Dental hygienists provide dental hygiene treatment and information related to the prevention of diseases and disorders of the teeth and mouth. They are employed in dentists' offices, hospitals, clinics, educational institutions, government agencies and private industry. Dental hygienists carry out limited dental services related to the prevention and treatment of diseases and disorders of the teeth and mouth. They are employed by the federal government and the provincial governments to provide services in rural and remote communities. [NOC 3222]
Basic Requirements:
- Successful completion of an educational program in dental hygiene recognized by the Council of the Saskatchewan Dental Hygienist Association.
- Successful completion of the National Dental Hygiene Certification Board (NDHCB) exam.
- Professional liability insurance.
Here is a process map for dental hygienists that outlines the steps to getting a license in Saskatchewan.
For other requirements and more information, contact the registrar at:
Saskatchewan Dental Hygienists' Association
Email: sdha@sasktel.net
