Dental Hygienist Salary Income | How Much Money Does a Dental Hygienist REALLY Make?

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[@wesleytong1109]

Are all the salaries in USD?

[@janerdh8652]

I am a practicing Dental Hygienist, and would like to add one thing that was missed. In addition to our written national board exam, we are required to take a regional clinical board exam as well. Each regional testing agency has slightly different requirements. The exam is taken with a volunteer patient (who we must find on our own) who meets all oral and systemic requirements. These clinical exams are accompanied by an additional written exam, which is much shorter in length than the 8 hour national written board exam. I hope this was helpful! :)

[@RegisteredNurseRN]

+Jane RDH Jane, thanks so much for adding your additional insight and experience. That additional information was extremely helpful, and I'm sure aspiring dental hygienists will appreciate it! Thanks again for taking the time to share that. -Ben

[@danielantoine4046]

+Jane RDH.... I'm out of florida, and I would like to know is the job outlook really good for dental hygienist. I hear a lot of horror stories about getting employment after graduation and would like to know if its any truth to it. I'm really interested in the field but very concerned about the employment opportunities. Also, I've read on a blog that being a male may put you at a bad position for gaining employment. I just want to clear the air about this field... hopefully these are all just rumors and can help me get the correct advice.

[@janerdh8652]

+Daniel Antoine it's not a rumor. There are a lot of unemployed or underemployed hygienists. If you are willing to relocate, some areas have better employment and wages than others. I don't know first hand, but I have heard that wages are particularly low in Florida, because there are so many Hygiene schools and hygienists. At the same time, hygienists aren't the only people having a hard time finding work. I don't know any male hygienists personally, so I can't say that they have a harder time gaining employment. What are you looking to get out of a career in Hygiene and what other paths have you considered?

[@danielantoine4046]

+Jane RDH I just enjoy the the ideal of oral health compared to nursing (not that I don't like nursing). But I've been looking at sonography and actually nursing after doing so much research the more I dig, the more I see nursing as more promising compared to all the other fields. Nursing seems to truly have a better employment percentile after graduation compared to the other. But sonography, Radiography, Respiratory care, Dental hygiene and of course Nursing is the careers I've been looking into. btw thank you so much for replying... I've been searching for advice from someone credible.

[@michelleg.6954]

+Daniel Antoine Hey Daniel, I have been rethinking my major (Nursing). I work in the hospital as a CNA and I hate it. I had a conversation with two retired nurses who use to work in the hospital and they suggested that I go into Dental Hygiene. I was really skeptical because I hate performing mouth care but now that I know that I can wear all of that equipment, I feel a little better, plus it's less stressful, more money, and well respected. It sounds like it's with an A.S.S degree I'll still scope out Nursing because of the doors that it opens. I could be a Nurse case manager, PA, Nurse mid-wife, Nurse Practitioner, etc. Bedside Nursing is not my passion so I wish you well on you Nursing career.

[@rockyk4491]

I was a dental hygienist for 9+ years and I'm now in an accelerated nursing BSN program. I know this is an old video but I just came across it. I just wanted to add in some things to think about with dental hygiene: In terms of salary; *most* offices do not pay you on salary, it's an hourly rate, which means that you have to clock out for lunch, some places make you clock out if a patient doesn't show (or your first/last pt cancels, you come early/leave late) and you lose those hours; you also don't tend to work 40 hour weeks (generalization, again - some offices, of course, you will) and then you also don't really have the opportunity for overtime! Additionally, many offices do not provide benefits! So even if you have a good hourly rate, you're paying out of pocket for insurance. This also means that many offices don't provide other benefits as well; not just Insurance. Depending on location it can be hard to get hired full time, and many hygienists work part-time at multiple offices (again, this is a generalization not the case everywhere) and because of this, you may not be eligible for paid vacation time/sick days/holidays. Hourly/salary definitely depends on your location (Midwest/OH you might be looking at $25-30/hr out of school - granted this was 9 years ago so could be more now - and maybe up to $35 after a few years; NYC you could be around $45-50/hr depending). Lots of stress on the body; leaning over all day/sitting all day; lots of repetitive motions That being said; for the degree needed/amount of time spent getting your degree and the salary, it might be worth it for some people (especially if you have a family and/or want a 9-5 with no nights/weekends/major holidays - you'll likely work Columbus day and things like that but no Christmas/New Years/Thanksgiving, etc. ). SO much of this depends on the dentist that you work for, so a lot of this is variable, but I just wanted to provide some insight and things to consider for anyone who is debating about the profession! I found dental hygiene to get very repetitive (both mentally and physically) and boring myself, but again, it's all about what you're looking for in the long term! As with anything, if you're not passionate about it, you will not enjoy it. I got very burnt out and I think I'll be much happier in nursing, but that's a personal preference of course!

