A clinician by profession (2010) and an idealist by nature I believe that life should be lived most effectively. According to me the most effective way to fulfil my personal goals is to take the knowledge I acquire through a Master’s degree in dental hygiene program, and use it in my arsenal to educate people in my community about oral health and its determinants. A career as a dental hygiene instructor for a basic preparation dental hygiene program is my opportunity to not only effectively utilize my leadership skills to facilitate a well coordinated learning milieu for dental hygiene students, but also to advocate various inter related dental hygiene roles such as that of a clinician and a researcher in the dental hygiene environment. An excellent communicator of ideas backed up with an intuitive personality, makes me an ideal candidate to grow as a clinician and assume the role of an educator in a dental hygiene setting. Growing up in a family of professionals, where my father is an ophthalmologist and my mother a clinical nutritionist, I have constantly been urged to carve my own niche by excelling not only in academics but also in extra -curricular activities such as theatre, public speaking, writing, and swimming. My parents’ continual encouragement has helped mould me into a well-rounded, confident individual, comfortable with handling pressure and responsibility and I am eager and ambitious to make my mark on the world. However first I need to complete my education and acquire tools from it to add in my arsenal to succeed as an educator in the field of dental hygiene. A Master of Science in dental hygiene from UCSF is the next step in my pursuit for planning a career. This one year program has an attractive design tha... ... middle of paper ... ...dimensions of my personality, and helped me realize that a career as an oral health care educator is befitting of my personality and personal goals. For me, a graduate degree is not simply a means to an end. I wish to develop program goals for a dental hygiene program in my areas of research interests, and utilize my skills as an oral health care educator to help build a team of dental hygiene professionals who will assume the responsibility of health care promotion with greater understanding of the increasing awareness among the community about oral health care benefits, and risk factors. In order to make the best of my time in graduate school, I seek a program with the best faculty, and resources that will help me achieve my goals. I hope that I am offered an opportunity to not simply study at UCSF, but also collaborate my research interests with your faculty.
My ambition for studying a degree for dental hygiene propagated during my research about it. I am very much aware of the importance of the hygienist's role in maintaining the patient's health as I have already experienced it during work experience in a dental surgery. I enjoy helping patients and I am able to communicate with different types of people. I can handle difficult situations in a small period of time without hesitation. I read scientific journals and enjoy researching about science and learning about the human body to develop my knowledge. I am currently studying BTEC level 3 sciences at St Albans Academy. I also achieved a gold Duke Of Edinburgh award and demonstrated effective leadership skills during my expeditions and practises. I The role of a dental hygienist comes with a big responsibility
I am planning on going to University of Southern Indiana (USI) to be a dental hygienist. In college i will take any programs they offer me that deal with dentistry. I am planning on going to college for a full eight years to get my doctorate’s degree. Just in case in the future, I decide to change my career I would like to have that degree. I will take science and medical classes to expand my realm of knowledge in equipment and procedures I will perform. College will definitely be difficult, but I feel like if I try my best and put 110% into all my work I will
The total credit hours include The Dental Hygiene Program. After completing the perquisites and the program, I will graduate with an Associate Degree in Applied Science. The next objective will next be to become certified as a dental hygienist. This is completed by taking state and certifying examinations. Training usually includes one to two years, including being on the job experience and informal training. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, skills necessary are interpersonal skills, physical stamina, dexterity, detail oriented and compassion. It is only recommended that a student should at least major in an Associate Degree in Applied Science. A student can also acquire a bachelor’s degree, but it is not necessary for this career. It is recommended to acquire this degree if the student is planning on branching away from dental
When envisaging a future career, we generally tend to base our ideas off of the most known careers such as doctors, chefs, police officers and fireman, without the knowledge of the other possible career opportunities. After doing weeks of extensive research, I found a very feasible and riveting future career, a Dental Hygienist. Dental Hygiene is a preventive oral health profession that helps people maintain better dental health for the future. Though this career seems quite easy, it’s a crucial job that adults and children of all ages need.
There are specific courses you have to take and then finally try to get into the Dental Hygiene program and from there on out you talk to professors and get help. You have to try and stay on the right page and you have to believe in yourself. It’ll get hard for you and you’re going to want to give up times but you always have to think positive and think about the good outcome that’s going to come out of everything. My biggest motivation is the smile on my parents face when I walk down that aisle on graduation and when I become a Dental Hygienists. I know I can do it and I believe in myself. I will not give up on my dream.
