Only a month left!

It's hard to believe that there is only a month left of class. In 4 weeks, we will be done with class and looking to start our careers as dental assistants! Yesterday we took our midterm! Everyone did a great job! Over the past couple weeks we've learned how to assist with an amalgam or composite filling. I feel more confident knowing that our instructors know their stuff and help us feel comfortable the first time we attempt our labs. We will be learning how to assist with crowns/bridges and taking impressions this week! I'm excited!

Once again, many thanks goes to Connie and Caidee for helping us each step of the way! And congrats to everyone in class for doing a fabulous job on the midterm!!

-Emilee
Grand Jct.

So Excited to start my Dental Assisting Career!

I can't believe all of the stuff we have learned so far at the CSDA! We have great instructors Monica and Katie who make learning so much fun. We have four more weeks of class left and I really am so excited to start working in a dental practice, where I can apply all of the knowledge that I've gained. It's been such a wonderful experience and I recommend anyone seeking to start a career in dental assisting to attend the Colorado School of Dental Assisting.

Jenn DeMaria
Denver, CO

We are now learning four handed dentistry. What fun it is, because it is all about team work. They call it the 'dance.' We will need lots of practice and I am sure we will get it in the coming weeks. We received sad news that Katie will not be attending graduation, but she will be in our hearts and prayers. The last days will not be the same without her. Get well soon Pink Shirt. We love you and look forward to our next dance!!!!!

-Mindy McCombs-

Time Keeps Flying By!

Another week has come and gone. The past two weeks have been all about x-rays, sealants, fluoride treatments, and polishing. We took FMX (full mouth x-rays) and developed them, and also we did BWX (bite wing x-rays). I enjoyed taking the x-rays and then seeing the final product once they were developed. Sunday we learned how to polish teeth, do fluoride treatments, and place sealants. Getting used to holding the instruments correctly was a bit awkward at first, but by the end I felt comfortable knowing what I was doing. As always Connie and Caidee were helpful with everything!


This week we will be learning how to do composites and amalgams!

-Emilee

(I have some pictures that I will try and get put up soon!)

Bleach Trays WOOO!

Today in class we made bleach trays. I'll have to say they are pretty fun to make I almost wanted to make them for the whole class. I am very happy that we have great instructors that care about how there students do. Every time I have needed help they are always willing to spend time with me to make sure I understand. I'll keep you updated on more cool stuff we will be doing....Stay toned....Till Next Time

Chastity ;)

Awesome job everyone, on the Mid-Term yesterday. We were all a little scared going into it, but soon realized that we know so much more than we think we do. The best part was studying in the Thursday night class, because we played Dental Jeopardy. What a great way to prepare for a test. Who won?? WE DID! That's because we all work so well together. Now on to the next chapters and the last 6 weeks....

Another busy week. We finished pouring and trimming our models and taking and mounting X-Rays. We have the greatest class! Everyone is always helping each other out. We are learning about Medical Emergencies and preparing for Mid terms. Our next class will be an exciting time of showing what we have learned so far.

-Mindy McCombs-

CSDA Grand Junction

Hello!
I'm Emilee from the Grand Junction location!

It's hard to believe that class started a month ago! The time has really flown by. We have a small class, only 7 of us. Our teachers, Connie and Caidee, are fabulous! We always have a great time, good laughs, and I am always looking forward to the next class.

In the past month, we have learned so much! From the history of dentistry the first day to charting yesterday, it keeps getting more interesting. This week we are learning about x-rays and how to take them.

Dental Assisting is more than I had first thought it to be, but I'm enjoying every minute of it.

-Emilee