Schedule breaks for yourself. While it is important to study, it is just as important to remember to t...…
Over the past 2 -3 months Kelly has repeatedly been recognized by provider's during my face-to-face visits, they have described her as an exceptional advocate for our members and valued collaborator to our providers. One-on-one provider visits are primarily led by the providers to address the topics they feel would be most helpful for them, which almost always leads to requests for a specific guided training or claim resolutions; so it was especially rare and inspiring to have several of them voluntarily make it a point to identify and praise one of our UHC CBCM's. It was encouraging to hear their perspective on how dedicated Kelly is to her members, and how reliable they find her to be in working with them to address any obsticles they may…
Merit pay program: Employee is given a 10% pay raise after performance form has been completed and employees ranking results in 4’s and 5’s in all section of evaluation. A maximum of 30% will be given for the…
The main issue of this situation is that the patient has AIDS and the dental assistant has not been properly trained for these types of situations. In all health care practices, universal precautions is used for every patient regardless. The dental assistant was ethically wrong as by her reaction to the situation and poor professionalism was also demonstrated. The dental assistant was unaware of his conduct or the consequences of his reaction. If the dental assistant did in fact refuse to assist in this procedure, he can jeopardize his own job and also the office he is employed at could face legal issues. The dental assistant cannot refuse to partake in this procedure…
Are you hiding your smile behind your hand because of bad, missing, or crooked teeth? If so, it’s time to visit Vail Valley Dental Care. Your Avon dentist offers smile makeovers that can transform even the worst teeth into a smile that you can be proud of. Even if you’re just looking for a quick touchup for that special event, Dr. Maloley can help.…
The cost to TV Listings for an additional 20,000 issue is $2,880. Based on our analysis, the variable cost that is affected on the additional issues are paper, binding and delivery cost. The only variable cost that is not affected in the addition is the plate production because whether or not they need any additional issue, plates will still have to produce black and white and colored pages. The remainder of the costs in editorial, administration, composing computer and national program data base are fixed because no matter how much output they produce, the cost will not change.…
It is time for your yearly check up at the dentist to clean and polish your teeth. How do you react? Are you scared to go? You may be thinking about your last trip to the dentist where they poked and picked you with needles. They left you with your teeth hurting and gums swollen. They may have even had to give you a shot in your gums to numb your mouth and you couldn’t talk without spitting everywhere. You are dreading this trip and don’t want to go. You ask yourself, “Is this really going to help me?” Even though going to the dentist may be painful, it does keep your mouth healthy, which is important to live a healthy life. This is what dental hygienist do. Dental hygienists keep patients teeth and gums clean, access patient’s…
My career choice is a Dental Assistant. During my research, I came across the median pay for my career to be about $17.76 on an hourly wage. The median pay for my career on an annual wage is about $36,940. Becoming a dental assistant requires a lot of work and dedication. Some of the job tasks a dental assistant takes on would be assisting the dentist, setting up equipment, preparing patient for treatment, and keeping records. Employment for dental assistants is projected to grow 18% from 2014 to 2024. Becoming a dental assistant is different everywhere. Some states will require you to graduate from a program and pass an exam and then in other states you are not required to go through a program. The programs usually last about 9months to…
Dentists and dental hygienists need to be knowledgeable, compassionate, and confident in treating patients with HIV/AIDS. The treatment of this infectious disease needs to be performed in a way that minimizes risks to other patients and health care professionals. Previous studies have shown an unwillingness of health care professionals in treating such individuals. This study examined the effectiveness of a training program for dental and dental hygiene students at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry (LLUSD) in treating patients with HIV/AIDS. The purpose of this program is to give students knowledge in treating HIV patients, to reduce the risk of transmission of this infectious disease to dental staff and others, and to reduce the stigma associated with treating these patients. This particular study addressed students’ comfort level in treating HIV/AIDS patients in three categories: homosexual/bisexual individuals, intravenous drug users, and individuals who have had blood…
Hegemony hides under the guise of many names. In his book the seventeen irrefutable laws of teamwork John Maxwell identifies the term “group think”, and warns against its power to blind productivity and narrow the focus of a team(Maxwell, 2001). He suggests that in every meeting there should be someone assigned the task of maintaining a view of opposition to the rest of the group. This form of hegemony is pretty easily identifiable for business majors, however Hegemony in science technology engineering and mathematics, STEM, is hidden. The white male dominated community has stood to maintain the white privilege within the field and fueled the exploitation…
Do you guys know that one person that needs to brush their teeth better? As I grow up I have found it more important each day to keep my teeth clean and healthy, including flossing, tongue brushing, fluoride and even drinking the right liquids. I get that when we were younger we didn’t really care at all about our teeth, but now that we are older we start to realize we are going to have our teeth for the rest of our life and it’s important to keep them clean. If I become a dental Hygienist I will try my best to keep your teeth clean.…
Having braces taught me what foods I can eat and what bubblegum I can and cannot chew but beyond that it has shown me to further explore a future in dental hygiene. Some things you can do as a dental hygienist is clean and remove plaque from teeth, educate others about the importance of caring for your oral health which is the gateway to a person’s overall health. Becoming a dental hygienist professionally requires you to obtain an associate degree in dental hygiene. They affect the average American by educating them about dental care. And their earnings depend on where they work, and the amount of time worked.…
One of the biggest challenges I have faced was moving to America from Pakistan. The transition was difficult; I left childhood memories, family, and close friends behind. However, this portion of my life had a strong influence on the impact I want to have on impoverished populations. Seeing a dentist in Pakistan is a privilege that most of the families couldn’t afford. In those 17 years, it was rare for my family and I to have our teeth professionally cleaned or have a regular dental checkup. Dental insurance did not exist, and everything had to be, and still is, paid for in advance prior to seeing the dentist. Consequently, the majority of the Pakistani population have unsanitary dental hygiene. This sparked my interest in pursuing dentistry as a profession where I can help provide dental care to underserved…
Proper time-management and critical thinking are both crucial for success in medical school. Throughout my life, I had to develop excellent time-management skills in order to balance work, academics, and extracurricular activities without becoming overwhelmed. Initially, I was having trouble keeping up with all three without becoming overtaken with stress. However, I eventually learned to prioritize my tasks and plan ahead so that I am able to stay on top of everything I need to do and take care of myself emotionally and physically. The high workload a student faces in medical school requires that the student be able to handle an immense amount of stress and learn to prioritize all of the tasks that need to be completed. In order to be one…
To pursue my dental dream, I challenged myself to study hard. As a result, I…