Please read carefully & write a 3-4 paragraph or more using in your own words on what the questions are asking for. I attach on it on file! & also reply to three peer. NO Plagiarism or AI!
Purpose of the Activity
In this activity you will now apply theory to practice. You have read Chapter 3 -Section 5: Epidemiology of the Diseases of the Periodontium and can now define epidemiology. We now ask ourselves, How does this apply to Dental Hygiene? You have watched the Patient Management video which introduced you to how epidemiology and public health are connected. The second video asked: What is Public Health?- Offering connections to our roles as hygienist. Pay special attention to the Prevention and Promotion (around 4:48) and think about what dental hygienist do to participate in these aspects of public health. Post your initial response to the two questions asked above: How does this information apply to dental hygiene? and What is public health? Please reply to three (3) of your peers.
Youtube links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmION0EvzLc&feature=youtu.be
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_eWESXTnic&feature=youtu.be
Learning Goals
Explain the relationship of this discipline to the identification and treatment of gingival and periodontal disease.
Explain how national prevalence data are used to understand the status of periodontal health in the United States.
Assignment Instructions
Write your initial discussion post
Over the last couple weeks we dive into what Epidemiology of Periodontal Disease encompasses. This assignment is asking you to participate in a discussion and apply what you have learned to our profession as dental hygienist. Please answer the two questions above, offering a initial post that is three to four paragraphs in length. (post word count please)
3. Reply to Peers
Please reply to 3 peers minimum- Offering constructive feedback- Do you have any suggestions or advice?
