Overview
Oral health is tied to an individual's well-being. Understanding the importance of oral hygiene is essential for healthy teeth and gums. But that's not all. Gum disease and tooth decay are associated with increased risks for health problems in other parts of the body.
Dental hygienist majors learn how to perform routine oral checkups, assess for disease, and provide education on preventive measures. Dental hygiene is an evolving field with advanced technologies. Small x-ray sensors and needle-free anesthesia are a couple of ways in which dental hygienists use technology to improve patient care and comfort.
Program Objectives:
- Develop clinical competence in oral health assessment and diagnosis
- Implement preventive dentistry measures and educate patients on proper oral hygiene
- Enhance communication skills for effective patient interaction and education
- Adhere to infection control protocols and maintain a hygienic dental environment
- Foster ethical and professional conduct, complying with laws and standards
- Collaborate with the dental team to provide comprehensive patient care
- Commit to lifelong learning and staying updated on dental hygiene advancements
- Engage in community outreach programs to promote oral health
- Develop critical thinking skills for informed clinical decision-making
- Assistance to Dental Surgeons in all Dental and Surgical procedures
- Taking of all kinds of X-rays along with their Basic Interpretation
Role of Dental Hygienist:
- Dental hygienists work closely with a dentist.
- Educating patients about proper oral care, maintaining the cleanliness of their patient's teeth, and performing X-rays and other tests to assess teeth or gum problems. Are some of the duties of a dental hygienist, A dental hygienist's job also involves counseling the patients on maintaining good oral health
Skills
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Effective listening and motivational skills
- Team-work
- Manual dexterity and confidence in handling dental equipment
Career Prospectives
- Jobs in private or public settings, in the education sector, or in research
- Jobs in private dental clinics for Prevention and non-surgical treatment of periodontal diseases.
- Jobs in private Dental Hospitals for oral health education and the prevention of oral disease to promote healthy oral behaviors
- Very good opportunity to relocate in Foreign Countries.
- Government job opportunities