Noun: hygienist hI'je-nist or hI'jee-nist [N. Amer], hI'jee-nist [Brit]
- A healthcare professional specializing in preventive health maintenance and hygiene, especially dental hygiene
"The dental hygienist cleaned the patient's teeth and provided oral care advice"
Derived forms: hygienists
Type of: medical specialist, specialist
Encyclopedia: Hygienist