Albion Winter
Summary
Friendly and outgoing Dental Hygienist with 5+ years of clinical experience and 20+ years working in healthcare settings. Emphasis on the preventative aspects of oral hygiene care and treatment planning. Competent and certified in all areas of modern dentistry, including diode laser treatment and interim restoration therapy. Empathetic professional capable of reassuring and alleviating patient fears. Enthusiastic about oral health and enjoy educating patients on OHI. My goal as a dental hygienist is to help promote the relationship between oral health and general health and to facilitate the flow of patient treatment in the dental setting.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Willits Modern Dentistry
11.2021 - Current
- Performed Periodontal Therapy: Scaling and Root Planing, Subgingival Irrigation, Arestin placement
- Managed patient records with accuracy, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.
- Assessed periodontal status of patients using probing techniques, identifying areas requiring further attention or treatment planning modifications.
- Contributed to practice growth by delivering excellent customer service, resulting in increased patient retention rates.
- Collaborated with dental team members to provide comprehensive care for patients, enhancing overall experience.
- Administered local anesthesia as needed for dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort throughout the process.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address specific patient needs and concerns.
- Interpreted patients dental radiographs.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene and nutrition and provided instructions for brushing, flossing and other preventive care.
Dental Hygienist
SRJC Dental Clinic
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Patient assessment, treatment planning and implementation
- Performed EOIO exams and oral cancer screenings
- Performed SRPS and Prophy cleanings
- Delivered local antibiotic therapy, sub gingival irrigation, and performed soft tissue curettage
- Administered local anesthetic and Nitrous Oxide
- Applied fluoride treatments, sealants, and administered whitening treatments
- OHI education and promotion
- Smoking cessation
- Taking FMX and Panoramic radiographs
- Scheduled patients for appropriate recall intervals.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Specialized in a Cardiac Telemetry Unit
- Performed EKG testing and documented results
- Prepared patients for cardiac surgeries/tests
- Monitored post surgery patients for complications and reported to Nursing staff
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Experience with various medical conditions, including Parkinson's, diabetes, Alzheimer's, cancer, Paget's disease, and various cardiac conditions.
Education
A.S. Dental Hygiene -
Santa Rosa JC
A.S. Allied Health -
Mendocino College
A.S. Natural Science -
Santa Rosa JC
Skills
- Dentrix Ascend proficient
- FMX/Panorex Radiographs
- Fluoride application
- Sealant application
- Arestin Placement
- Local Anesthesia/Nitrous Oxide administration
- Treatment planning
- OHI/Preventative education
- Diode Laser certified
- ITR certified
- Scaling and Root Planing expertise
- Periodontal Assessment
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Willits Modern Dentistry
11.2021 - Current
Dental Hygienist
SRJC Dental Clinic
01.2018 - 01.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
01.2000 - 01.2005
A.S. Dental Hygiene -
Santa Rosa JC
A.S. Allied Health -
Mendocino College
A.S. Natural Science -
Santa Rosa JC
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