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DENTAL NEWS: Some dentists would not hire a male dental hygienist according to an online poll at TheWealthyDentist.com, an online portal for United States dentists.
Only 70% of dentists in the survey said they would hire a male hygienist if he were the most qualified candidate for the job, 23% probably would not, and 7% admitted they wouldn't hire a man. On the other hand, 17% said their dental practice currently employs a male dental hygienist.
Public expectation dictates a female. "I'd rather not be a trendsetter," said one dentist. But another said, "While I was initially sceptical, the male hygienists I've worked with are excellent and very well liked by their patients."
To see further comments made by dentists about hiring a male hygienist, visit www.thewealthydentist.com/blog/1023/male-dental-hygienists/.
DENTAL VIEWS: Really? In this day and age I can't believe so many dentists wouldn't hire a good a dental hygienist just because they were a guy. Unless, of course, and they were afraid of being called a "tooth fairy" behind their customers back.
Monday, September 7, 2009
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I think the dentist should choose the best person to be the dental hygienist ignoring the fact that the person is male or female. It is not acceptable that a person is not selected as dental hygienist just because he is a guy. So choose the best one for the job.
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