Hourly Wage for Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) Salary in the United States
Hourly Wage for Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) Salary
How much does a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) in the United States is $40 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $35 and $45. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.
| Percentile | Hourly Pay Rate | Location | Last Updated |
| 10th Percentile Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) Salary | $31 | US | March 26, 2024 |
| 25th Percentile Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) Salary | $35 | US | March 26, 2024 |
| 50th Percentile Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) Salary | $40 | US | March 26, 2024 |
| 75th Percentile Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) Salary | $45 | US | March 26, 2024 |
| 90th Percentile Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) Salary | $49 | US | March 26, 2024 |
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Job Description
The Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) feels lymph nodes under patient's chin to detect swelling or tenderness that could indicate presence of oral cancer. Under the direct supervision of a dentist, cleans calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums, using dental instruments. Being a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) may provide clinical services and health education to improve and maintain oral health of school children. Feels and visually examines gums for sores and signs of disease. In addition, Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) may conduct dental health clinics for community groups to augment services of dentist. May require an Associate's degree or its equivalent and is licensed as a dental hygienist. Typically reports to a dentist. Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)'s years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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