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Dental Hygiene Teaching Experience
As a Public Health Practicum Intern with the South of Seoul Public Health Program, I had the opportunity to educate multi-lingual grade school students at an international school, DA-NA SI, on the importance of proper dental hygiene practices. Dental health education plays a vital role in promoting lifelong oral health. SOS Public Health hopes to collaborate with more schools to provide this type of in-person curriculum in the future. Listen to the BlogCast Don’t want to read? Listen to the South of Seoul BlogCast which provides accessible content through the…
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English Speaking Dentists in Songdo
Finding an English speaking dentist in Korea can be a daunting if you don't understand the language. You may experience challenges with cultural dissonance when navigating the Korean healthcare system in regard to dental health. SOS Public Health is working to compile a list of English-accessible dental clinics in and around the Songdo area. This list will continue to grow as SOS Public Health volunteers discover new locations.
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Visiting Elisha International Dental Clinic
Going to the dentist can be an intimidating experience, particularly in a new environment. Equipping yourself with some information about dental care in South Korea can make the process less intimidating. Recently, I visited Elisha International Dental Clinic in Songdo, Incheon, for an oral checkup and deep cleaning procedure covered by the National Health Insurance Service (NHIS). This dental clinic was recommended by the University of Utah Asia Campus. This blog post details my experience visiting Elisha International Dental Clinic as a female international student from the United States who…
