Browse dental hygienists in Maine.
421
Dental Hygienists
100%
Accepting patients
69%
Most common: RDH
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Maine has 421 licensed dental hygienists spread across the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is RDH (69%), which stands for Registered Dental Hygienist. IPDH is the second most common at 12%.
University of New England College of Dental Medicine trains practitioners in the state. Notable hospitals include Maine Medical Center, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, and Central Maine Medical Center. Health systems such as MaineHealth, and Northern Light Health employ many of the state's dental hygienists.
Patients with MaineCare should verify coverage directly, as not all dental hygienists participate.
Maine has one of the oldest populations of any state, creating unique healthcare demands around geriatric and long-term care.
Maine has 421 licensed dental hygienists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of dental hygienists in Maine are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
A routine cleaning costs $0 with insurance (covered as preventive). Self-pay cleaning costs $100 to $200. A deep cleaning costs $150 to $350 per quadrant. Fluoride treatment costs $0 to $35. Sealants cost $30 to $60 per tooth. Actual costs in Maine depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Preventive cleanings are one of the best values in dental insurance since they are usually covered at 100% with no deductible. Using both of your covered cleanings per year prevents costly problems down the road. Deep cleanings are covered at 80% as a basic service under most plans.
Start by confirming a provider accepts your dental insurance. Look at credentials and patient reviews. Maine has 421 dental hygienists, so you have options to compare. FindClarity lets you filter by insurance, location, and whether the provider is accepting new patients.
Some dental hygienists in Maine accept MaineCare, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers preventive dental care for children in all states. Adult preventive dental coverage varies by state. Where covered, routine cleanings and X-rays are typically at no cost or minimal copay. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm MaineCare participation before scheduling.
Most people see a dental hygienist every six months for a routine cleaning. Patients with gum disease may need cleanings every three to four months (periodontal maintenance). Your hygienist and dentist will recommend a schedule based on your gum health and risk factors. With 421 dental hygienists in Maine, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.
Dental Hygienists in the area may have trained at University of New England College of Dental Medicine. Graduates of local programs often stay in the area to practice.
Major hospitals in the area include Maine Medical Center, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, and Central Maine Medical Center. Many dental hygienists maintain hospital affiliations for procedures or consultations that require a hospital setting. Contact the hospital directly or check provider profiles on FindClarity for affiliation details.
Preventive dental visits (exam, cleaning, X-rays) are covered at 100% by most dental insurance plans, with no copay and no deductible. Most plans cover two cleanings per year. If you need more frequent cleanings for gum disease, insurance may cover additional cleanings (called periodontal maintenance) but may apply the deductible and a copay. Deep cleanings (scaling and root planing) are typically covered at 80% as a basic service. Fluoride treatments are covered for children; adult coverage varies by plan. Sealants are covered for children under a specified age, usually 14 to 16.