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.

Board of Dentistry and Dental Hygiene · Last verified: September 2026

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Salary data

Dental Hygienist Salary in Delaware

Statewide Delaware figures for dental hygienists.

Delaware median

$98,910

BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025

Delaware range

$97,570–$103,310

vs. national

+1%

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Employers

Who’s Hiring Dental Hygienists in Delaware

7 employers have 14 open dental hygienist roles in Delaware, led by Freedom Dental Health with 7 openings.

Freedom Dental Health7 open Western Dental / Sonrava Health2 open Gispert Family Dentistry1 open John M Facciolo DMD PA1 open KISS Dental Care1 open Progressive Dental Arts1 open Wild Smiles Dentistry for Kids1 open

Dental Hygienist Jobs by City in Delaware

Wilmington (6)Newark (2)Dover (1)Bear

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 Delaware 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 Delaware right now?

As of September 2026, DentistryHires is showing 14 live dental hygienist openings in Delaware. They come from 7 employers. The listings at the top of this page are that feed.

02What does a dental hygienist earn in Delaware?

The Delaware median for dental hygienists is $98,910 a year, +1% against the national median (BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025).

03What licence does a dental hygienist need in Delaware?

The Board of Dentistry and Dental Hygiene sets the licensing rules for dental hygienists in Delaware. The summary on this page was last verified in September 2026. See the Delaware requirements page for the current rules.

04Which employers are hiring dental hygienists in Delaware?

The Delaware listings currently come from 7 employers, including Freedom Dental Health (7), Western Dental / Sonrava Health (2), and Gispert Family Dentistry (1). 4 other employers have openings too.

05Which Delaware cities have the most dental hygienists openings?

Across the Delaware listings on this page, the cities with the most open roles are Wilmington (6), Newark (2), and Dover (1).