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.

North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners · Last verified: September 2026

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Employers

Who’s Hiring Dental Hygienists in Raleigh

5 employers have 9 open dental hygienist roles in Raleigh, led by Heartland Dental with 4 openings.

Heartland Dental4 open Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry2 open Dr. Valerie Preston1 open Star Dental Partners1 open Wake County Government1 open

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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 the Raleigh area 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 Raleigh, NC right now?

As of November 2026, DentistryHires is showing 9 live dental hygienist openings in Raleigh, NC. They come from 5 employers. The listings at the top of this page are that feed.

02What does a dental hygienist earn in Raleigh?

The metro wage estimate for dental hygienists in the Raleigh area is $98,800 a year (BLS OEWS metro estimate, May 2025).

03What licence does a dental hygienist need in North Carolina?

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

04Which employers are hiring dental hygienists in Raleigh?

The Raleigh listings currently come from 5 employers, including Heartland Dental (4), Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry (2), and Dr. Valerie Preston (1). 2 other employers have openings too.