[@rn.2484]

grass is always greener on the other side. Im an registered nurse and wanting to change career to dental hygienist

[@MrLuffy9131]

I know nurses there's potential for more money and overtime but I think the job would be worse and you would get more burnt out

[@lus8112]

hey, i just found ur comment and its super helpful and relative. what a coincidence im the same way, im a highschool student deciding between dental hygiene and nursing, and im afraid of the same thing. i feel like cleaning teeth will get boring quickly and honestly im just intrigued by the pay. but also i feel like nursing is really hard and even more stressful due to the hours and having to run around a hospital all day.

[@positiveisthebest521]

@@lus8112 heyyy after a year, what would you say about your choice to be in a DH program? I am also thinking between nursing and dental hygiene program...

[@DroppingTheDeuce]

Woah we can post comments now! I just want to say thank you for all the helpful videos, we really appreciate it! God bless you both

[@RegisteredNurseRN]

+Matt Hi Matt! Thank you so much for commenting. Ben and I very much appreciate the encouragement. I know we finally turned them on haha..should have done it sooner. Thank you again for taking the time to tell us how you like our videos...means a lot! God Bless you too. -Sarah & Ben

[@kimberlystutter5967]

I love you videos!!! I'm taking A/P now getting into dental hygiene next year!!

[@RegisteredNurseRN]

+Kimberly Stutter Thanks for your kind words and comment. That's awesome that you're getting into the dental hygiene profession. I wish you the very best of blessings! -Ben

[@Kidblinks]

Cool, comments are on. You videos have been such an amazing source of information. I really appreciate them so much. Thanks so much guys.

[@RegisteredNurseRN]

+Kidblinks Wow thank you so much! We're happy we finally have them on. It is so cool reading everyone's comments. So encouraging! Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching our vidoes. We very much appreciate you! -Sarah & Ben

[@shonnamanges5361]

Your estimates are quite low, I make $50.00 per hour plus benefits. I do notice this video was made in 2015 however, I started at $45.00 per hour in 2014. It is great information though!

[@ThePissedOffOwl]

Shonna Manges how many days a week do dental hygienists work?

[@j.h6283]

How many years of school you did?

[@kimlove7201]

What level of degree do you have?

[@homeroborja7945]

Level of degree ? Please respond

[@almaavalosg6860]

Hi Shonna ☺️ what state are you in?

[@TBell999999]

thank you all again for all of the information. thank you

[@RegisteredNurseRN]

+TBell999999 You've been so encouraging with your comments. We want to thank you and we are glad we can help. Thanks for being a dedicated viewer! -Ben

[@ashleyzielke3072]

I live in Indiana, and I make $29/hr at my full time office and $33/hr at my part time office. It varies from state to state quite a bit

[@fourxii]

It's because cost of living varies. Rent for 1 BR in Los Angeles is over $2100.

[@Pabloperez-rd5wg]

I thought hygienist make $50 to $75 an hr. Some people make $30 to 40 an hr without a diploma and that makes me hard to think to chose a career.

[@AlienEgyptianGoddess]

Incredible information appreciate❤

[@MichaelMartinez777]

Thank you so much for this greatly put together video!

[@JoshDayTV]

Nice video!!

[@RegisteredNurseRN]

+Josh Day Thanks for your comment. I appreciate it! -Ben

[@leahfields3570]

Thanks a lot!

[@RegisteredNurseRN]

+Leah Fields You're welcome, Leah. Thanks for your comment.

[@elizabethsavage4502]

Definitely hard to get a job in Hygiene. One thing that is always over looked when discussing INCOME is the topic of "BENEFITS". I have received medical/ dental benefits from one office, it was a corporate office. They offered 1 week of paid vacation, a limit of 4 paid holidays, and scrub jackets, only. Half of medical was paid, and dental was covered @ 75 - 100%. From individual dental offices, never, NEVER medical benefits. Slim to no restorative coverage, on my self ONLY, not on family members. Holiday pay only after 1 year. If DDS took the day off, no one worked, no pay. All of this needs to be considered. My husband and I pay $1100 a month for major medical. No office calls or RX coverage! that is $13,200 a year SUBTRACTED FROM GROSS INCOME! Then, Dr wants a week off for hunting, a week off for vacation, time off for travel to someone's wedding or graduation, etc. It really cuts in to the yearly income! After you subtract $ for time off, holidays, uniforms, Medical benefits, etc, the pay is not as good as it sounds!

