I wish I could speak a foreign language. I would choose Spanish in most cases, but today, however, Russian would have come in handy.
Eleven-year-old Olishia recently moved to Pocatello from Russia with her mother. Neither spoke much English. Normally, I am never at a loss for words. Today was certainly an exception. Olishia had never had her teeth scaled or used a suction. In Russia, she had only had her teeth polished. It was challenging to explain each step but I really enjoyed having her for a patient. She was a delightful girl and she giggled each time she used the suction. Her teeth were beautifully straight and she didn’t have a lot of decay. I hope she understood what I explained to her and enjoyed her visit as much as I did. Luckily, we have really great pamphlets that explain caries, sealants and proper oral hygiene.
Welcome to my life and the great USA.
Lisa
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resident blogger: Lisa Higbee
Lisa Higbee, RDH, BS, has more than 20 years of experience in the dental hygiene profession, with interests that range from education to association advocacy, while always grounded by her commitment to excellence in clinical practice and a trademark sense of humor. She has graciously agreed to be the first, official blogger for Modern Hygienist, sharing her experiences and knowledge with you, our readers. Enjoy!
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