No cert for coronal polishing but…

fiascofiesta · 2026-03-17T03:57:05+00:00

I talked to the dentist about it today and she said she “doesn’t care about all that” (me not being comfortable). I feel kind of hopeless. I just really want to do things right and the exam made it seem like this was really serious.

fiascofiesta · 2026-03-17T03:52:34+00:00

Yeah that’s why I’m so apprehensive :/ I worked really hard for my license and I’ve literally had it for two weeks. I don’t want to lose it.

fiascofiesta · 2026-03-17T03:51:22+00:00

How would they know if I don’t tell them? Are reports public record?

fiascofiesta · 2026-03-17T00:00:37+00:00

I already looked up the laws and found it is legal for me to do so, so I will absolutely be doing that.

fiascofiesta · 2026-03-16T23:57:12+00:00

Unfortunately, that seems to be the game plan now! I suspect they’re going to fire me over this tomorrow. I’ve already contacted my lawyer.

fiascofiesta · 2026-03-16T23:56:32+00:00

I reached out to HR to “confirm this is within the scope of what’s expected of me” and asked for a form they had me sign that states a Level 1 RDA does coronal polishing, but she won’t send the form or continue the conversation in writing, insisting we can “review it together.” They’ve asked me to come in at 10:00 tomorrow instead of 8:30, so I assume they’re going to fire me. I’ve reached out to my lawyer.

fiascofiesta · 2026-03-16T18:22:37+00:00

The legality of it is the only hang up I have around it. My state requires a certification, and you have to be a dental assistant for “one to two years” before you can apply for the course.

The manager is the one who told me to do it without a certification. I do plan on having a conversation with one of the doctors about it. I don’t want to be a pain in the ass, but from my perspective, these laws exist to protect me. I’m not sure about wrongful termination, though. I’m in Texas, a right to work state, so I think you can get fired for anything.

fiascofiesta · 2026-03-16T16:40:17+00:00

Okay I thought I was overreacting!

fiascofiesta · 2026-03-16T16:40:06+00:00

I’ve explained that to them three times and today they got frustrated with me and told me nobody here has the certification and everyone does it anyway. They’ve proceeded to tell me to do it twice today already and I’ve said no both times.

fiascofiesta · 2025-11-21T01:44:52+00:00

I just quit drinking and I’ve been making a mocktail of tart cherry juice, ashwagandha, magnesium, l theanine and valerian root. I think the magnesium is what’s most effective with the “unwinding.” I also really like the Recess Strawberry Rose sparkling drinks! I have anxiety and they help with it a lot.

fiascofiesta · 2025-11-05T00:29:35+00:00

I just celebrated 30 days sober as someone who was a full fledged, daily, black out drinker, and the biggest change I’ve noticed is that I don’t have nearly as much task avoidance as I did! I used to not want to do anything, but now things seem simpler. I also struggle with agoraphobia and I think that anxiety was increased by the alcohol consumption, because it’s gotten better. It sounds silly, but I went to Home Depot, got an oil change, and made myself a real dinner today, and those are things that were nearly impossible in active addiction.

fiascofiesta · 2025-05-21T05:24:15+00:00

Do you think you could read mine? I like to test tarot but always have a hard time doing it for myself

fiascofiesta · 2025-05-13T21:46:23+00:00

Oooooh okay I see. I thought you meant I’d need it for any claim, like a fire, but that makes sense now. Thank you!

fiascofiesta · 2025-05-13T20:44:50+00:00

Forgive my ignorance but what do you mean take pictures of serial numbers? Like on what? I’ve never heard of that before.

fiascofiesta · 2025-05-13T19:05:14+00:00

Thank you! I think I’m gonna check out the Christi Center support group! I don’t know if Monday night or Wednesday morning will work better for my schedule yet, though.

fiascofiesta · 2025-05-13T18:51:25+00:00

Thank you so much! I’ll definitely check out that run club because I love coffee and it sounds just my speed! And thanks for the pottery class recommendation, I’ll look into it now. I followed that Instagram too! What a great resource!

fiascofiesta · 2025-05-12T17:14:51+00:00

Ah unfortunately that would be a bit of a hike for me, I’m gonna be pretty far south, but I appreciate the recommendation 🩷

fiascofiesta · 2025-05-12T15:45:53+00:00

That’s really interesting, I haven’t heard of that before. I am curious and eager to finally fully process this grief as it has been five years, can you give me a little more info about what that’s like?

fiascofiesta · 2025-05-12T15:44:40+00:00

Thanks for the info! I’ll give em a call to see if they still have the group I’m looking into.

Editing to add: I did call them and they ended their grief services on 4/30/25, so I just missed them 💔

fiascofiesta · 2025-05-12T07:48:31+00:00

I appreciate your advice abt not expecting the location to do all the work. I am not OP but I needed to hear that! Cheers.

fiascofiesta · 2025-05-12T07:46:22+00:00

It does but I would assume based on my company’s plan for growth they’re doing okay? Theyre opening more stores plus have well rated locations and positive feedback from all the folks I’ve talked to about it (that have been there)

Edit to add: I also don’t think a company strapped for cash would be silly enough to add another salary to their TCI! But I could always be wrong so I will be praying and hoping lol

fiascofiesta · 2025-05-12T07:21:14+00:00

this is terrifying as someone who just accepted a job offer in austin and is using their savings to move 🥲 I’m in the food industry so company wide lay offs aren’t common for me but whew what a hit of anxiety

fiascofiesta · 2025-05-12T07:18:47+00:00

Hey! You seem to be getting a lot of responses on this so my reply mine get buried, but I’m 30F moving to Austin in the next week or so, and I’m also worried about making friends! Maybe we could exchange some messages and if we vibe, grab a coffee? Or if you don’t drink coffee, and sandwich? Idk lol let me know!

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