As clinic started today, I was a little bit nervous about being able to complete my pt. treatment on time. I separated my left shoulder during my last soccer game so my left hand movement has been pretty limited. Monday it felt OK during clinic, but I sure felt the effects later that night. So, it has been sore. But, I knew that I just needed to push through today and then I could rest all weekend. :) On Monday I did HHx, HHx/Rx, OD, OHI, and scaled the LR quad. Today, in order to complete my pt. treatment, I needed to scale the UR, UL, and LL quads, sel pol, df, and apply fluoride. I was proud of myself because I was able to finish pt. treatment and still had time to pass of my sealant PE.
I was surprised with how much more comfortable I felt with instrumentation (especially scaling) after Monday clinic. I felt confident in the treatment I was providing and felt like I was able to get into a great rhythm... how relieving! :) I had Prof. Hafen do my final scale check. It was kind of nerve racking watching her check all 3 quads for areas I had missed. But it was well worth the wait - she assured me I had done a great job and that I had no missed areas. YAY! I know that I am going to appointments where I do miss areas of calculus. But it was very reassuring knowing that I was off to a good start, performing efficient treatment, and understanding the concepts for correct instrumentation.
I am so grateful for the opportunity I have to be in this program. It has truly been a blessing - what a great start to an even greater future! :)
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