During the course of my 2-year dental hygiene program, several research projects on various topics were conducted in detail as follows:

  • DEN 2413 PUBLIC HEALTH:  Keeping it Healthy  This paper provides a comprehensive review of the research on toothbrushing and flossing, with a focus on strategies for enhancing these important oral hygiene practices. Toothbrushing and flossing are essential components of maintaining good oral health, yet many people struggle to maintain consistent habits or achieve optimal results. This paper explores the latest research on toothbrushing and flossing, with a focus on innovative techniques and technologies that can help individuals enhance their oral hygiene practices.
  • DEN 2311 ORAL PATHOLOGY: Paget’s disease (Osteitis deformans) This article is about Paget’s disease which is a skeletal growth disorder in which abnormalities such as unusual bone growth can occur in several multifactoral ways. This is often manifested by diffuse pain throughout the musculoskeletal system. It generally manifests with radiologically visible changes. This activity reviews the etiology, presentation, evaluation, and management of Paget’s disease and reviews the role of the interprofessional team in evaluating, diagnosing, and managing the condition.
  • DEN 1200 PRINCIPLE OF DH CARE II: Article Analysis- Research Paper.
  • This paper analyzes recent articles on the impact of educational intervention among patients with eating disorders. This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of the article, including an overview of the key arguments and findings, a discussion of the methodologies used, and a critical evaluation of the strengths and limitations of the study.
  • DEN 1114 HISTOLOGY AND EMBRYOLOGY: Tongue – Ankyloglossia  & Geographic black hairy tongue.  Smile Pinki
  • This paper provides a comprehensive review of the oral condition of ankyloglossia and geographic tongue, the etiology, and methodology of how to manage these conditions.
  • DEN 1100 PRINCIPLE OF DH CARE I: Tobacco Cessation Counseling & Electronic Cigarettes
    This paper provides a comprehensive review of the research on e-cigarettes, including their potential impact on oral and overall health. E-cigarettes have become increasingly popular in recent years, particularly among young adults, and there is growing concern about their safety and long-term health effects.