Automation index
How much of a Dental hygienist’s job can AI already do?
An appointment and a reminder come earlier. Scaling, probing and not hurting the gum do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Dental hygienist
20%
AI can already do 20% of this job.
#454 / 633
View rankingDental hygienist
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Diary, charts and recall reminders.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 32% | +5.1 |
Scaling, polish and periodontal probing.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 22% | 10% | +2.2 |
Teach brushing, diet and maintenance.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Support the dentist in clinic and X-ray.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 18% | +2.9 |
Clinical notes and progress photos.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Sterilisation, bay and not infecting anyone.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 14% | +2 |
| Total | 100% | 20% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- Diary, charts and recall reminders
- Scaling, polish and periodontal probing
- Teach brushing, diet and maintenance
- Support the dentist in clinic and X-ray
- Clinical notes and progress photos
- higienista dental
- dental hygienist
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-1292.00· ESCO/ISCO 2266
IS WORK OVER?
Management consultant
39%
#8 / 633
View rankingManagement consultant
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Gather and organize information on problems or procedures.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 23% | 28% | +6.4 |
Develop and implement records management program for filing, protection, and retrieval of records, and assure compliance with program.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 13% | 55% | +7.2 |
Confer with personnel concerned to ensure successful functioning of newly implemented systems or procedures.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 13% | 28% | +3.6 |
Analyze data gathered and develop solutions or alternative methods of proceeding.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 13% | 48% | +6.2 |
Recommend purchase of storage equipment and design area layout to locate equipment in space available.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Design, evaluate, recommend, and approve changes of forms and reports.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 55% | +3.9 |
Prepare manuals and train workers in use of new forms, reports, procedures or equipment, according to organizational policy.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 55% | +2.8 |
Review forms and reports and confer with management and users about format, distribution, and purpose, identifying problems and improvements.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 55% | +2.8 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
| Total | 100% | 39% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- business analysis
- risk management
- market research
- scientific research methodology
- perform business analysis
- identify undetected organisational needs
- analyse business plans
- interpret financial statements
- conduct quantitative research
- analyse financial performance of a company
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-1111.00· ESCO/ISCO 2421