Tuesday, July 30, 2013

CPR

We all had a great time renewing our CPR certificates this week, We had a fire fighter Jason come in and spend an afternoon with us refreshing our memories on how to preform CPR in the correct way. It recently got changed to CAB ( Compression/Airway/Breathing). We went over what we had to do in different situations and for different age patients.
Lily preforming CPR
We also went over how to block an airway on a chocking victim. Got to practice our chest thrust as you never know when you will need to use them. I am glad to tell you that we all passed the test and are up to date on our certification. 

Monday, July 22, 2013

Meet Our Staff!!
















We decided it was time to revamp our blog and keep all of you wonderful readers up to date with the happenings at Pediatric Smiles of Orem. We love to have fun, learn, and share everything we do. So stay tuned to see our weekly blog updates.This week I decided to post about our WONDERFUL, Spectacularly talented dentist Dr. Shepherd, and his fabulous staff so you can get to know us a little.

Dr. Shepherd
Dr. Shepherd:
Dr, Shepherd is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from the state university of New York at Buffalo school of Dental Medicine in 2009.
Dr. Shepherd has four wonderful children, two boys and two girls they keep him on his toes when he not busy at the office. Dr. Shepherd is wonderful with children and can not wait to work with you and your children.





Our Dental Assistants: 


Lily
If you want to have a fun time make sure you talk to Lily she is the life of our office and keeps everything upbeat and happy. She always has something funny to share and all the children she gets to work with LOVE her. Lily is one of the foreigners in our office she is originally from La Paz, Bolivia she is fluent in Spanish, and can help with all of your dental needs.
Stephanie

Stephanie has been a dental assistant for over eight years, she has worked in several offices and has been part of our team since April of 2012 when we opened. Stephanie is very caring and patient with children and does a great job of helping them feel safe. Steph loves to work at Pediatric Smiles of Orem and we love seeing her great smile on a daily basis.
Chelsie
Chelsie, the new girl on the block is one of the sweetest  girls around. If your children have any fears Chelsie can calm their nerves and help them feel comfortable and safe. Chelsie just recently got married to the love of her life and is enjoying married life. She is a fantastic assistant and always teaches the kids how important it is to keep their teeth clean. Chelsie is a wonderful addition to our team.



Our Office Managers:

Katie
Katie has been our financial coordinator since January she will help you with all of your financial needs. She is kind, caring, and understanding and wants to help where she can. Katie has also been trained as a dental assistant so don't be surprised if you see her helping out with your children. She is happy and bubbly and so much fun to work with.
Gemma



Then there is me I have worked at Pediatric Smiles since August of 2012. Before becoming a member of this wonderfully fun team I taught 2nd grade where Dr. Shepherd's oldest daughter was in my class. I am the one who answers the phones, calls you to schedule your hygiene appointments, and gets to enjoy your company when you arrive. I love my job and couldn't imagine working anywhere else.
Well I hope this helps for you to get to know us a little better. We love when you come in, if you haven't been before we would love to meet you. Stop bye take a tour, and come meet us for yourselves. Come have fun at the best pediatric dentist office in Orem, Pediatric Smiles of Orem.