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.

South Carolina Board of Dentistry · Last verified: September 2026

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Salary data

Dental Hygienist Salary in South Carolina

Statewide South Carolina figures for dental hygienists.

South Carolina median

$84,340

BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025

South Carolina range

$79,400–$94,830

vs. national

-14%

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Employers

Who’s Hiring Dental Hygienists in South Carolina

24 employers have 78 open dental hygienist roles in South Carolina, led by Heartland Dental with 32 openings.

Heartland Dental32 open LiveWell Homecare Agency6 open Pacific Dental Services6 open FAMILY DENTAL HEALTH5 open SGA Dental Partners4 open Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry3 open Coastal Kids Dental and Braces2 open Imagen Dental Partners2 open

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 South Carolina 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 South Carolina right now?

As of September 2026, DentistryHires is showing 78 live dental hygienist openings in South Carolina. They come from 24 employers. The listings at the top of this page are that feed.

02What does a dental hygienist earn in South Carolina?

The South Carolina median for dental hygienists is $84,340 a year, -14% against the national median (BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025).

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

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

04Which employers are hiring dental hygienists in South Carolina?

The South Carolina listings currently come from 24 employers, including Heartland Dental (32), LiveWell Homecare Agency (6), and Pacific Dental Services (6). 21 other employers have openings too.

05Which South Carolina cities have the most dental hygienists openings?

Across the South Carolina listings on this page, the cities with the most open roles are Columbia (8), Lexington (8), Greenville (5), Mount Pleasant (5), and Charleston (3).

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Dental Hygienist Requirements in South Carolina