Monday, September 29, 2008

Probing attempt #2

Today was MUCH better than later Wed. I felt more comfortable and it didn't feel nearly as uncomfortable. I am still a ways away from perfect but that hike doesn't feel impossible today. I am glad that Katie was willing to help and let me know when I was pushing too hard. I know that I need to lightly my grip on the instrument and that will help with the feel and the attachment area.
I passed off my mirror and fulcrum today and I felt really good about that. I didn't really have to think about my positions-- I did have to about my tooth numbers which I am still working on, but not the positions themselves. I am progressing and I am happy about that, but like I said I still don't feel like I would be ready to have a patient. I am still quite nervous about that every time that I think about it.
Well, another day down and it was a good one!!!

1 comment:

The Pyper's! said...

Sounds like you have already experienced the "THings get better with more practice."

I am glad that you are feeling more comfortable with probing - one day you won't even realize but it will just come natural.