My Surprise MVP

As you know, the Packers will not be playing in the Super Bowl, but I won’t give up on them—I will still be wearing my jersey for the big game.

I had a patient in my chair this past week that hasn’t quite embraced the habit of flossing. Do I hang up my scrubs and walk away? Do I retire? Is there any hope for ‘Bob’ to become one of my A-list patients? In come the special teams: Bob’s granddaughter, 'Hannah,' came to the appointment with him and she eagerly assisted me by holding Mr. Thirsty. She peeked in Grandpa’s mouth as I was wiping debris on the cotton 2x2. She wrinkled up her nose and innocently asked him why he lets the sugar bugs grow on his teeth. You could have bought him for a dime! I would guess Bob felt like Brett Farve after he threw an interception in overtime in the playoff game. He told Hannah he would try to do better.

I pride myself on being unique and somewhat unconventional with my oral hygiene instructions. That day, I didn’t have to say a word—Hannah was my MVP for the week. Not every patient is motivated by traditional hygiene instructions, soe willing to step out of the text book and make a difference.

Welcome to my life,
Lisa