Meaning of the word hygienist in English

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hygienist

US /haɪˈdʒen.ɪst/
UK /haɪˈdʒen.ɪst/
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Noun

1.

a person who specializes in dental hygiene, typically cleaning and polishing teeth and providing advice on oral care

Example:
My dental hygienist recommended I floss daily.
The hygienist performed a thorough cleaning.
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