Shadin is not only a dental student, she’s also an artist—and she brings her artwork into the care of her patients. Whe…
By Harvard University · AI
Shadin is not only a dental student, she’s also an artist—and she brings her artwork into the care of her patients. When explaining procedures and care to patients, Shadin often turns to her hand-drawn sketches. She walks patients through what’s happening—mapping out tooth structure, showing areas of concern, or illustrating how a procedure will unfold. Patients can see what she sees, ask more informed questions, and feel more at ease before their treatment. “Creativity has taught me the value…