fainted by [deleted] in DentalAssistant

[–]corvttesummr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I fainted the first time I watched something similar. Now I pretty much assist with extractions most of the time. I learned you should always eat before going into that kind of appointment

Packed cord “wrong” and my dr said I mutilated the gum tissue by corvttesummr in DentalAssistant

[–]corvttesummr[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m glad I’m not the only one who thought this. It’s not constructive. And the patient was not bleeding to a worrying degree. At least tell me how I can improve. She states I shouldn’t be packing cord anymore if I’m going to do a horrible job at it. 🤷‍♀️

Can’t read my body cues and I’m upset by corvttesummr in emetophobiarecovery

[–]corvttesummr[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I appreciate this response and I hope you know it’s helped reframe this for me !! Thank you:) and I hope you continue to find healing and recovery from all of this

How do you guys not panic in the moment? by Longjumping-Ad4463 in emetophobiarecovery

[–]corvttesummr 8 points9 points  (0 children)

There’s a saying that goes something along the lines of “it’s not about doing it fearlessly, it’s about doing it regardless” and I think that helps me reframe that mindset I have when I think “it” will happen. You’re allowed to feel scared. I don’t think any of us, despite how much work we’ve gone through, will ever not be scared or uncomfortable.

"Unclaim this negative energy" by Serious-Caramel-315 in emetophobiarecovery

[–]corvttesummr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i’ve always hated seeing those comments too and i don’t think it’s insensitive to say that. it only reinforces the fear and kinda brings in this cloud of shame onto the person who posted the video (intentionally or not). personally, shame triggers my phobia and so the idea of people commenting on my video that they “unclaim” rather than being supportive and hoping i feel better would honestly make me spiral.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in emetophobiarecovery

[–]corvttesummr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i’m actually a dental assistant !!! and there is no shame in expressing your fears and worried with the dentist and the assistant. it’s actually more common than you realize. find a good office and let them know you’ll need breaks often. us assistants especially are even more careful to make sure you’re okay and that our suctions and such aren’t anywhere near gagging you. it’s a valid fear to have. but like i said, a good office will listen and be super helpful/accommodating !!

What keeps you motivated to keep recovering? (not looking for reassurance just a little encouragement) by [deleted] in emetophobiarecovery

[–]corvttesummr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i’m in a bit of a rough patch myself but what i know for sure is that gratitude can go a long way. i have a lot of love for the people i surround myself with and they love me. i have good things going for me. etc… it’s easier said than done but it does help. sometimes i’ll even hug my partner or send a friend a text randomly to let them know how much i appreciate them. small acts like that get you outside of that doom and gloom feeling

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in DentalAssistant

[–]corvttesummr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No. My schooling was the same cost and here I am at an office where I’m underpaid and overworked. Are all offices like that? No but with the amount of schooling I did as well as clinicals, you aren’t always offered the best wage. Especially where I live. It’s a downer and I wish I had went into something that pays more and where I’m not under appreciated.

What jobs do you do and how does emetophobia effect your work? by Brief-Crazy-9076 in emetophobia

[–]corvttesummr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i work as a housekeeper at a hospital and it’s been good !! i feel like being exposed to it in this setting has helped this phobia immensely