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.

Kentucky Board of Dentistry · Last verified: September 2026

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Salary data

Dental Hygienist Salary in Kentucky

Statewide Kentucky figures for dental hygienists.

Kentucky median

$78,830

BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025

Kentucky range

$67,880–$91,800

vs. national

-20%

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Employers

Who’s Hiring Dental Hygienists in Kentucky

21 employers have 31 open dental hygienist roles in Kentucky, led by Heartland Dental with 9 openings.

Heartland Dental9 open PepperPointe Partnerships3 open Advanced Dental Center1 open Bluegrass Oral Health Center1 open BRECKENRIDGE DENTAL CARE1 open Comfort Hold Dentures1 open Covington Dental1 open Elite Dental Partners1 open

Dental Hygienist Jobs by City in Kentucky

Louisville (8)Bowling Green (3)Lexington (3)Florence (2)Crescent Springs (1)Crestview Hills (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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky right now?

As of November 2026, DentistryHires is showing 31 live dental hygienist openings in Kentucky. They come from 21 employers. The listings at the top of this page are that feed.

02What does a dental hygienist earn in Kentucky?

The Kentucky median for dental hygienists is $78,830 a year, -20% against the national median (BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025).

03What licence does a dental hygienist need in Kentucky?

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

04Which employers are hiring dental hygienists in Kentucky?

The Kentucky listings currently come from 21 employers, including Heartland Dental (9), PepperPointe Partnerships (3), and Advanced Dental Center (1). 18 other employers have openings too.

05Which Kentucky cities have the most dental hygienists openings?

Across the Kentucky listings on this page, the cities with the most open roles are Louisville (8), Bowling Green (3), Lexington (3), Florence (2), and Crescent Springs (1).