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Welcome to the OHT pathways focus series by Dental Head Start. Listen to a limited series of interviews with OHTs that have taken the less traditional general practice pathway and used their scope to endeavour into a unique, different and fulfilling career.
Hosted by Christina Potestas
In this episode, I chat with Mirna Yousif, an OHT who worked in supportive roles in the dental practice before graduating. She talks about how being exposed to different procedures and dentists gave her the confidence to continue her journey into working alongside Orthodontists and how OHTs can support dentists who are caring for orthodontic patients.
NOTE: The discussions had in these series of interviews is only general advice and should not be considered an official outline of your scope upon graduating your Oral Health Therapy degree. Your university defines your scope of practice and should be your ultimate point of reference should you be unsure of what dentistry you are allowed to perform post graduation.
Key moments from the episode
[0:04:45] – Mirna’s university experience and journey to becoming a hygienist and therapist.
[0:06:23] – Mirna’s additional university study completed in orthodontics.
[0:11:50] – Mirna’s first day working after graduating.
[0:20:59] – The patient journey with shared care between an orthodontist and OHT.
[0:35:30] – Autonomy and problem solving in orthodontic treatment planning.
[0:46:40] – Advice for those interested in orthodontics.
Mirna Yousif
Mirna, originally from Iraq, migrated to Australia in 2007.
A passionate dental professional with experience in orthodontics, general dentistry, and hygiene, Mirna has thrived in various roles like Oral Health Therapist (OHT), practice manager, and clinical coordinator.
Her qualifications include:
- Dental Assisting Cert III
- Dental Assisting Cert IV Oral Health Promotion
- Dental Assisting Cert IV Radiography
- Cert II Business Administration
- Extended Scope of Practice
- Surgical Maxillary Expansion Training
- Graduate Diploma in Clinical Orthodontics
Beyond clinical work, Mirna enjoys lecturing and sharing her experiences to empower new graduates. Outside of dentistry, she has a strong interest in business and enjoys learning new things in that field.
Mirna’s current focus is on self-development, aiming to become even more effective in both dentistry and lecturing over the next two years.
Get in touch with Mirna:
Instagram: @sydney_mobile_dentist
Facebook: www.facebook.com/mirna.yousif.93
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Thank you for sharing this insightful interview with Mirna Yousif! It’s fascinating to learn about the diverse pathways available in the field of orthodontics.
Thank you Linda for your feedback!
Mirna’s experiences and advice provide valuable guidance for those considering a career in this specialty.
Thank you Jane for your advice
I particularly appreciated her emphasis on the importance of patient interaction and the satisfaction that comes from seeing the positive impacts of orthodontic treatment.
Thank you Caleb for your feedback, yes that bit of advice was great!
Her journey is truly inspiring and highlights the rewarding nature of this profession.
Thank you Rickey for the feedback!
Looking forward to more posts like this that shed light on different dental career paths.
Thank you for your feedback Patrick, we are always trying to provide relevant and helpful information to our listeners.
Great job, Dental Head Start team!
Thank you Miguel!
What an insightful interview with Mirna Yousif! It’s inspiring to hear about the diverse pathways within the field of orthodontics and the unique opportunities it presents for Oral Health Therapists.
Thank you Rob for your feedback, yes it is very helpful to know the different pathways for OHTs – we are amazing!
Mirna’s experiences and advice are incredibly valuable for those considering a career in this specialty.
Thank you Kian for your feedback, we indeed were lucky to have Mirna on the podcast!
I particularly appreciated her emphasis on the importance of continuous learning and adapting to new technologies in orthodontics. Thank you, Dental Head Start, for shedding light on these career paths and providing such informative content. Looking forward to more interviews like this!
Thank you Cornell for your feedback, we are glad this episode served you some informative content! We are all about that here at Dental Head Start!