What does a dental hygienist earn per year?
The salaries range tremendously from state to state. There are a number of factors that contribute to a dental hygienist’s income, such as experience and geographic location. However, to give you a better idea I will mention that most hygienists make between $20.00-$29.00 per hour. Although, it’s quite normal for a very experienced hygienist to earn up to $35.00 per hour. The benefits are great, too. Of course, each office has its own standard list of benefits, but most private firms offer benefits such as insurance coverage. Most full-time hygienists receive paid vacation time. Also, I could probably imagine that most get some pretty decent dental benefits, too! If you’re thinking about pursuing the dental hygiene field then it’s important to do the research and make sure it’s right for you. There is a considerable amount of education and training you must go through before you start. If you’re curious about the education involved then please see my article entitled, “Requirements to
