Day In The Life of A Dental Assistant Struggle

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[@JCH17]

I think a lot of adults (millennials specifically) are at a point in life where they realize work isn’t your LIFE and it should NEVER be! We want to experience so much more in life like traveling and having time for our loved ones while still being able to get paid what we deserve to get paid! I’m in the same boat right now where I don’t really have any idea what I wanna do and I actually applied to a dental assistant position today and I look up dental assistant on YT and I see your video (I’ve seen your other videos previously about D.A. and the position interested me) I definitely feel for you. I know everything will work out for all of us, we just gotta stay strong and keep going. You got this ❤

[@patienceparadise839]

Thank you so much love this truly means a lot I’m glad you understand where I’m coming from it’s hard for us to have to go through this when we know we deserve better in life and want time to ourselves to love n live life freely and spend it with our loved ones ❤️❤️

[@rachelwelch1]

@@patienceparadise839is it the office atmosphere? Do you like the people you work with? That is a major part of it that can really make or break the way you feel about working.

[@patienceparadise839]

@@rachelwelch1 sorry for late reply but I feel it can be the atmosphere because if you like the environment and the people it makes things a lot more enjoyable. But once you’ve been doing something for along time it’s hard to keep finding joy in it

[@evonmills8358]

I don’t know you, but I’m proud of you just know that God has you in his hands and sometimes he has you in a season to prepare you for the next level. I’m a 36 year old woman who struggle with depression and anxiety and I am just know trying to start my life. Keep being obedient and you will reap a harvest❤

[@patienceparadise839]

Omg you got me over here crying reading your comment I truly felt that and I greatly appreciate it. I really needed to hear that ❤️❤️

[@Official_Sports_Talk_Tv]

As someone who's been a dental assistant for over 5 years I totally relate to your frustrations of working daily. The dental field is extremely hard mentally. Although it may not be physically taxing as other jobs, it is one of the most taxing mentally. Having to work with patients is a great satisfaction but also very strenuous sometimes. Having to be mentally strong during long tough days, while doing procedures that never go the way you expect them too, because anyone that works in the dental field knows that it is very spontaneous and cases never go the way you want them to. I sympathize with you a lot because I am a father of two kids and working long hours away from them is tough, especially when you're working long hours thinking about the time you're missing with them. I hate deterring people away from the dental field but I am very honest with them. If it is not something you truly love and are not passionate for then I would choose a different path. As I start dental school soon I try to prepare myself mentally because I know thats even more time away from my kids I will have to face. I wish you the best and just know that you are not alone in this tough journey. I pray you charge and rest during your off days (which is impossible as a parent lol) and able to get through this tough time. Im here for you! You got this!

[@patienceparadise839]

Thank you so much that truly meant a lot it is wonderful to know someone who knows what you are going through. Thank you for being so positive and uplifting and I wish you the best ❤️

[@Poshhbaby]

Any pointers to get into dental school? Which school did you get accepted to?

[@patienceparadise839]

@@Poshhbaby it’s not hard at all I just went up there and applied and I was accepted I went to Brightwood college in Indiana buy they are closed now

[@dominiquecarrington6309]

Girl I had to pause the video and type. I was about to start crying with you sis! I’ve literally been feeling the same exact way! A different career… but the exact same emotions and everything but I just try to stay in prayer. It’s not easy especially with a child. I’ll be keeping you in prayer too and everyone else that maybe struggling of some sort.

[@patienceparadise839]

Thank you love no worries this just the struggle before the blessing. I know God has something way better for us this is just our learning and growing period 🙏🏽❤️ im keeping you in my prayers as well ❤️

[@lotusjazz_]

Yes!!!!! I know exactly what you mean!!! When you feel it I'm your SOUL that you're destined not to work a 9-5. I know this is old but this video came across to me for a reason ❤️❤️❤️ you got this sis!!!!!

[@patienceparadise839]

Thank you so much love 😘

[@vanessalenn7725]

Try a different specialty in the dental field ! I work in pediatrics and at my office we do a total of like 4 procedures . We only work 4 days a week and our work days end by 3pm the latest !

[@patienceparadise839]

Thank you love that is a great idea because I'm really considering doing ortho.

[@mee8520]

@vanessalenn7725 how do you start working in pediatrics? Can i choose a ADN and then specialize in pediatrics?

[@sabrinawilliams1585]

I WAS a dental assistant for over 5 years I HATED IT I’m sorry wayyyyy to stressful!! When people say that’s what there going to school for I just hush🤫. I quit Jan of 2021 to pursue dental hygiene I Hate working as well lol but if ima do it might as well go where the money at! Your doing just fine boo your going to be alright !!

[@patienceparadise839]

Thank you so much love I’m glad to understand the same thing I’m going through I’m glad you was able to get out of it when you did to pursue hygiene because that’s much for fulfilling financially. I definitely on my way out too 😊

[@godivainc4593]

THIS! The pay for hygienist is so worth it! Dental assistants get paid the same as a target worker and that’s not right. Even with a great doctor and staff it’s a tough job.

[@leebarnett6530]

Always get me time, and you work hard. Happy mothers Day❤

[@patienceparadise839]

Thank you 😊

[@Poshhbaby]

My mom always told me that, work but don't' lose track of what you are put in this life for. It's so true. Hope you stay strong!

