Claudia Turcotte, CDA, RDH, MSDH, MSOSH, is a Professor of Dental Hygiene at Tunxis Community College with a Master’s Degree in Dental Hygiene and a Master’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health Management. Claudia teaches several dental hygiene didactic and clinical courses including radiology, ethics, practice management and dental hygiene clinic. She has specialized knowledge and skills in human factors and safety with research experience and publications in ergonomics.