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REGISTERED DENTAL HYGIENIST
Summary
Experienced Dental Hygienist offering 15 years of experience providing dental examinations, prophylaxis and oral health education for patients. Skilled at documenting patient information, findings and treatment plans in charts and medical records. Enthusiastic and upbeat when communicating with patients and other employees.
Skills
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Experience
Smile BrandsMount Juliet , TNRegistered Dental Hygienist05/2019 to Current
- Studied new and advanced dental hygiene methods and technology by completing continuing education coursework.
- Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
- Examined gums manually and visually to determine periodontal disease and screen for oral cancer.
- Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride and sealants, to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Managed dental records and entered information using, Eaglesoft, to keep important patient information on file.
- Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.
- Cared for patients using advanced tooth cleaning methods and return demonstration.
- Monitored patients for pain and administered topical anesthetic to numb sensitive areas.
- Customized dental prophylactic treatment to meet individual patients' needs.
- Accurately collected and recorded patient medical and dental histories.
- Customized prophylactic treatment to individual patients' needs.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
West Coast DentalLancaster , CARegistered Dental Hygienist06/2012 to 08/2018
- Studied new and advanced dental hygiene methods and technology by completing continuing education coursework.
- Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
- Examined gums manually and visually to determine periodontal disease and screen for oral cancer.
- Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride and sealants, to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Managed dental records and entered information using, Eaglesoft, to keep important patient information on file.
- Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.
- Cared for patients using advanced tooth cleaning methods and return demonstration.
- Monitored patients for pain and administered topical anesthetic to numb sensitive areas.
- Customized dental prophylactic treatment to meet individual patients' needs.
- Accurately collected and recorded patient medical and dental histories.
- Customized prophylactic treatment to individual patients' needs.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
West Coast DentalMonrovia , CARegistered Dental Hygienist06/2007 to 3/2011
- Studied new and advanced dental hygiene methods and technology by completing continuing education coursework.
- Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
- Examined gums manually and visually to determine periodontal disease and screen for oral cancer.
- Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride and sealants, to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Managed dental records and entered information using, Eaglesoft, to keep important patient information on file.
- Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.
- Cared for patients using advanced tooth cleaning methods and return demonstration.
- Monitored patients for pain and administered topical anesthetic to numb sensitive areas.
- Customized dental prophylactic treatment to meet individual patients' needs.
- Accurately collected and recorded patient medical and dental histories.
- Customized prophylactic treatment to individual patients' needs.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Improved profit margins by streamlining operations and workflow.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Education and Training
Associate of Applied Science:Dental Hygiene05/2006Chattanooga State Community College, City, State
Certifications
- Registered Dental Hygienist in Tennessee, License # 6302
- Administration of Local Anesthesia Certification- Tennessee
- Nitrous Oxide Certification
- CPR- American Heart Association
- Health Coaching Certification
Hobbies
Mountain Biking
Weight Training
Hiking
Reading
Traveling
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School Attended
- Chattanooga State Community College
Job Titles Held:
- Registered Dental Hygienist
Degrees
- Associate of Applied Science : Dental Hygiene 05/2006
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