Moving along

Today in clinic we formally learned the set-up, tear-down, and also the maintenance PE's. They are all pretty simple so it's just a matter of remember all the little steps when it comes to passing them off. We were also able to put a patient in our chair and rinse. I'm sure it will be a lot different when we get a real patient in the chair. My goal was to pass off the PPE PE. Because there aren't enough instructors to go around, we have to wait to pass them off. I was the next one in line to pass mine off and Prof. Costley said we didn't have time and that she had something else she wanted us to do. I was hoping to get that one out of the way but I guess I'll have to change that to Wednesday!

2nd day

Today was the second day of clinic. My goal going into clinic was to be able to pass of the Eaglesoft PE. I want to try and pass them off as early as I can so I'm not stressed out with so many to do! We were able to use our A/W syringe and suctions. Since I work for a left-handed dentist I learned how to assist on the right side. Today I had to learn how to sit on the left side and use my left hand. I am the only left handed person in my session of clinic so I have to learn everything opposite. So needless to say, I was a little backwards today and it was kind of difficult but I'm sure I will get it down. We also learned the PPE, Set up, and Take down PE's today. They are really pretty simple but I'm sure when it comes to passing them off I will get nervous. Hopefully I won't forget anything. We had extra time at the end so our whole pod decided to do the Eaglesoft PE. I passed! It was pretty simple and I'm glad I have one completed. I am so excited to learn everything I need to know!

1st day!

I survived the 1st day of school! It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. I was so worried that I was forgetting something that I needed to bring. In clinic we found our units that we would be working in, organized our instruments, and went on a scavenger hunt to find where everything was located. We also went over the Eaglesoft PE. I think I will be able to pass this one off without a lot of problems. As of right now I'm not feeling overwhelmed with everything but I'm sure that day will come. I'm really excited for these next 2 years and hope that I survive!!

Orientation!

Well today was orientation day. My brain was packed with a lot of information. How am I going to remember it all?!! I got my instruments which drained my bank account too! I am really excited to start the program but also nervous. I know that the next 2 years will be busy but it will be so worth it! Good luck to everyone and I hope to get to know all of you and become good friends!!