What is the job description of a 'hygenist'?

Answer 1

If you are referring to a dental hygienist, the following can be said about their job: The dental hygienist closely cooperates with the dentist to make sure that the patients dental and oral health requirements are met. Their tasks vary from state to state as each state has its own regulations. However, they usually keep their patients' teeth clean by removing plaque and calculus, and provide prophylactic examinations and treatments, such as radiographs, more commonly known as x-rays, or sealing the teeth with fluorides. Their tasks also include teaching their patients about proper oral hygiene.