29-1291.00

Dental Hygienists

Clean teeth and examine oral areas, head, and neck for signs of oral disease. May educate patients on oral hygiene, take and develop X-rays, or apply fluoride or sealants.

3.0OUT OF 10SAFEHIGH RISK
Low Risk

Your job is relatively safe from AI

Safer than 24% of occupations we track

Frey & Osborne (2013) estimated 19% probability of automation for this role
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24%
of jobs safer
107
jobs riskier than this
+9.0%
projected growth

Disruption Vector

Disruption Type

Human-Centric

This occupation relies heavily on human judgment, empathy, creativity, or physical dexterity that remains beyond current AI capabilities.

Dental hygiene requires physical dexterity for scaling, polishing, and patient oral examination that robotic systems cannot reliably perform in the variable conditions of a patient's mouth. The interpersonal aspects of patient education and comfort also favor human practitioners.

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Salary & Job Outlook

Median Annual Pay
$81,400
US Bureau of Labor Statistics
10-Year Job Growth
+9.0%
Faster than average
Education Required
Associate's degree
Job Zone 3 / 5

AI Risk Timeline

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Projection model: Based on current AI capability growth rates. High-risk occupations are projected to see compounding automation pressure, while human-centric roles show slower risk accumulation. These are statistical projections, not guarantees.

Skills Analysis — AI Vulnerability

AI can replicate (0)
AI-resistant (2)
Mixed
Active Listening75%
Speaking72%
Service Orientation70%
Coordination68%
Time Management65%

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This analysis is for informational purposes only and is based on statistical models and academic research. It does not constitute career advice and is not a guarantee of future employment outcomes. AI impact varies significantly by employer, region, and individual circumstances. Learn about our methodology →