Today we learned the patient, operator, and light positioning PE. We also learned the different uses of the mirror and how to hold the instruments to enable secure and effective use. It was so much fun being able to actually handle instruments and orient myself to the patient!
I am struggling the most with how to hold my instruments...but, the more I practiced today in clinic the more comfortable I became. So, there is hope! :) It was very interesting to learn about the ergonomics of dental hygiene. I did not realize how straining the practice of dental hygiene can be on your body when correct posture is not practiced. Professor Hafen told us a personal experience she had with bad postural habits and the severe effects it had on her both physically and mentally. Her story had a significant effect on me and motivated me to strive for perfect posture every single time I am practicing. I know that if I form good habits now it will pay off years down the road; allowing me to help patients for as long as I possibly can.
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Monday, August 29, 2011
Exposure Control Overload!!
Today in clinic we learned the proper procedures for exposure control set-up and post-appointment as well as equipment maintenance. It was great to learn proper procedures for exposure control. It made me realize how many private offices practice without using correct procedures. Well, at least the majority of the offices I have seen.
We also had the opportunity to practice using the Blue Boa, A/W syringe, and syliva ejector tip. We were assigned partners within our pod to be our patient. It was fun to get to practice on a person instead of the typodont, we really got to see how efficiently the Blue Boa works! Marcy was my partner and she was great. She gave me valuable feedback to help me become more successful at using the Blue Boa and syliva ejector tip. I really appreciated her honesty and the "judgement free zone." :)
We also had the opportunity to practice using the Blue Boa, A/W syringe, and syliva ejector tip. We were assigned partners within our pod to be our patient. It was fun to get to practice on a person instead of the typodont, we really got to see how efficiently the Blue Boa works! Marcy was my partner and she was great. She gave me valuable feedback to help me become more successful at using the Blue Boa and syliva ejector tip. I really appreciated her honesty and the "judgement free zone." :)
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
The BlueBoa... my new best friend!
Today we were introduced to the inventor/creator of the BlueBoa, Ann. She graduated from the Dental Hygiene program here at Weber State in the '90s and has been so successful in making an impact within the field. It was inspiring to have the opportunity to meet her and get personal advice on how to use her product efficiently.
The BlueBoa is awesome - what an amazing idea! After playing around with this product, I am so excited to start scaling and really put it to use...fun days ahead. :)
The BlueBoa is awesome - what an amazing idea! After playing around with this product, I am so excited to start scaling and really put it to use...fun days ahead. :)
Monday, August 22, 2011
First Day of Clinic :)
First day of school... first day of clinic... HOORAY! Today has been so much fun. I was pretty nervous to start the program but now I am just more excited than ever! I met everyone in my "pod" today and I can't wait to get to know them better. I would even go as far as saying we have the BEST "pod" in clinic! ;)
Today we learned how to use Patterson EagleSoft and familiarized ourselves with the clinic. I can't wait to get started. It's going to be crazy but I just need to remember to take it one day at a time!
Today we learned how to use Patterson EagleSoft and familiarized ourselves with the clinic. I can't wait to get started. It's going to be crazy but I just need to remember to take it one day at a time!
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
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