Understanding the exact breakdown of the DOH Dental Hygienist test will help you know what to expect and how to most effectively prepare. The DOH Dental Hygienist has multiple-choice questions The exam will be broken down into the sections below:
| DOH Dental Hygienist Exam Blueprint | ||
|---|---|---|
| Domain Name | % | Number of Questions |
| Coronal Polish | ||
| Dental And Oral Anatomy | 8% | 2 |
| Oral Prophylaxis | 7% | 2 |
| Objective Of Coronal Polish | 7% | 2 |
| Dental Deposits | 15% | 4 |
| Polishing Precautions | 15% | 4 |
| Patient Education And Recordkeeping | 10% | 3 |
| Abrasives And Polishing Agents | 8% | 2 |
| Polishing Technique | 20% | 5 |
| Infection Control/OSHA Protocol | 10% | 3 |
| Sealants | ||
| Purpose Of Sealants | 10% | 3 |
| Indications And Contraindications For Sealant Application | 40% | 10 |
| Acid Etching | 10% | 3 |
| Sealants | 40% | 10 |
| Topical Anesthetic | ||
| Patient Preparation | 10% | 3 |
| Classifications | 20% | 5 |
| Precautions And Contraindications | 20% | 5 |
| Indications For Use | 30% | 8 |
| Placement Of The Topical Anesthetic (including Infection Control/OSHA Protocol | 20% | 5 |
| Topical Fluoride | ||
| Basic Information About Fluoride | 10% | 3 |
| Indications And Contraindications For Topical Fluoride | 30% | 8 |
| Benefits Of Topical Fluoride | 15% | 4 |
| Topical Fluoride Application | 15% | 4 |
| Fluoride Preparations | 10% | 3 |
| Adverse Reactions | 10% | 3 |
| Patient Education | 10% | 3 |