Career Options G eneral dental practice. The majority of qualified dental hygienists are employed in general practice. They usually have their own patients, referred to them by the practice dentist. On qualification as a dental hygienist there are many opportunities within the dental profession. Occupational dental practice.
Some dental hygienists work in industry.
This may be for hospital or a pharmaceutical company. For any further information contact British Dental Hygienist Association. The Ridge, Yatton, Bristol BS19 4DQ Armed Forces. They train at the Dental Defence Training Establishment in Aldershot. This establishment also trains civilians, but not very often.