I was inspired to pursue a career in dental hygiene because I have always been drawn to helping others improve their health and confidence. I love the idea of being able to make a direct and positive impact on people's lives. I quickly realized that oral health plays such a significant role in overall well-being. Dental hygiene stood out to me because it combines education, prevention, and patient care—all things that I am passionate about.

What I love most about dental hygiene is the ability to build relationships with patients while helping them achieve better oral health. I enjoy educating patients and seeing the difference it makes when they begin to take control of their health.

I am most proud of my ability to connect with patients and help them feel more comfortable, especially when they're anxious. I also focus on making patient education personalized and simple, so it actually fits their everyday lives. Most importantly, I am so proud of how much I have grown throughout this program. I have become more confident, and I could not have done that without my instructors along the way.