Browse dental hygienists in North Carolina.
200
Dental Hygienists
100%
Accepting patients
85%
Most common: RDH
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North Carolina has 200 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 85%.
UNC Adams School of Dentistry and East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine train dental hygienists in the state. Notable hospitals include Duke University Hospital, UNC Medical Center, and Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center. Health systems such as Duke Health, UNC Health, and Atrium Health (Advocate Health) employ many of the state's dental hygienists.
Patients with NC Medicaid (Healthy Opportunities) should verify coverage directly, as not all dental hygienists participate.
North Carolina's Research Triangle (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill) is one of the largest biomedical research hubs in the country.
North Carolina has 200 licensed dental hygienists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of dental hygienists in North Carolina 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 North Carolina 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. North Carolina has 200 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 North Carolina accept NC Medicaid (Healthy Opportunities), 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 NC Medicaid (Healthy Opportunities) 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 200 dental hygienists in North Carolina, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.
Dental Hygienists in the area may have trained at UNC Adams School of Dentistry, and East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine. Graduates of local programs often stay in the area to practice.
Major hospitals in the area include Duke University Hospital, UNC Medical Center, Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, and Wake Forest Baptist 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.