Today we saw our first patient of the Spring Semester. It was a little nerve racking at first (of course) but once I got going with treatment things went really smoothly! I was really excited because I only missed one area of calculus - #5 mesial surface. I was grateful I missed an area though because it was a great learning experience. Prof. Wold also reminded me of the deep grooves present in the anatomy of the premolars. This helped me visualize the premolars as I was scaling and allowed me to make sure that I got deep enough into the col area so that I could make sure there was no calculus present within those grooves.
I also was reminded to keep my middle finger on the lower on the shank of the explorer so that I can have more tactile sensitivity - it totally made the biggest difference. I am excited to be back at school and in clinic. I realized that I need to brush up on some areas, but all in all I am beginning to feel more confident with my abilities and the skills I have gained thus far. I am excited to keep moving forward in this journey to becoming a successful hygienist! :)
Way to go! You are doing great! :D
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