Although both a dental hygienist and dental assistant work under a dentist, these are two different job roles. Both are important for how the dental office runs and supporting the dentists at the practice, but there are different tasks, responsibilities, and interactions with patients for each position. So what exactly is the difference between a dental hygienist and dental assistant, and how are both of these professionals different from your dentist?
An article by Dr. Mohammad Aman. Originally published by Your Dental Health Resource.
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