[@patienceparadise839]

Thank you so much love ❤️

[@Aprelknight]

Especially when you getting bullied at work on a daily dental assisting is toxic for no damn reason

[@patienceparadise839]

Frfr it’s crazy what we have to go through

[@1blkmermaid]

So d@mn toxic ppl really dont believe me when I tell them this they think i be overacting or overly sensitive since im a water sign!🙄😂

[@patienceparadise839]

Me too scorpio over here lol @@1blkmermaid

[@briannalaferriere5574]

Yess omg and like you said for no damn reason. The first office I worked at the girls thought it was so funny and cute to blame everything on me that went wrong. Like I’m legit pretty sure they’d have little huddles throughout the day and come up with plans I’m not even kidding 🙄

[@patienceparadise839]

@@briannalaferriere5574 yes this is very true all the time, people have nothing better to do then hate on the next person

[@virdzinijareid]

Thank you. I needed to hear this

[@patienceparadise839]

🥰 glad I can help

[@aekay_]

You are not alone sis❤. The struggle is real

[@patienceparadise839]

Thank you love I’ll be so glad to move on from being a dental assistant and just working in general lol 😂

[@TyWorthon]

Wow I’m feel everything your saying as a fellow dental assistant who also has been doing it for a longtime as well and it is draining and the part about the knowing your meant to do more but I pray the lord reveals what that is for you!! If he hasn’t already

[@patienceparadise839]

Thank you so much truly means a lot ❤️ I pray you fine your life’s purpose as well so you can fill the most full filled

[@monserratgomez3159]

I hope you’re doing better! Taking time off from working to get your mind together should be normalized! I do it all the time because I care about myself more than anything. You seem like you know exactly what you want and I can see you getting there. Keep grinding on your goals and eventually everything will come into place ❤️❤️

[@patienceparadise839]

Thank you so much love I needed that 😘

[@jalishaanderson3151]

I've been in the dental field for a year now and I love doing extractions!

[@patienceparadise839]

Yes that’s the best part any surgeries

[@mariselapadilla3868]

Sometimes you need a day off of work to not think about anything & focus on yourself & pamper yourself . I work in the dental field & I can’t work 5 days I will mentally have a breakdown it’s mentally frustrating. So I can relate to you ❤

[@patienceparadise839]

Thank you I feel like that is exactly what I need ❤️

[@mariselapadilla3868]

Whenever you can , can you make videos of your set ups for different procedures, I enjoy watching your videos ❤

[@patienceparadise839]

@@mariselapadilla3868 yes I definitely will 🥰

[@thanailplug9482]

OMG DONT CRY….YOUR GONNA BE OKAY ❤ I will shop so make sure you drop you website ❤

[@patienceparadise839]

Thank you so much love 🥰

[@HER2895]

Damn right sis. I needed 2 hear this

[@nikki6986]

Wow I relate to this hard. But I have only been doing dental assisting 8 months lol. I am just over it.

[@patienceparadise839]

🥰 Yea it will definitely take you there fast

[@melissabrady2746]

I know what you are talking about. As an assistant , one thing i hate is having to go into work and put on a smile in front of your patients when you really are going through a struggle. It just feels so fake.

[@patienceparadise839]

Yes I’ll be glad when we get a change

[@nessam.a.d9718]

Be strong mama ❤

[@patienceparadise839]

Thank you 😊

[@briannalaferriere5574]

I can’t imagine being a dental assistant for years or even just a couple years I was one for 10 months and that was more than enough for me😂🙄 but you got this!!❤️

[@patienceparadise839]

Thank you love but yes I’m moving on too lol it’s too much to deal with

[@t.ann-eatsmore7157]

I be praying for you 🙏🙏🙏

[@patienceparadise839]

Thank you so much love ❤️

[@liljohn0802]

I just want to say that you're very strong and smart for what you're going through. My wife is a scorpio as well so I know 😅. Im 33 yrs old, i got my GED last yr and started college the beginning of this yr. Yea I know im old 😂. I wanted to go through the hygiene program but my advisor were trying to push me to do the assistant program first so that it would increase my chances of getting into hygiene. I know that its a female dominant field but I wanted know if you've ever worked with a male dental assistant and are they treated any differently?

[@patienceparadise839]

Thank you so much I definitely appreciate it, and no it’s never to late to start something. Congratulations and good luck on your journey. YES! I see males all the time in the field I’m working with a male now and there are 4 more in our company if anything they like y’all more lol it’s something about males working with males they understand each other easier

[@kathleenmcgoldrick925]

Girrrl!! Im in the same boat!! Im a dental assistant too and i dont kniw what i eas avtually put on this earth to do

[@patienceparadise839]

It’s such a hard spot to be stuck in and you feel like your trying new things but nothing suits you. Best thing to do is pray and ask for guidance on to the right path to your life’s purpose. I find as I pray things get a little easier everyday and I’m not so closed off. That way I can be open to receive God’s blessing in divine timing. I believe everything happens for a reason sometimes we have to go through a stuck stage but it will get better love.

[@Queencilo]

Have you ever thought about becoming a surgical tech? You don’t deal with patients everyday

[@patienceparadise839]

That is a great idea n yes I have but now I feel like I’m just over the field

[@channelj9060]

why are you touching supplies using your bare hands your basically putting germs on them self with you dirty hands ?? like wear your gloves while stocking things that your opening like wtf

[@patienceparadise839]

My hands are clean I’ve been doing this for 9 years I wouldn’t stock rooms with dirty hands that’s why soap and water exist but thank you

[@HallieWimberly]

@@patienceparadise839 you’re an excellent Dental assistant. Don’t listen to the haters.

[@patienceparadise839]

@@HallieWimberly thank you so much love ❤️