Birthday Breakfast? Nope. Birthday at the Dentist…read more
Nothing says "Happy Birthday!" quite like spending the first part of your special day in a dental chair. But honestly, I wouldn't have it any other way--especially at Schuchart Dentistry.
Today was my regular bi-annual checkup and cleaning, plus I had fillings scheduled for two cavities they found. What I didn't expect was a morning full of firsts, birthday coincidences, and some very nice people.
First up was Ryan, the newest dental hygienist--and today was literally his first day at this office. He has more than 15 years of experience as a hygienist, so he clearly knows his way around teeth; he just needed a little time to get acquainted with the machines and his new surroundings. Despite a few minor pauses, he was professional, thorough, and had wonderfully light hands. The cleaning was easy and comfortable, which is pretty much all I ask for when someone is poking around inside my mouth.
Of course, I have to give a shout out to Carol, the dental assistant who usually takes care of me. She handled my 350-degree X-rays today before handling me to Ryan. Carol has such a sweet and caring personality that she has become part of my "dentist anxiety management team." I always feel calmer when she's around.
Then Cassey took over and prepped me for my fillings with Dr. Chris Schuchart . She was professional, thorough, and--here's another birthday plot twist--her 19-year-old son shares my birthday! And apparently, one of Dr. Chris's children does too.
At this point, I was starting to wonder if I accidentally booked my birthday party at the dentist's office.
Dr. Chris was quick, efficient, and also thorough with my fillings, and thankfully, he also has those coveted light hands. Afterwards, Cassey handed me my new Invisalign trays and the fluoride varnish kit--which I decided to bravely apply myself at home. Some things are better left to the professionals; apparently, fluoride varnish is where I draw the line.
And I can't forget Sage at the front office, who is always a huge help. From appointment reminders to making check-in practically effortless, she consistently makes the administrative side of visiting the dentist painless--which, frankly, should be standard everywhere.
I really do love coming here. The dentists and staff at Schuchart Dentistry are warm, welcoming, and genuinely caring will still being professional. It's the kind nun of place where everyone seems to remember that there's an actual person attached to the set of teeth they're working on.
My only request for my next appointment:
Can I please have Carol again? Her calm, sweet personality makes going to the dentist feel considerably less intimidating.
So yes, I started my birthday in a dental chair. No cake, (oh I brought them donuts) no champagne, just x-rays, fillings, Invisalign, and fluoride.
Would I do it again? Absolutely. That's how much I like this place.
