Download or read book Career Paths in Oral Health written by Rodrigo J. Mariño and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-08-31 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In providing a comprehensive overview of the career paths currently open to oral health professionals, this book will serve as an essential reference guide for anyone considering a career in oral health. It covers, for example, clinical career paths in general dentistry (in private practices, community centers, and hospitals) and each of the various specialties, academically related career paths in both teaching and research, and non-traditional paths (community, government, administration, policy making, government research, and oral health organizations). The authors are from various countries and both academic and non-academic backgrounds. They have been selected for their distinction in particular career paths and include in their contributions insights gained from personal experience. This book will be ideal for readers seeking an introductory portrait of the different career paths in oral health, such as students. It will also be a useful source for those wishing to re-examine the field, e.g., oral health graduates considering their career choices, or to acquaint themselves with contemporary issues and debates.
Download or read book Careers in Dentistry written by Ann Byers and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2017-12-15 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For three years, U.S. News and World Report has rated dentist the best job in America. People are sometimes intimidated by the cost and training the profession requires. This volume puts those fears to rest. It presents four career paths in dentistry, each with multiple and varied opportunities, some requiring education of only one year or less after high school. The book explains what it takes to get those jobs and guides readers to resources for easing financial concerns. It includes detailed information on where to get the necessary training and how to prepare for a great career in dentistry.
Download or read book Opportunities in Dental Care Careers written by Bonnie Kendall and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2000-09-22 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Opportunities in Dental Care Careers offers job seekers essential information about a variety of careers within the dental care field and includes training and education requirements, salary statistics, and professional and Internet resources.
Download or read book Dental Assistants and Hygienists written by Kezia Endsley and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2019-01-31 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you are interested in a career in the dental assistants and hygienists (the allied health field, as it is often called), you’ve come to the right book. So what exactly do these people do on the job, day in and day out? What kind of skills and educational background do you need to succeed in these fields? How much can you expect to make, and what are the pros and cons of these various fields? Do these career paths have a bright future? Is this even the right career path for you? How do you avoid burnout and deal with stress? This book can help you answer these questions and more. Dental Assistants and Hygienists includes interviews with professionals in the field, covers three main areas of this field that have proven to be stable, lucrative, and growing professions. Dental assistants Dental hygienists Dental technicians
Download or read book A Career as a Dental Hygienist written by Ann Byers and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2012-12-15 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: High school students learn that a career as a dental hygienist can be very rewarding. Readers discover that dental hygiene is a very flexible career choicehygienists can arrange their work to fit their scheduling needs. Dental hygienists go to school to become certified, and develop specific skills for being successful in their chosen field. This practical volume gives students in-depth information, including relevant high school coursework they need to prepare for this career. Readers also learn what post-secondary school training is required, allowing them to make educated choices in moving forward on this career path.
Download or read book Dental Careers written by Chase Going Woodhouse and published by . This book was released on 1939 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Community Oral Health Practice for the Dental Hygienist E Book written by Kathy Voigt Geurink and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2011-03-01 with total page 411 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: UNIQUE! Healthy People 2020 Objectives give you a competitive edge with the most up-to-date science-based guidelines for promoting health and preventing disease. New chapter on Planning a Student Community Oral Health Project helps you confidently move from the classroom into the community and apply what you've learned to improve oral health care. Content updates keep you current on timely issues such as access to care, expanded career opportunities, caries risk assessment, fluoride and sealants, social responsibility and justice, and cultural competence.
Download or read book Community Oral Health Practice for the Dental Hygienist E Book written by Christine French Beatty and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2021-01-26 with total page 351 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NEW! Comprehensive, cutting-edge content is updated on topics including national initiatives, Healthy People 2030, data on the status of oral health and factors that affect access to oral healthcare, cultural competence, oral health programs in the community, applied research, and the different career paths for dental hygienists. EXPANDED! Coverage of dental hygiene competencies and interprofessional collaborative practice is enhanced to reflect changes in the oral health profession. UPDATED! Community Case sections in each chapter include sample cases along with test questions. F EXPANDED! Additional photographs and illustrations depict key concepts.
Download or read book Research Training and Career Opportunities in the Oral Health Sciences written by National Institute of Dental Research (U.S.) and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Opportunities in Dental Care written by Bonnie L. Kendall and published by . This book was released on 1983 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beginning with a history of dentistry, this title tells how one becomes a dentist, including information on education, personal qualities needed, licensing, the future, women and minorities, interest questionaire, lists of dental schools, and sources of further information.
