Diploma in Dental Hygienist
(Course Duration- 2 years )
Diploma in Dental Hygienist 2-year diploma program that trains students about oral hygiene and preventive dentistry. The Dental Hygienists Diploma Course can be started by a recognized Dental College which got permission from the Central Government for 3rd year BDS Course onwards with a maximum intake of 20 seats.
A Dental Hygienist plays a vital role in preventing dental-related problems from arising and it is usual for most of us to visit a Dental Hygienist at least once a month. The typical duties include the prevention and treatment of oral diseases
Eligibility Criteria:
10th or 12th pass (science stream preferred)
Subjects / Syllabus
- Anatomy, General & Dental
- Physiology & Histology, General and Dental
- Pathology & Microbiology
- Dental Radiology
- Pharmacology General and Dental
- Food and Nutrition
- Dental Hygiene and Oral Prophylaxis
- Basic knowledge of computers
- Dental Hygiene and Oral Prophylaxis
- Dental Health Education
- Community Public Health Dentistry
- Preventive Dentistry
- Dental Ethics and Jurisprudence
- Orientation in Dentistry
- Dental Materials
Career Opportunities
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Effective listening and motivational skills
- Team-work
- Manual dexterity and confidence in handling dental equipment
Career Opportunities
Job roles after the diploma include:
- Dental clinics or hospitals
- Dental laboratories (private/public)
- Manufacturing companies (dental materials/appliances)
- Academic/teaching roles (with experience or further study)
- Own dental lab setup (after gaining experience)
Workplaces:
- Dental Lab Technician
- Crown & Bridge Technician
- Ceramic Technician
- Orthodontic Technician
- Prosthodontic Assistant
Role of Dental Hygienist
- Dental hygienists work closely with a dentist.
- Educating patients about proper oral care, maintaining the cleanliness of their patient’s teeth, and performing X-rays and other tests to assess teeth or gum problems. Are some of the duties of a dental hygienist, A dental hygienist's job also involves counseling the patients on maintaining good oral health