Dental Hygienist - Atlantic Smiles Dentistry

Get to Know Us

Welcome to Atlantic Smile Dentistry, where your comfort and care are our top priorities. Located in the heart of Amherst, Nova Scotia, our clinic is dedicated to providing exceptional dental care tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient. Since our practice began in 1972, we have been treating and educating the people of Cumberland County on the importance of good oral health.

Over the years, we have upheld our practice values, staying current with the latest dental techniques and implementing advanced technology to ensure the best outcomes for our patients. Amherst, Nova Scotia, is a charming town known for its rich history and friendly community. Located near the New Brunswick border, it offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and modern amenities, including recreational activities, beautiful parks, and a vibrant local culture.

At Atlantic Smile Dentistry, we are proud to be part of this community and contribute to its well-being through excellent dental care.

Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

• Grow Without Limits:
  We'll match your ambition, curiosity and drive to be your best with award-winning education, hands-on experience, real recognition and proven pathways that grow your expertise on your terms
• Brilliant Rewards:
  Competitive pay with annual reviews, RRSP matching to grow your future, and a comprehensive total-rewards package, which includes gym discounts, insurance savings, entertainment deals, and more, along with access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Build Your Career with Us:
  Be part of a team that shares expertise, tackles challenges together, and works with modern technology, tools, and systems so you can focus on what matters most: patient care, professional development, and practice growth

Career development with industry-leading CE, social and networking events, and a flexible, work-life balanced environment that supports your professional growth.

• Appropriately assess, plan, implement and evaluate services for patient care
• Perform all aspects of clinical preventative hygiene services including scaling, root planning, polishing, topical fluoride, pit and fissure sealants and whitening to patients
• Serve as an oral health educator by introducing new preventative techniques and counselling
• Establish and retain patient loyalty by delivering a tailored experience based on the patients' expectations, while consistently maintaining ethical and professional behaviour

• Completion of a Dental Hygiene Diploma or Degree is required
• Current registration as a Dental Hygienist in good standing with the provincial regulatory body is required
• Valid CPR certification is required

Our purpose is to provide the best care for our patients. We empower our people and our practices with resources and technology to deliver exceptional care and patient outcomes.

We are the future of dentistry: a network-driven, entrepreneurial approach with the knowledge, scale and cutting-edge technology to transform healthcare in Canada.