[@RegisteredNurseRN]

+Elizabeth Savage Thanks for taking the time to share your experience and insight, Elizabeth. Yes, benefits is definitely something to consider before taking a job. Employers can vary quite a bit as to what they offer, even within the nursing industry. Thanks for adding that perspective.

[@benjamincarson5536]

If you are considering a job simply based off of benefits you probably shouldn't work at all. It's about the job you enjoy along with the salary. At the end of the day benefits can be made anywhere.

[@ethancampbell9096]

Thank you. I've been looking at possible degrees that pay decent and dont get me $100k in debt. This one has stuck out, but it has just seemed too good to be true. This explains a lot. Thank you for showing me a major downside of this career

[@kaymcc1501]

Ethan Campbell Times have changed his comment was made 4 years ago. Dental hygiene is top 10 jobs now for associate degree

[@Sithlordquin2009]

While I understand what you are saying. I believe this job is probably for someone who isn't fully dependent on one office to work for. Maybe expand your work to another office PT or on call. I hear you make more an hour that way as well. Also, to note as for benefits if you have a spouse with benefits such as an example military coverage. This job would be THE job to have. Thank you for pointing this all out though.

[@t-p8337]

I'm so surprised that it is totally different from what the reality of Japanese dental hygienists is.

[@laurenhills239]

As a dental hygienist that has worked in the profession for 9 years and is leaving to pursue nursing, all I can say is that dental hygiene is not a good career!

[@ladidodi8912]

Please explain further. What makes it a bad career?

[@vampyluna7692]

Yes! Please explain 🙂

[@KettiexD]

all the lowest paying states are in the south... that makes me nervous, living in florida

[@Guccimanegut]

me too😰it’s prolly cus people in the south don’t take care of themselves as much

[@msve3730]

Have it changed since 5 years ago

[@carlacastillo2136]

How about here in Louisiana, how much they make here or how can I find out?

[@RegisteredNurseRN]

+Carla Castillo Thanks for your comment, Carla. According to Salary.com, they make an average of $67,339 (www1.salary.com/LA/dental-hygienist-salary.html). You can also view location specific in Louisiana for more detailed information. Hope that helps :)

[@sunshinescam2003]

So you do need to go to college to become a dental hygienist

[@justiceforalexi9687]

SunshineScam - of course you need your associates degree

[@kimlove7201]

Justice for Alexi this is a stupid question, but what would I major in and get an associates to become one ?

[@realrareap2420]

Kim Love do about 60 credits for your prerequisites then go to a dental school that has a bachelor program

[@PaulaMoj]

AustinDiorr why do a bachelors degree? when we only need an Associates degree?

[@se6266]

Kozy P because a bachelors program has more time so you can get certified in other things as well such as EFDA. Not only that but with a bachelors you can do research and teach as well so employment possibilities are broadened and not just clinical. Some dentists I’ve met prefer a BSDH RDH over associate one.

[@heyimjuno7293]

I’m assuming this is without the taxes taking off money from the paychecks? If so how much money should be expected to be taken off for tax if you get paid 5k

[@laurenhills239]

Around $600-800 . Also you’ll need to take out about $1000+ if you want health benefits for you & your family.

[@user-lt6hz7jh2p]

How much do they make in North Carolina clinics?

[@RoRo-kc8zv]

I’m tired of wrenching on cars I need something new

[@shadowstarspammy]

Did you get into something new?

[@IK-fg4gw]

sir any difference between dentist and dental hygienist

[@RegisteredNurseRN]

Yes, there are many differences, especially in scope of practice, salary, and educational requirements. I have a video about the job overview of a dentist which could help answer this question. Here is the video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZ7Co2SibZ6fsMU

[@danielantoine4046]

@RegisteredNurseRN.... (Or anyone who may have a answer to my comment) I'm out of florida, and I would like to know is the job outlook really good for dental hygienist. I hear a lot of horror stories about getting employment after graduation and would like to know if its any truth to it. I'm really interested in the field but very concerned about the employment opportunities. Also, I've read on a blog that being a male may put you at a bad position for gaining employment. I just want to clear the air about this field... hopefully these are all just rumors and can help me get the correct advice.

