rendered":"
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When you visit your dentist, no matter what the appointment is for, there are a few different people that you interact with: the front staff who greet you, the dentist whose name is on the sign, and of course, the skilled team of dental hygienists who carry out a large part of your care! In fact, without them, receiving top-of-the-line oral health care simply wouldn\u2019t be possible. Keep reading to learn about four reasons why dental hygienists are worthy of your appreciation in honor of Dental Hygienist Week this April.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. They Assist with Diagnostic Screenings & X-Rays<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s a lot that goes into preventive dental care\u2014the average visit often consists of a comprehensive oral screening coupled with X-ray imaging, followed up by a thorough cleaning of your pearly whites. But your dentist is a busy person and cannot do all of this on their own, so they need to delegate some of these tasks to their capable dental team. But this doesn\u2019t mean that you aren\u2019t receiving top-of-the-line care; the dentist has helped to train these hygienists, so they\u2019re acting as proxies and performing care just as the doctor would.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. They Help Carry Out Preventive & Non-Surgical Procedures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dental hygienists often help determine the type of cleaning that a patient might need. These cleanings involve things like removing built-up plaque and tartar, buffing off stains and polishing teeth, applying sealants and fluorides, and in some cases carrying out deeper cleanings such as scaling and root planing. These cleanings aren\u2019t something you can carry out at home on your own\u2014but your hygienist does it multiple times a day and is quite adept!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. They\u2019re Able to Administer Anesthesia and Sedation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes a procedure requires localized anesthesia or sedation in order for the patient to remain calm and not feel any discomfort. At the current moment, 45 out of 50 states in the US allow dental hygienists to administer anesthesia\u2014needless to say, it\u2019s just another thing that they\u2019re taking off of your dentist\u2019s plate so they can focus on more important matters like resolving oral health issues!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. They Can Further Educate Patients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your dentist imparts all of their knowledge to their dental team, meaning that in turn, dental hygienists can help to educate patients! They can inform them about virtually everything relating to oral health care, including brushing and flossing techniques and ideal products, as well as details about certain treatments and procedures. Dental hygienists are an untapped wealth of knowledge that you should take advantage of during your next appointment\u2014this can even help you to feel more comfortable about receiving dental care!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bottom line is that dental hygienists play a vital role in the total level of care that a dentist\u2019s practice can provide, meaning that they\u2019re quite an important part of any team and very worthy of praise!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The team at Drake and Voto Family and Cosmetic is excited to serve patients and families in the Owasso, OK community. They\u2019re pleased to offer a wide range of preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dental services that are certain to help you and your family achieve bright and healthy smiles! If you have any questions about the blog or you\u2019d like to arrange a visit for you or a loved one, don\u2019t hesitate to contact the practice online<\/a> or over the phone for additional information or assistance: (918) 973-6120.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

When you visit your dentist, no matter what the appointment is for, there are a few different people that you interact with: the front staff who greet you, the dentist whose name is on the sign, and of course, the skilled team of dental hygienists who carry out a large part of your care! 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