Browse dental hygienists in Minnesota.
303
Dental Hygienists
100%
Accepting patients
71%
Most common: RDH
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Minnesota has 303 licensed dental hygienists spread across the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is RDH, which stands for Registered Dental Hygienist, at 71%.
University of Minnesota School of Dentistry trains practitioners in the state. Notable hospitals include Mayo Clinic - Rochester, Abbott Northwestern Hospital, and M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center. Health systems such as Mayo Clinic Health System, Allina Health, and Fairview Health Services employ many of the state's dental hygienists.
Patients with Medical Assistance / MinnesotaCare should verify coverage directly, as not all dental hygienists participate.
Mayo Clinic in Rochester is ranked the number one hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report and treats patients from all 50 states and over 130 countries.
Minnesota has 303 licensed dental hygienists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of dental hygienists in Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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. Minnesota has 303 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 Minnesota accept Medical Assistance / MinnesotaCare, 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 Medical Assistance / MinnesotaCare 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 303 dental hygienists in Minnesota, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.
Dental Hygienists in the area may have trained at University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. Graduates of local programs often stay in the area to practice.
Major hospitals in the area include Mayo Clinic - Rochester, Abbott Northwestern Hospital, M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center, and Children's Minnesota. 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.