Dental Hygienist Research Paper

The view to the smell to the feeling of the dentist. Not too many people are satisfied about going there because they either had bad experiences or they do not take care of their teeth very well. Striving and passionate to become a Dental Hygienist at Salt Lake Community College. There are many interesting facts that I am interested in such as different types of dental problems build inside the mouth what could happen, preventing the germs before the buildup, prevent the fear that people have when they go to the dentist and more specific details.
Let’s first start off with different types of dental problems that build up inside the mouth and that causes you to go to the dentist. For example Periodontal Disease well known as Gum Disease. What

is gum disease? Glad you asked. It has two serious stages called gingivitis and periodontist. One of the main reasons adults have tooth loss is from gum disease. It can also put your health into risk such as a serious Stroke or a Heart attack.
Second, Tooth Decay known as Cavity begins to happen when a sticky material called Plaque starts to form on the teeth.

If not treated right away after eating snacks and drinks that are high in sugar, it can cause you to have a mixture of acids that build up inside the mouth that attacks tooth enamel and the second layer of the tooth named Dentin, and third layer Pulp. Enamel is the outer layer of the tooth. It is the hardest tissue of the human body. Dentin is harder than bone but softer than Enamel. It has apatite crystals of calcium and phosphate. Pulp is underneath the enamel and dentin. It carries blood vessels, connective tissue, and large nerves. Which can and will in fact cause tooth loss if all layers are attacked and

destroyed.
The third popular dental problem is Oral Cancer or also called Mouth Cancer.

Oral Cancer is the growth of uncontrollable cells that conquers and causes damages to any surrounding tissue. It all begins as a growth of rough spots, lumps or bumps, thickenings and swellings, and weak areas on the lips, tongue, cheeks, floor of the mouth, hard and soft parts of the roof of the mouth, ear pain, the sinuses (nose) which have four different stages, the throat which can be sore or chronic sore throat called Hoarseness, bleeding in the gums, numbness, loss of feeling or pain of the face, mouth, or neck. This can be life threatening and can cause death. People who mostly get Mouth Cancer are smokers and nonsmokers, family history of cancer, heavy drinkers, and being in the sun too much, especially at a young age. Regular smokers that smoke cigarettes, cigars or pipes are six times more likely to get oral cancer than nonsmokers. Nonsmokers such as chewing tobacco are 50 times more likely to get Oral Cancer in the cheeks, gums, and the lining of the lips. 25% of Oral Cancer also occurs to people who drink occasionally and people who do not smoke at all. If you notice these symptoms and don’t know what it is or don’t know what it is at all, you should visit your local dentist. When you go to the dentist he or she will feel for any lumps or irregular tissue like sores or disclosed tissue. They will also look for changes in your neck, head, and face or for any oral cavity. After feeling

around your mouth the dentist will give you an oral cancer screening exam. If any tissue of the mouth looks suspicious your dentist will perform an Oral Brush Biopsy. This operation is to take a small sample of the tissue and then analyze it for strange cells. Your dentist may want to do a Scalpel Biopsy if the tissue looks more suspicious. This procedure requires low dose of Anesthesia and only performed by a specialist or your dentist. Oral Cancer is treated by surgery to remove the cancerous growth of the tissue. After the surgery the patient is put through radiation therapy or chemotherapy such as drug treatments or prescription drugs that are only allowed by your doctor and dentist. This is to destroy any remaining cancer cells. To prevent Mouth Cancer you must avoid alcohol and tobacco, eat a well-balanced diet, do not be in the sun as much and use sun screen as well for your lips.
The second most interesting fact I am interested in is the fear that people have for going to the dentist. Any type of dental problems can lead anyone and everyone to fear. The important thing to do to the patient is to bring down their fear and to build their confidence. To do that you must listen and understand their fears and problem about the dentist. Then fully explain/educate the patient about oral health and general health reasons, also the good outcome that they would have. This should begin to have a positive mindset on the person and give them the confidence for the hygienist to take care of the problem and to have the patient feeling better about themselves emotionally and physically even though it might hurt for the first part.
In conclusion the number one reason to avoid most dental problems and fear is to brush your teeth twice a day, floss daily, rinse mouth with good mouth wash for at least 30 seconds almost every day, eat correctly, and visit the dentist every six months.