Edmel Young 

DA

What is your favorite part about dentistry?

Every case is different and a chance to meet different people.

How do you help someone overcome their concerns regarding dentistry?

I help someone with concerns by asking them as many questions as I can and giving the best answers based on my experience with the practice.

What do you look forward to most during a day at HCD?

To interact with patients and co-workers.

What’s the craziest thing on your bucket list?

Sky diving.

Who is your favorite band and/or musician and why?

Breakin Benjamin. Their songs encourages me to push and work harder at the gym.

What would you do with your 15 minutes of fame?

Give a shout out to HCD and all my favorite places in Alaska.

In your opinion, what is the most beautiful place on earth and why?

In my opinion, Alaska’s Seward Highway is the most beautiful place due to its scenic view.

Describe the work that you do:

Patient care and dental assisting.

How did you get into your line of work?

A dental hygienist here recommended giving it a try, so I applied and started working here!

What did you want to be when you grew up?

Something in the medical field and anything involving patient care.

What lessons has your work life taught you:

How to take care of myself mentally and physically.

Do you have any favorite stories from your work life?

Every day is a story.

Why do you stay in dentistry?

The people I work with and the patients are amazing.