Sara Karam

• Full time DNH student:

- Enhanced patient comfort by providing thorough explanations of dental procedures and addressing concerns.

- Improved patient oral health by performing comprehensive dental cleanings, removing plaque and calculus.

- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, contributing to better overall oral health.

- Managed patient records accurately, maintaining confidentiality and organization within the dental office.

- Conducted thorough periodontal charting to track gum health over time and recommend appropriate treatments.

- Administered local anesthesia when needed for specific procedures under the supervision of licensed dentists.

- Exposed, developed, and mounted both intraoral and extraoral dental x-rays.

- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.

- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.

• Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
• Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
• Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
• Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.

• Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
• Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
• Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
• Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.