All professionals at Markham Family Dental Assoc Inc maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in the medical field. Read on to learn more about our staff's experience and training.
Dental Hygienists play an important role in our dental office. Markham Family Dental has three hygienists who educate us on our dental needs. They perform several tasks which include:
Perform preventative procedures to remove tartar, stain, and plaque.
Appy sealants and fluoride to protect your teeth.
Take radiographs.
Assess patients’ health and work in conjunction with the dentist for overall patient care.
Document care and treatment plans.
Educate patients about oral hygiene techniques.
Hygienists use several types of equipment, including hand, power and ultrasonic instruments. They also use x-ray machines to scan patients for tooth and jaw problems.
Hygienists also talk with patient one-on-one to discuss good oral hygiene practices, the link between diet and oral health, and how oral health can impact our overall well-being. They may also make recommendations for types of toothbrushes, toothpaste, and floss to use, and demonstrate how to correctly use these products.
Hygienists also work closely with dentists to identify any possible dental issues that may be occurring. They also perform oral cancer screenings and administer local anesthetic injections (numbing). Hygienists are a pivotal part of the dentist office. All three of our hygienists are Registered Dental Hygienists licensed by the Iowa Dental Board.
Katie Farver RDH Marcy Cain RDH Natalie Sullivan RDH
2105 Pine St
Harlan, IA 51537, US
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
7:00 am - 12:00 pm
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
7:00 am - 12:00 pm
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