Growing up in Mexico, I noticed that not many individuals in my community understood the importance of dental health, nor did many of them even have the means to attain it. When I moved to America, I realized that this mentality was not exclusive to the community I had grown up in. Even within the United States of America, many people belonging to underprivileged communities were not aware of the importance of dental health. Even though their daily lives were negatively affected by their dental problems, it did not seem as though they felt dental care was worth the monetary expense. It is these experiences that now inspire me to pursue a career in dentistry; I treasure the importance of dental health, on bringing diversity to the profession, …show more content…
As the oldest sibling in a single parent family, I felt like I would fit right into place as a Dentist. I found that even when work is hectic there is a certain protocol, direction, and communication in a dental office. Handling different schedules, the needs of others, and running an office is a team effort. This is similar to assisting in the up keep of a household. As the older sister, I learned to establish a gentle authority, to give directions that are listened to, as well as a practicality to reach the end goal. Seeing this environment in the dental offices that I shadowed reinforced my passion to become a dentist, as it felt like a family environment instead of …show more content…
Being a first generation college student, Hispanic woman from a low income family I know first hand how there is little expectations and support for minorities. I knew that I could not afford college, so I applied to a no extracurricular, college-focused high school that gave me the opportunity to get my high school degree as well as an Associate’s Degree. My typical day consisted of going to high school and community college in the afternoon and in the evening volunteering or playing violin at my local church. After I graduated high school with an Associate’s Degree in Science with Honors, I packed my bags and violin case to attend St. Mary’s University, which had a great Pre-Dental program. I was lucky to have amazing mentors and a great support system in my life. For this reason, I became a mentor for the Biology Living Learning Community to bring diversity by tutoring the sciences, support, and bring interest in STEM jobs to freshman students as well as the San Antonio community. I may have not reached my goal yet but will always want to help others reach
This shortage of dental professionals may be attributable to a number of reasons, namely migration and low enrollment of dental students. Canadians’ Aboriginal and immigrant populations are growing rapidly and both these populations are experiencing barriers to access dental care.
After the treatment and procedure is complete, patients leave with healthier, more beautiful teeth, giving them the confidence to ask someone out on a date or the confidence to smile on an important job interview. Dentistry is and has been for centuries, an important aspect of people’s ...
Since everyone wants good teeth to be able to eat and speak, dental insurance is as crucial as life insurance coverage plans as well as house insurance and car insurance. (Klapp par.1) While in 22 states they have no need for coverage and in six states only have emergency coverage and another 16 states does not cover preventative services on teeth. (Wallace par.1) insurance companies have jumped on having dental insurance due to them realizing that it is need by individuals who are not covered by their job or company. ( “Vital” par.6) when you are covered you have many benefits such as free procedures. To m...
With a supportive family and a community, I have set my goal in earning my M.D-PhD degree. As a Hispanic working hard to become a clinical scientist, I would increase the diversity to the cohort of students pursuing PhDs in science and engineering. My physician father and my nurse mother left their professional careers and emigrated from Peru so that my sister and I could get the better education and increased opportunities available in America. My parents wanted their children to succeed in whatever they wished to pursue. Setting foot on American soil, my dad traded stethoscopes for tools, and patient visits for manual labor. He worked in a book factory every day from sunrise to sundown lifting boxes, packaging books, and moving heavy containers. I never heard him complain about his long hours of work. Through his decisions, determination, and sacrifices, I have become a more matured man. His hard work has taught me that I must be persistent and not give up simply because the work seems unbearable. If he could forfeit his career for the prosperity of his family, then I, too, can certainly overcome struggles and barriers for my prospective career. Additionally, as a Hispanic male, I would represent the low percentage of the Hispanic males attaining a PhD or even attending a higher education
I can remember being a little boy sitting at the piano in church, listening to the preacher talk of how Jesus washed the disciples’ feet, which symbolizes the idea that we are here to serve. That message profoundly resonated with me throughout life. It was not until I began accompanying my grandmother to her multiple dental visits that I was able to see how I could put this calling of service into action. I saw firsthand the significant positive impact my grandmother’s dentist was able to make in her life, which encouraged me to want to learn about the field of dentistry. I then started researching dental health and learning of the importance of oral healthcare and how it affects the entire body. I then began to learn of how patient access to proper dental care was limited because of several factors such as, financial barriers, transportation, and dental fear, especially in the underserved minority communities. Given the shortage of black dentists, I realized I could make a positive difference by being an inspiration to those in the community, as well as serve in a professional career that would provide needed healthcare to the community. This is when I began to develop such a strong passion for
As I started my new journey of becoming a dental hygienist, I came into the program with no background of dental. I came into this program with an open mind and willing to embrace new concepts as well as develop new skills. During my time at the Canadian Academy of Dental Hygiene (CADH), I learned that as a dental hygienist that I am committed to promoting and helping each individual achieve their optimal oral health goals. In support of my client’s goals, I may assume any or all of the roles included in the dental hygiene scope of practice. My goal throughout this program was to help my clients achieve their optimal oral health goals through education, health promotion and providing preventive and clinical therapy.
