Relevant skills gained at NYCCT | Dental Hygiene
- Perform accurate blood pressure screenings to assess patient readiness for treatment
- Conduct thorough comprehensive medical history reviews to ensure safe, individualized care
- Complete detailed oral cancer screenings for early detection of abnormalities
- Demonstrate proficiency in dental and periodontal charting for accurate documentation and diagnosis
- Utilize caries risk assessment to guide preventive and treatment planning decisions
- Expose and interpret radiographs (Bitewings, Full Mouth Series, Panoramic) effectively
- Provide child and adult prophylaxis to maintain optimal oral health
- Deliver periodontal maintenance for patients with a history of periodontal disease Perform scaling and root planing (non-surgical periodontal therapy) to manage periodontal conditions
- Administer local infiltration anesthesia and nitrous oxide analgesia to ensure patient comfort
- Apply sealants for caries prevention
- Take accurate alginate impressions for diagnostic and clinical purposes
- Provide fluoride treatments to strengthen enamel and prevent decay
- Deliver personalized oral hygiene instruction to support long-term patient outcomes
- Actively participated in interprofessional education (IPE) sessions alongside students from physician assistant, nursing, speech therapy, and medical programs, strengthening collaborative skills and contributing to a more coordinated, patient-centered approach to care.