Scope of practice — what a dental hygienist may do, and under what level of supervision — is set by state law and changes over time, so verify current rules with the board before relying on them.

Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners · Last verified: September 2026

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Salary data

Dental Hygienist Salary in Arkansas

Statewide Arkansas figures for dental hygienists.

Arkansas median

$86,760

BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025

Arkansas range

$82,620–$93,600

vs. national

-12%

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Employers

Who’s Hiring Dental Hygienists in Arkansas

11 employers have 19 open dental hygienist roles in Arkansas, led by Heartland Dental with 5 openings.

Heartland Dental5 open Lumio Dental3 open Smile Brands3 open Affordable Dentures & Implants1 open Community Clinic1 open David L Ouellette DDS1 open Dean Dental Solutions1 open Dean Dental Solutions West1 open

Dental Hygienist Jobs by City in Arkansas

Rogers (3)Fayetteville (1)Siloam Springs (1)

About This Role

A registered dental hygienist (RDH) performs cleanings, periodontal therapy, x-rays, and preventive care under a dentist's practice.

Dental practices across Arkansas hire for this role — the listings above are the live openings on DentistryHires right now.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

01How many dental hygienist jobs are open in Arkansas right now?

As of November 2026, DentistryHires is showing 19 live dental hygienist openings in Arkansas. They come from 11 employers. The listings at the top of this page are that feed.

02What does a dental hygienist earn in Arkansas?

The Arkansas median for dental hygienists is $86,760 a year, -12% against the national median (BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025).

03What licence does a dental hygienist need in Arkansas?

The Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners sets the licensing rules for dental hygienists in Arkansas. The summary on this page was last verified in September 2026. See the Arkansas requirements page for the current rules.

04Which employers are hiring dental hygienists in Arkansas?

The Arkansas listings currently come from 11 employers, including Heartland Dental (5), Lumio Dental (3), and Smile Brands (3). 8 other employers have openings too.

05Which Arkansas cities have the most dental hygienists openings?

Across the Arkansas listings on this page, the cities with the most open roles are Rogers (3), Fayetteville (1), and Siloam Springs (1).