Experience

Shawn Watson is a former writer for Verywell Health covering oral health and hygiene.

This inspired her to learn the art of orthodontic dental assisting.

She obtained the appropriate certification to then practice as an orthodontic dental assistant.

For the next six years, she worked in two high-paced orthodontic offices in Calgary, Alberta.

Education

Shawn graduated from theDental Assistant Professional Programfrom Columbia College in Calgary, Alberta.

Shawn has attended numerous dental seminars and training courses related to both the clinical and administrative aspects of dentistry.

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