Dental Hygienist

About the Role
The Dental Specialists is a small, single-doctor practice in Newton led by Dr. Noah Orenstein, a board-certified prosthodontist. We're not a DSO or a chain. We have one location, one owner, and a team that cares about doing dentistry the right way.

Want to know what it's really like here? Read through our 400+ five-star Google reviews. Our patients describe our team and culture better than we can. New grads are welcome. Pay within the range is based on experience.

What You'll Do
• Provide prophylaxis, scaling, and periodontal maintenance for mostly adult patients
• Complete periodontal charting
• Administer local anesthesia as needed
• Educate patients on home care and help them understand their treatment
• Keep accurate, thorough patient records
• Build lasting relationships with patients who come back to see you

What You'll Bring
Required: • Current Massachusetts Registered Dental Hygienist license
• Ability to administer local anesthesia (MA permit)
• Strong communication skills and a genuine enjoyment of working with patients
• Organized, friendly, and comfortable with dental software
Preferred: • Hygiene experience, though new grads are encouraged to apply
• Familiarity with dental terminology and coding