First day in the clinic December 12, 2013
I went to the clinic after school. I knew that they were busy because I saw a lot of patients. My mentor and I didn't get the chance to observe on the patients. Instead of observing, she just gave me six pamphlets. These pamphlets are about gum disease, root canals, dental veneers, and implants. She told me to read these so I could get an idea. So i just sat on the waiting area and read all the pamphlets. Next thursday we will be starting to observe, she told me to bring a coat to wear so I would look like a dentist.

Total Time logged: 2 hours

Setting up a schedule December 5, 2013

After school, my dad dropped me off to “Gentle Dental Care”, my mentor’s dental clinic. I was so nervous because I have not met her. When I got to the clinic, I saw a doctor and she was reading a book. I talked to the receptionist and I asked if Dr. Arline Macaraeg was there. It was funny because I did not know that the doctor who was reading a book was Dr. Arline Macaraeg. We began talking about the Capstone Project. I told her that it is a mandatory project for the senior students to graduate. She asked, “Do you want to become a dentist?” then I answered, “Yes, someday”. She is a nice doctor, and because of that my nervousness reduced. I also told her that I have to complete the project with a minimum of 25 hours. She told me that she is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and I agreed on her schedule.  So yeah, we are all set. I hope that this is going to work. 

Total Time logged: 40 mins.