ANZSCO 411211
Dental Hygienist
Assesses, diagnoses, treats, manages and educates to prevent oral disease, and promotes healthy oral behaviours. This may include non-surgical periodontal or gum treatment, preventative services and other oral care.
Skills assessment authority
Trades Recognition Australia (TRA)Occupation lists
ROL · CSOL
Visas for Dental Hygienist
Main tasks
- Assesses, diagnoses, treats, manages and records patients' oral health status
- Performs dental cleaning to remove plaque and calculus from teeth
- Applies fluoride treatments and dental sealants
- Takes dental radiographs (X-rays) to assist in diagnosis
- Provides oral hygiene instructions and education to patients
- Performs non-surgical periodontal therapy (scaling and root planing) to treat gum disease
- Collaborates with other dental practitioners to ensure optimal patient care
Registration & licensing
Registration or licensing is required.
State nomination
7 state(s) nominate Dental Hygienist for the 190 / 491 visa. See the details by state:
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