Download or read book Concepts in Dental Public Health written by Jill Mason and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 2020-03-17 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written specifically for dental hygienists, this comprehensive textbook covers concepts, issues, techniques, and methods related to dental public health. It focuses on the assessment of factors that affect oral health of populations and the development of policy in response to a population's needs. It also provides information regarding the active promotion of oral health maintenance. This text is unique in that it applies the Dental Hygiene Process of Care - a globally accepted, foundational concept in clinical care for dental hygienists - to the subject of dental public health, lending it greater relevance and familiarity to dental hygiene students. In addition, the text is based on the American Association of Dental Educators' Competencies for Dental Hygienists. A chapter on National Board Preparation, including Board-style review questions, prepares students for the national exam. Review questions and learning activities are also incorporated into each chapter.
Download or read book Oral Health in America written by and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Dental Education at the Crossroads written by Institute of Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 1995-01-12 with total page 365 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Six dental schools have closed in the last decade and others are in jeopardy. Facing this uncertainty about the status of dental education and the continued tension between educators and practitioners, leaders in the profession have recognized the need for purpose and direction. This comprehensive volumeâ€"the first to cover the education, research, and patient care missions of dental schoolsâ€"offers specific recommendations on oral health assessment, access to dental care, dental school curricula, financing for education, research priorities, examinations and licensing, workforce planning, and other key areas. Well organized and accessible, the book: Recaps the evolution of dental practice and education. Reviews key indicators of oral health status, outlines oral health goals, and discusses implications for education. Addresses major curriculum concerns. Examines health services that dental schools provide to patients and communities. Looks at faculty and student involvement in research. Explores the relationship of dental education to the university, the dental profession, and society at large. Accreditation, the dental workforce, and other critical policy issues are highlighted as well. Of greatest interest to deans, faculty, administrators, and students at dental schools, as well as to academic health centers and universities, this book also will be informative for health policymakers, dental professionals, and dental researchers.
Download or read book Opportunities in Dental Care Careers written by Bonnie L. Kendall and published by Turtleback Books. This book was released on 2006-03-15 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the variety of careers available within the field of dentistry, discusses educational requirements, salary opportunities, and specialties in dentistry.
Download or read book Advancing the Nation s Health Needs written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2005-08-13 with total page 187 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This report is the twelfth assessment of the National Institutes of Health National Research Service Awards program. The research training needs of the country in basic biomedical, clinical, and behavioral and social sciences are considered. Also included are the training needs of oral health, nursing, and health services research. The report has been broadly constructed to take into account the rapidly evolving national and international health care needs. The past and present are analyzed, and predictions with regard to future needs are presented.
Download or read book Community Oral Health Practice for the Dental Hygienist written by Christine French Beatty and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2021-04 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Build the skills you need to provide effective community oral health care! Community Oral Health Practice for the Dental Hygienist, 5th Edition describes the role of the public health professional in improving the oral health care of people throughout the community. It discusses key topics such as access to care, the assessment needed for program planning, social responsibility and government policy, cultural diversity, and career options in public health. Written by respected dental educator Christine French Beatty, this book helps you prepare for the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE) and to develop the core competencies needed in the practice setting. Comprehensive, cutting-edge coverage provides everything you need to know to succeed in community dental hygiene practice. Practice-oriented content includes learning objectives in each chapter, opening statements with lists of key facts, mini-scenarios, and Dental Hygiene Competencies. Applying Your Knowledge sections in each chapter provide opportunities to apply what you have learned to local public health problems. Chapters on assessment and measurement help in planning and evaluating community oral health programs. Test-Taking Strategies and Community Cases chapter offers tips and practice questions to help you prepare for the NBDHE, and tests your understanding of content in relation to real-world community situations. Chapters on population health and oral health programs describe issues affecting access to care as well as common oral diseases and conditions affecting the community, helping you prioritize, plan, implement, and evaluate practical solutions. Learning resources on an Evolve companion website reinforce your understanding with quizzes and case studies. NEW! Comprehensive, cutting-edge content is updated on topics including national initiatives, Healthy People 2030, data on the status of oral health and factors that affect access to oral healthcare, cultural competence, oral health programs in the community, applied research, and the different career paths for dental hygienists. EXPANDED! Coverage of dental hygiene competencies and interprofessional collaborative practice is enhanced to reflect changes in the oral health profession. UPDATED! Community Case sections in each chapter include sample cases along with test questions. F EXPANDED! Additional photographs and illustrations depict key concepts.
Download or read book Jump Starting a Career in Dentistry written by Carol Hand and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2018-12-15 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many people want a meaningful health care career, without the time and expense of eight years of training. This straightforward volume explores the field of allied dentistry, which can launch a rewarding career in two years or less. For dental assistant, dental hygienist, and dental laboratory technician, readers examine typical duties, personal characteristics needed for success, tools and technology used, and average salary. Required education, the job application process, and strategies for on-the-job success are clearly presented. Sidebars cover topics such as new trends in braces, using ultrasonics in dental hygiene, and actions that help students succeed, including job shadowing and mentoring.
