Passionate Dental Hygienist with 2 years of experience in preventive dental care including latest training and real-world experience. Expert at coordinating and carrying out oral care treatments by providing dental prophylaxis and scaling and root planing. Skilled in developing oral health programs and patient education programs. Well versed in all aspects of dental office operations. Patient focused and successful working with all team members to achieve patient care goals.
Skills
Dental Charting
Digital Radiographs
NOMAD X-Ray Technology
3-D Imaging Technology
Sealant Application
Application of Desensitizing Resin
Local Anesthetic Administration
Nitrous Oxide Administration
Periodontal Evaluation
Patient Safety Proficiency
Preventive Oral Health Education
Dental Prophylaxis
Nutrition Counseling
Dentrix Software Proficiency
Open Dental Software Proficiency
Patient Relationship Building
Treatment Planning and Execution
Patient Management
Work History
07/2021 to Current
Registered Dental HygienistUcla Health – Westlake Village, CA,
Applied fluoride, dental sealants and desensitizing resin to protect patients' teeth from decay.
Captured patients' digital dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
Designed dental report card that explained patients' dental health status and treatment plans.
Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing, brushing and rinsing.
Performed preventative maintenance on dental equipment and resolved malfunctions by troubleshooting.
Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach and positive rapport development.
Cared for patients with special needs by providing individualized services, including education related to specific procedures and communicating with caregivers.
Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix.
Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
Carried out advanced dental cleaning services, including Scaling and Root Planing, Laser Treatment for Bacterial Reduction and Arestin Placement.
Correctly administered Local Anesthetic and Nitrous Oxide in addition to adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
NOMAD X-Ray Technology
3D X-Ray Technology
09/2019 to 08/2021
Registered Dental HygienistUcla Health – Burbank, CA,
Applied fluoride, dental sealants and desensitizing resin to protect patients' teeth from decay.
Captured patients' digital dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
Designed dental report card that explained patients' dental health status and treatment plans.
Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing, brushing and rinsing.
Performed preventative maintenance on dental equipment and resolved malfunctions by troubleshooting.
Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach and positive rapport development.
Cared for patients with special needs by providing individualized services, including education related to specific procedures and communicating with caregivers.
Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix.
Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
Carried out advanced dental cleaning services, including Scaling and Root Planing, Laser Treatment for Bacterial Reduction and Arestin Placement.
Correctly administered Local Anesthetic and Nitrous Oxide in addition to adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
12/2015 to 02/2020
Customer Service RepresentativeFidelity Bank Of North Carolina – Apex, NC,
Compiled customer feedback and recommended service delivery improvements to management.
Responded to customer requests for products, services and company information.
Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
Applied communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty.
Trained incoming staff on restaurant's practices, culture and procedures to maximize job satisfaction and productivity.
Leveraged sales expertise to promote and capitalize on upsell opportunities.
Education
Expected in 2019
Associate of Science: Dental Hygiene Milwaukee Area Technical College - Milwaukee, WI GPA:
Expected in 2009
High School Diploma: Wauwatosa East High School - Wauwatosa, WI GPA:
Certifications
Licensed Dental Hygienist in Wisconsin
CPR & AED certified by American Heart Association
Nitrous Oxide & Local Anesthetic Administration Certification 2018
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