Culture and Dental Hygiene
Cultural Diversity Event Attendance & Paper – 15% (*Minimum of 75% to pass)
Students will be responsible for attending a Cultural Event and writing a report on their experience. Run your event idea by the instructor for approval. In the absence of cultural events due to COVD-19, students may interview someone about personal experiences. See rubric for details.
Questions that must be asked:
- What are some cultural beliefs are about receiving dental care?
- How much value is given to preventive care vs restorative treatment?
- Is there a stigma associated with receiving aid or free dental care due to financial difficulties?
- Identify a few barriers to care that may have been experienced.
- How does this culture influence the delivery / acceptance of dental hygiene care?
- Would you have to modify treatment in any way?
