Monday, December 3, 2012

Meet Parks and Schmit Orthodontists Staff Member,Charity Hutchens

Why did you choose this career?  What brought you to it, and what do you like most about it?

I chose this career because I love working with people.  But most of all, I love that I work in a place that makes beautiful smiles every day.

Why Parks and Schmit?  What is different about this office for you?
I worked at an orthodontic office in Cedar Falls, Iowa for many years, and needed to move to the Cedar Rapids area for my spouse’s career.  I knew I wanted to stay in the “ortho-world,“and had a few friends who had been patients at Parks and Schmit.  My friends had nothing but positive things to say about the doctors and staff at Parks and Schmit and I knew that if I worked anywhere in Cedar Rapids, I wanted it to be at Parks and Schmit!

Our office has a very up-beat staff and it’s such a fun environment to work in.  The staff is always smiling and having a good time together and with their patients.  Our office is paperless and always up-to-date with the latest technology which makes my job more enjoyable and less stressful!

What’s your favorite dental hygiene tip for keeping your smile looking great?
The best thing someone can do to keep their smile looking great is to brush two to three times a day.  You should also floss once a day, and if you’ve had orthodontic treatment, wear your retainers!

What do you do in your free time that allows you to share your smile?
I enjoy spending time with my friends and family – they are the best medicine in life.

Always remember that a smile is the best thing anyone can wear!