Fifth and last clinic day. And what a day it was! Our biggest of the week; 66 patients. A new village and a very supportive village leader. We were welcomed with tea and all the village kids were lined up for exams within the first half hour. Our team of interpreters knew that we wanted extraction cases first, and before we knew it, it was 12:30 and time for lunch.
Since it was the last clinic day I decided to have ALL the students have the experience of pulling a tooth. All were excited and a few were nervous. Interestingly, four of the six were lefties which makes it easier for teaching. After choosing six patients, I loosened the teeth, then had the students finished the extractions. A good time was had by all. Each day we come up with a team name, then have it translated into Thai. Today our name was “Tooth Collectors”!
Friday night was our celebration! The village wanted to show their appreciation for our time and dedication to the projects. They served us a great meal including some of their favorites including cicada salsa. Many dressed in their finest for singing and dancing. We joined them in several dances around the fire. We also entertained them with skits and singing. Again, many laughs and tears.
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