The White Coat Ceremony marks a good transition in my duration at dental school between didactic courses and beginning to see patients in the clinic. It was a moment of celebration with my colleagues, friends and family. On that very day, as Class of 2019 and as future dentists we recited the Dentist’s pledge promising to rightfully apply our knowledge and treat our patients providing the best possible care and in their best intentions. The joy to begin this journey was very clear among our families as well as among my classmates. Dean Ismail reiterated this by addressing us as the happiest class at any white coat ceremony he has witnessed before. Also, our families were cheering and taking pictures to always remember these moments and remind us of our duties that we committed ourselves to. …show more content…
It is my mother’s dream to see me become a doctor and I can assure that seeing me in that white coat she felt elated. She always wanted to be a doctor herself but losing the spot to another classmate of hers by 1 point crushed her dreams. However, back when I was in middle school, when I told her about me pursuing dentistry in the future she realized that now she could live her dream through me. At every moment in my life she has always pushed me to do better and the very reason I taste even a bit of success today is because of her. One may ask, why not have her coat me at the ceremony then? Why did I pick my dad to be my coater? When I was 5, my dad moved to the United States to give us a better future and stabilize our family financially. 13 years of my life and all throughout school, he could not be there by my side. I wanted to give him the joy of being a proud parent and see his daughter move up the ladder of
I enjoyed reviewing the seven professional roles of dental hygienist, and rediscovered the how we can fulfill the administrator’s role. I expanded my vocabulary with the word of “paradigm” since it was unfamiliar with the meaning of this word. In addition, as I was reading about the conceptual models, I was comparing them to what I am doing at the dental office. I realized how much more I could be doing to maximize my potentials. Furthermore, learning about professional dental hygiene organizations was beneficial because I wasn’t clear about what each one is stand
...inical therapy that I have learned throughout the program. As a dental hygiene student I’m already implementing ethical, legal and regulatory concepts for the provision of dental hygiene process of care, and I will utilize this foundation to throughout my career as a professional oral health care provider. In addition, as dental hygienist I will pursue life-long learning to provide client care based decisions using the most current evidence-based research. Thus I pledge to continue to learn and expand my skills and knowledge throughout my career. Graduating from CADH has provided me with great academic knowledge and clinical skills necessary to apply the concepts of health promotion and disease prevention. The experience that I have acquired at CADH will allow me to provide client specific, empathetic, empathetic and suitable treatment to all of my future clients.
In White Teeth, Zadie Smith warns against the dangers of purism and letting cultural background completely shape one’s identity while simultaneously paying tribute to the rich heritage and beliefs of her characters. It is a cautionary tale for immigrants but is never dismissive of their past. Smith is merely advising against tunnel vision and stressing the need to adapt to one’s environment. She shows the beauty that can stem from adaptation while warning that an inability to do so will lead to one’s downfall. London plays an especially important role as the battleground where the past and the present clash; a melting pot with a large immigrant population and inevitable moral struggle.
My name is Betsy Eapen. I enjoyed educating and guiding patients about the importance of oral health when I was working as a Dental Assistant, and that has encouraged me to pursue Dental Hygiene as my major area of study. I always love to work in a health profession field. I enjoyed working with the people and also like the harmony in dental office. I also helped office jobs like scheduling the appointment, receiving patients in the office and keeping patient records. I believe that I am genuine and compassionate to others and those are some of my unique characteristics . I hope to learn how to talk, act and interact with different kinds of people and communities in society through this class, and hope to use these experiences to pursue
4.09. The Executive Committee will provide to St. John’s University a program of events to be sponsored by the Pre-Dental Club: Operation Smile in forthcoming semesters.
