My ambition to study for a degree in dental hygiene and therapy has developed out of several years’ experience of working as a dental nurse. I have considered the career of dentistry for a long time and am fully aware of how demanding at times it can be, therefore I decided to study a foundation degree in dental nursing at a university. Throughout my working career I have become more aware of the importance of a hygienist’s role in maintaining patient’s dental health. I understand how common periodontal
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In The Glass Castle, the Jeannette Walls and her family went through many ups and downs. They were forced to go places and endure things that are extremely difficult. The children of the Walls family learned how to take care of themselves and to never give up. They persevered through good and bad to have the lives they always wanted. The Walls family had many accomplishments and successes despite their obstacles and conflicts. The Walls family had many accomplishments and victories. At one point
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is not uncommon to experience an increase in oral health issues. This is due to the fact that the hormonal changes that are affecting your body have created a breeding ground for bacteria. The only real way to solve this problem is to improve your dental care practices. Until the inflammation goes away permanently, there are a few tips you can use to soothe your gums and keep your mouth at ease. Apply Aloe Vera Gel to Your Gums Fresh aloe vera juice and gel are commonly used to treat topical wounds
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support of local civic and athletic organizations. I am passionate about helping others achieve not only a better smile and occlusion but a more positive sense of self. During my site visit to the Department of Orthodontics at Columbia College of Dental Medicine, I was thoroughly impressed with the comprehensiveness of the program. During discussions with residents I learned that not only
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While this toothbrush sounds like it hits all the marks for leaving behind plaque-free teeth, it seems to miss a few marks for braces. My concerns with this triple brush head would first and foremost be the bulkiness. Due to the literal three brushes, the toothbrush head is extremely bulky and would become difficult to move around braces. This issue may be especially true if an individual already has a smaller mouth, such as a child or pre-teen. My second concern would be that the angle would
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plaque, which thickens and grows into calculus. This causes the gums to be pushed away from the teeth, causing pockets that are the perfect place for bacteria to grow. Gingivitis is a component of Periodontal Disease. This is one of the most common dental diseases of dogs and cats. (Inflammation of Dog's Gum (Canine gingivitis), nd) (Gum Disease in Dogs, n.d.) Normal dog gums Gums inflamed (Photo courtesy of Bing) (Photo courtesy of Bing) Symptoms
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As mentioned in the textbook “Health Care Delivery in the United States” under the section “Public Health Every Day” we tend to not think about the affects of public health in our everyday life even though we are surround by it (Leviton, Rhodes & Change, 2012, p.104). After reading this section I realized that this past week from waking up until going to sleep, my daily habits are filled with activities that are associated with public health topics. Upon waking up and brushing my teeth, the water
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Dental Hygienist #2 Oh my goodness, you all know that we have been undergoing a massive overhaul of our practice and that we are hoping to come back with a full team of individuals that are looking to assist you in your dental needs. Don’t forget, upon our reopening, you will be able to meet our newest Dental Hygienist, Nishtha Dhir. She has worked hard to become an expert in her field and is excited to see you in the office. Dental Hygienist #3 Hey All!! I know, you are ready to get back
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I was assigned Enamel Pro Fluoride Varnish which is a clear substance that dental hygienist can coat their patients teeth with following a dental cleaning. Enamel Pro Fluoride Varnish has many benefits to the tooth structure and is one of the most popular fluoride application techniques. This substance is made up of 5% sodium fluoride which helps in remineralization of the tooth enamel and dentin, helps prevent cavities, and can even improve sensitivity. This varnish allows the amorphoue calcium
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Despite the advantages that Odontology has provided, it has come with its’ own set of controversy, centering around bite mark analysis. In recent years critics have begun to speculate about the nature of bite-mark analysis. Rather than deduce based on the bite mark itself, forensic dentists often get as much information as possible about the suspected biter before performing the analysis. This might lead them to look for evidence that isn't actually there to fit the need. In addition, forensic dentists
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