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REGISTERED DENTAL HYGIENIST
Summary

Experienced Dental Hygienist excited to bring 12 years of experience caring for patients one-on-one. Expert at conducting oral screenings, providing prophylactic treatment and assisting dentists with procedures. Committed to educating patients about oral hygiene and care to prevent dental disease. Also, for the past year I have served as acting Office Manager including roles such as filing insurance, sending patient statements, scheduling appointments, facilitating payroll to staff every pay period.

Skills
  • Oral cancer screening
  • Fluoride application
  • Dental disease treatment
  • Soft tissue management
  • Dental radiography
  • Periodontal treatment
  • Stain removal
  • Dental health promotion
  • Organizational skills
  • Conflict resolution
  • MS Office
  • Customer service
  • Multitasking
  • Office Management skills
  • Insurance filing
Experience
Alexander J. Dudley DMD | Marianna, FLRegistered Dental Hygienist06/2015 - Current
  • Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride and sealants, to protect patients' teeth from decay.
  • Managed dental records and entered information using AltaPoint and Dentrix to keep important patient information on file.
  • Cared for patients using advanced tooth cleaning methods with hand scaling, ultrasonic and rubber cup polishing.
  • Customized dental prophylactic treatment to meet individual patients' needs.
  • 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.
  • Monitored patients for pain and administered topical anesthetic to numb sensitive areas.
  • Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.
  • Examined gums manually and visually to determine periodontal disease and screen for oral cancer.
  • Accurately collected and recorded patient medical and dental histories.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Created new programs that resulted in increasing productivity and customer satisfaction.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Handled all delegated tasks, including filing insurances and working as office manager and dental assistant when needed.
  • Experienced with recent Covid-19 protocols.
Henry Knowles Jr. DMD PA | Marianna , FLRegistered Dental Hygienist09/2008 - 06/2015
  • Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride and sealants, to protect patients' teeth from decay.
  • Cared for patients using advanced tooth cleaning methods.
  • Customized dental prophylactic treatment to meet individual patients' needs.
  • 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.
  • Monitored patients for pain and administered topical anesthetic to numb sensitive areas.
  • Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.
  • Examined gums manually and visually to determine periodontal disease and screen for oral cancer.
  • Accurately collected and recorded patient medical and dental histories.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Handled all delegated tasks.
Dr. Michael Stripling | Marianna , FLDental Assistant06/2006 - 07/2008
  • Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
  • Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, including applying dental fillings, placing temporary crowns, seating permanent crowns.
  • Educated patients on postoperative and general oral health care by suggesting warm saltwater rinsing, pain medication dosage, flossing methods, brushing techniques.
  • Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  • Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
  • Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
  • Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
  • Maintained clean, sterile and positive environment to optimize patient comfort, safety and satisfaction.
  • Maintained dental lab equipment by sanitizing surfaces and organizing tools, instruments and equipment.
  • Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
  • Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
  • Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients.
  • Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
  • Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Education and Training
Gulf Coast State College | Panama City, FLAssociate of Science in Dental Hygiene05/2008
Chipola College | Marianna, FLAssociate of Arts05/2006
Activities and Honors

I enjoy singing on the worship team at my church of 17 years, Christian Center Church. I also cherish time spent with all of my family, especially my husband and 2 boys.

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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Alexander J. Dudley DMD
  • Henry Knowles Jr. DMD PA
  • Dr. Michael Stripling

School Attended

  • Gulf Coast State College
  • Chipola College

Job Titles Held:

  • Registered Dental Hygienist
  • Dental Assistant

Degrees

  • Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene
    Associate of Arts

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