I decided to do my research report on dentistry because it is a perfect blend of science and art. It is a science in that you must fully comprehend on the different types of diagnostic and procedures you are doing. It is an art in that you are constantly working with your hands to create a beautiful smile. The impact you make on helping a person achieve an impeccable smile is not one to compare with materialistic things like money or cars. People often mistake dentist as only doing practices when in fact they could do more, like research. I was fortunate enough to have been given the opportunity to interview Dr. Sarah Pham, DDS, a close family friend who practices dentistry in her own private office in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Pham was
In the near future, I would like to be in medical school. In order for me to be able to achieve that professional goal, I will have to have the available financial resources. Unfortunately this is a necessity to education in the society we live in. More importantly I would need the encouragement of my parents to push me to continue on the very rigorous journey that is postgrad. Without support it is very hard for me to carry myself especially in times of extreme stress. Just does in explain to be found in Latino culture, it is important to me that the people I am surrounded by have a liberal attitude towards women rolls as well as diversity and culture. Being that I am a black woman with Caribbean roots, I think it is imperative to note that representation matters. Being able to see role models of the same culture background and race as me gives me the encouragement to know that if they could do it I can as well. Especially in the field of medicine, there aren't very many people that look like me. It is doable but not as comfortable to try to endure something that you do not feel like you fit into. What will ultimately hinder me from achieving my goals believes that I can't do something because of any circumstance.
Promoting oral health and disease prevention: Dentist should create an awareness to public in order to reduce oral problems. It is important for the public to know the importance of oral health to general health and well being.
Life, the teeth for each of us, are very important, ah, we all know that the teeth are our second face, that is, teeth white good or bad, the relationship between a person's external image, So that everyone in the teeth of the problem are very concerned about ah, especially in the presence of dental calculus when the time
Studies show that maintaining a good oral health and regular dental check ups is important to your overall health status. Others disagree to that statement, regarding their fear of pain, needles, drilling, having chronic tooth infections, and the affordability of paying for the check up. Parents question themselves if going to the dentist every six month really as effective as oppose to going randomly for a check up. Parents also debate about whether dental insurance will increase depending on their visitation for them or their kids to the dentist from any kind of infection. Individuals with dental protection generally have what 's depicted as "100-80-50" coverage, which means it
... three quarters of all public expenditures for dental care in Canada is associated with treatment in a private dental facilities, where public insurance is billed as a third-party payer (9). However, only 30% of dentists deal with public insurance (8). The delivery method causes problems between dental service providers and public insurance. Public vs. private setting for dental care is also important to consider due to the disparity that exist with oral health and its access. Low-income and high-risk children (i.e. Aboriginal children) are unable to acquire dental care suffering medically and socially since they cannot afford the cost. Additionally seniors, individuals in long-term care, the homeless etc. are also in this category. Thus, sometimes delivering would be more appropriate in private dental setting, while in others, a public setting would be more ideal.
Maintaining oral health is extremely important not only for your mouth, but for your overall health (Wallace, Taylor, Wallace & Cockrell, 2010). Poor oral health impacts a person’s quality of life and general health, It causes pain which could result in poor nutrition (Griffin, Jones, Brunson, Griffin & Bailey, 2012). The residents at Menarock aged care have a private dentist from Alpha dental that visits the facility when prompted, although some resident’s families take them to their own family dental professional.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (2000) Oral Health in America: A Report of the Surgeon General .Rockville, MD: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Institutes of Health, 2000.
Like any other medical care, dental care is important for our good and healthy life.