[@RegisteredNurseRN]

+Daniel Antoine Thanks for your question, Daniel. I complied the salary information from BLS.gov. I'm afraid I don't know much about dental hygienist in regards to employment opportunities...only salary info. +Jane RDH provided very good insight . Our specialty is really nursing on this channel. I hope you find the answers you are looking for. -Ben

[@danielantoine4046]

Yes I did.... thank you so much for this information... this channel is great.... keep up the great work

[@RegisteredNurseRN]

+Daniel Antoine Thank you so much, Daniel!

[@ethancampbell9096]

@@danielantoine4046 what did you find?

[@melissag0448]

I’m a dental hygienist in Texas and there’s employment everywhere! I was employed the same week I got my licensed. It just depends if the dentist wants to work with a newly grad but most likely they will because they want to teach you their way vs a know it all!! I still get emails everyday of new jobs in my area!

[@Weirdhumour]

registerd nurse? so when you gain the associate degree will you be able to work at the hospital?

[@Weirdhumour]

and when i search up the information abt a registered dental hygienist and a Dental Hygienist i see their salary are different in florida.

[@RegisteredNurseRN]

+Bidlin Bessard Typically, yes, you can work in a hospital with a ADN degree...most are happy to hire ADN nurses...however some hospitals may prefer BSN nurses but is depends. To help give you a better idea I would look at what local hospital are hiring for in your area.

[@Weirdhumour]

+RegisteredNurseRN alright thank you but does it really take 2 years to become one?

[@RegisteredNurseRN]

+Bidlin Bessard Typically, yes, it does but you have to make sure you have met the programs pre-reqs and go full-time. Many programs will have a curriculum outlined on their website and it will show you how it can be completed in two years.

[@Weirdhumour]

+RegisteredNurseRN ok i understand thank you

[@deltoro0940]

So can I go to community college and get my Associates in science then go to dental school?

[@bloodmoneyhistory6845]

DelToro 09 no point of dental school because all you need is an associates degree

[@jorf5506]

You have to get a bachelors degree to get in to dental school , that’s a great idea if you want to make more money

[@williamzhou1795]

@@bloodmoneyhistory6845 After getting an associate degree I can start working as a dental hygienist?

[@kimlove7201]

Pajama Chronicle so do you think that i should just go to a 4 year college and get a bachelors degree first before going to dental school?

[@Sithlordquin2009]

Look for a dental hygiene program. I wouldn't waste time personally on courses you might not even need.

[@ytt3853]

hi i got a question if i choose to do btec in college can i still do dental hygenist

[@degiandiraescobedo5777]

just to get reassured. To be a dental hygenist and to ear the salaries you mention, only an associate in dental hygiene is needed? Does it pay more having a bachelors in dental hygiene?

[@RegisteredNurseRN]

+Degiandira Escobedo The salary information I gave in the video includes all degree types (associates and bachelors), locations, and years of experience and a figure was averaged out of all those factors. Salaries vary among locations and some employers may pay you more if you have a bachelors...but it depends. To help you see how much dental hygienist make in your area I would look-up average salaries for your city. I hope that helps.

[@BerlinShai]

It may in some areas but in the area that I live in, no. Same average pay no matter if you have an associates or a bachelors. In my area both programs take a total of 4 years to complete. Associates degree from a dental hygiene program at a community college is normally way cheaper but more difficult to be accepted to for that reason.

[@Sithlordquin2009]

Not really it's the same pay I've noticed. The only difference is someone with a bachelors can teach dental hygiene. That's just from my understanding.

[@melissag0448]

Around the same pay! Only get a bachelors of you wanna do something outside of clinic one day

[@tucwyyy7835]

how much do you make in a month in switzerland?

[@animestardust6720]

Sir i am from india and want to be dental hygienists in usa ....i have done BDS from here which is not valid there ....can you please tell me the procedure for the same ..please

[@animestardust6720]

What if we take diploma or certificate course (after BDS from india) online from usa ...is it worth it and eligible for job there in usa??? Please help me out of this sir

[@fl3cko91]

Is dental hygiene hard?

[@BerlinShai]

fl3cko91 simple answer- yes yes yes yes.

[@falynnworld2084]

No not really

[@falynnworld2084]

It’s hard been a RN

[@Sithlordquin2009]

Anything we work for in this life is not meant to be easy. After all this job is taking proper precautions with real peoples oral health. It's a lot of science base. For good reason.

[@theworldbegoinup3289]

Nothing in life is easy lmao

[@t-p8337]

I'm so surprised that it is totally different from what the reality of Japanese dental hygienists is.