“Smile, sunshine is good for your teeth,” my great grandfather said as I dragged myself into the wood paneled waiting room filled with outdated issues of Golf Digest and People Magazine. As I was steered down the hallway, my gums bled from brushing with the belief that I could rid potential cavities the day of my appointment. As I hopped into the familiar aqua blue dental chair, a sense of comfort was brought about me knowing I was at the hands of my grandfather. Throughout my childhood, I was a frequent guest to the same dental chair. I cried in the chair when I lost my front tooth, due to an opponent’s elbow playing basketball. I cursed the chair when I was told I needed braces. I think about the chair and my great grandfather, Dr. James
I can remember being a little boy sitting at the piano in church, listening to the preacher talk of how Jesus washed the disciples’ feet, which symbolizes the idea that we are here to serve. That message profoundly resonated with me throughout life. It was not until I began accompanying my grandmother to her multiple dental visits that I was able to see how I could put this calling of service into action. I saw firsthand the significant positive impact my grandmother’s dentist was able to make in her life, which encouraged me to want to learn about the field of dentistry. I then started researching dental health and learning of the importance of oral healthcare and how it affects the entire body. I then began to learn of how patient access to proper dental care was limited because of several factors such as, financial barriers, transportation, and dental fear, especially in the underserved minority communities. Given the shortage of black dentists, I realized I could make a positive difference by being an inspiration to those in the community, as well as serve in a professional career that would provide needed healthcare to the community. This is when I began to develop such a strong passion for
Milder had terminal cancer. I was immediately distraught, wondering how Dr. Milder could operate his practice despite knowing his diagnosis. I gradually realized that it was Dr. Milder's commitment to the practice of dentistry that empowered him to serve others in the face of overwhelming personal adversity. Inspired by Dr. Milder’s optimism and persistence, I started participating in the San Diego County Dental Society initiatives he introduced me to, where I discovered how dentists came together to treat homeless veterans, raise funds for educational programs, and deliver oral hygiene supplies to underserved neighborhoods. I now aspire to follow in these proactive dentists’ footsteps and extend my reach beyond private practice by caring for individuals without adequate resources, promoting public knowledge of oral health, and mentoring future dentists. Although Dr. Milder will not watch my career develop, furthering his chain of compassion as a leader in the dental community will honor his legacy and produce a lifetime of fulfillment and
Through the activities I have participated in, I have seen the power that communication and strong bonds can have on others. As a hospice volunteer, I realized that one of the most important things a patient approaching end of life wants, is a companion who is willing to both listen and converse with them. In this role, I established close ties with my patients and supported them through a difficult time. I truly believe that the skills I learned as a hospice volunteer also applies to dentistry. While exploring dentistry, I have seen the impact dentists can have on their patients, just through the way they communicate with them. I witnessed an instance when a woman was so deeply afraid of a procedure; however, her dentist, Dr. Chen, demonstrated empathy. Using her words, she earned the patient’s trust and addressed her concerns. By being understanding, Dr. Chen effectively communicated with and calmed the patient. I aspire to become a dentist, like the ones I have shadowed, who value and demonstrate care and patience while treating their
Coming from an underprivileged immigrant family and as a first generation college student, I see a lot of responsibilities on my shoulders. In addition to appreciating and helping my parents for all their hardship in supporting me through all the ups and downs in my life, my ultimate goal is to give my service to my community and the people in need. And what is the better way to serve and support the ones in need than by improving their oral hygiene and their overall health. No matter how big the challenge is going to be, I am willing to give it my all, because nothing in this world can replace the satisfaction of seeing your patients acknowledge your work in improving their oral hygiene and ultimately their confidence.
When I became a dental assistant, I was able to have the opportunity to truly develop relationships with my patients. One of the most rewarding feelings is being part of a child 's first dental experience because it gives me the ability to influence their attitude towards the dentist. Ever since I can remember, I loved going to the dentist. For that reason, I want my patients to share the same joy as I did. I saw that joy during one of the most memorable times of my collegiate career when I traveled abroad with Global Brigades to
The way his staff listen and responded opened my eyes to the “team” aspect of dentistry. It seemed like he was able to assign everyone a specific role, to use his or her talents to make his dental practice run as efficiently as possible. After that day I realized what makes dentistry such a desirable field to me. Being able to be a leader of a team who all committed to providing oral health care procedures that will improve peoples’ daily lives and overall self-image will be more rewarding than any touch down I have ever
On the day of the white coat ceremony, I was welcomed to the profession of pharmacy. The day not only marked the beginning of my career as a pharmacist but also the vow to become a lifelong server. As we entered the hall with our white coats on our arms, we were welcomed with a loud applause. In the eyes of the family members, friends, and faculty, I could see happiness and expectations. They were happy to see that we were about to embark on a journey to becoming one of the most trusted healthcare professionals in the USA.
My father was always there for me, whether I wanted him to be or not. Most of the time, as an adolescent trying to claim my independence, I saw this as a problem. Looking back I now realize it was a problem every child needs, having a loving father. As hard as I tried to fight it, my dad instilled in me the good values and work ethic to be an honest and responsible member of society. He taught me how to be a good husband. He taught me how to be a good father. He taught me how to be a man. It has been 18 years since my father’s death, and I am still learning from the memories I have of him.
Growing up I heard many stories from my peers of their experiences at the dentist’s office. It is upsetting to say that most of my visits were vividly terrifying. As a child, the grinding, scratching, and high-pitched twangs of the instruments digging around in my mouth would leave my ears ringing and teeth vibrating every single time. The smell of fluoride and disinfectants permanently infected the air, sending chills through my body the minute I walked in. I quickly learned that latex posses an extremely unappetizing aftertaste. Needless to say, I was not always enthusiastic about going to the dentist’s office and getting braces did not make anything better for me.