The goal was to show admission faculties of dental schools that I am capable of mastering upper-level biology classes such as Human Gross Anatomy and Histology and to prepare for my future study in dental school. During my Master’s study at Mississippi College, I developed a strict lifestyle through time management in order to maximize time for studies. I graduated with a Master’s degree in Biomedical Science with a 3.7 GPA. The success at Mississippi College gave me the confidence that I can be successful in any dental
Those in the dental field depend heavily on public health education to spread the importance of good oral hygiene. One of the ways dental hygienist reach the public is by community health programs, that are typically funded by either the government or nonprofit organizations. While in these positions dental hygienists provide care to those who otherwise would not have access to dental care. With an bachelor’s degree dental hygienist are able to take on roles such as clinicians, administrators, researchers, and community clinic
The four years of high school have prepared me on an academic level as I challenge myself to various Honors and AP courses. I have taken AP classes such as US History, Calculus AB, Language and Composition, Studio Arts, Statistics, Biology, Chinese, and Literature and Composition. I realized much of my comfort zone revolves around English and Science based courses, which suits my pursuit for Dentistry. Many of the school organizations and club activities, such as presidential positions in FBLA and State Treasurer or NJASA, have contributed to the development of my personality: outspoken and social. I am also currently a Class Officer, FBLA Vice President, Student Council President, and National Honor Society Public Relations. Holding distinctive positions allows me to understand my peers and myself from various perspectives.
Ever since I was a little girl I wanted to be a dental hygienist. It has been 17 years and my mindset hasn’t changed yet. My dad has pushed me as I was growing up and make sure I do all my research. I have had experience and it is very fun and exciting to me to see the work that can be done and how it changes people’s lives. The dentist yearly salary is 131,834-$172,668. I am interested in teeth, how they grow, and how they form. These things all combined are what have my interest in this field. I want to see the smiles on kids and adults faces after I have helped them achieve what they have come to me for. Bringing joy and happiness to my patients set a fire inside of me and bring me
Have you ever been at the dentist and heard “Healthy teeth are happy teeth”? Many people refrain from engaging in conversation and smiling because they are unhappy with their teeth. There are a vast number of reasons why people do not seek proper dental treatment. Some people don’t go to the dentist because they fear the visit will be painful or they just have Dentohobia witch is an intense fear of going to the dentist. I feel as if Dental hygiene is the ideal career for me this is my chosen path. The combination of a team oriented environment and helping patients with their oral health and having flexible work hours is what has brought me to this career. A career as a dental hygienist offers a wide range of challenges. In the dental office,
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.
As I discovered more about the dental hygienist, I realized I can do a lot with this profession. I would enjoy using my profession in health and human services, prisons, and the Department of Veterans Affairs. I plan to continue my education with dental hygiene, and hopefully receive my bachelor’s degree. With a bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene, it would broaden my involvement in the profession and allow me to advance my career and do more with public services, allowing me to be an advocate of public health and entrepreneur. I plan to contribute to my profession by finding ways to increase access to care to underserved populations.
In order accomplish anything in life, there needs to be a plan or path to get there. This especially applies to my career path in the dental field. Enrolling at Roosevelt University allowed me to be one step closer to that path, in which I will be earning my Bachelor of Science degree with a concentration in Biology. After I finish my bachelors, I plan to take the DAT prior to seeking admission to a four year professional Dental school program and from there obtain a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree. Social psychology plays a major role in everyday life, including the path I have chosen. The three topics and concepts from this course that relate to my future career plan in the dental field are nature of authority influencing obedience,
Of all the knowledge and skills that I have gained during my undergraduate studies, it is the experience I have gained as a research and dental assistant that will contribute the most to my career as a dentist. Although a strong science background is essential to succeed in dental school, my unique combination of personal motivation, social skills, perseverance, and desire to help those in need will allow me to excel in this profession. To appreciate the characteristics that set me apart from other students pursuing similar goals, it is necessary to understand how I reached the point where I am today.
I decided to pursue my MPH degree to be followed with the Residency in Dental Public Health. Now, more than ever there is a need for public control and prevention of disease with healthcare costs spiraling out of control.