Alexa Broach
Auburn
Summary
Knowledgeable Dental Hygienist with solid foundation in patient care and oral health maintenance. Provided effective preventative treatments and patient education to improve dental hygiene. Demonstrated proficiency in scaling, polishing, and using radiographic equipment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Liles Family Dentistry
01.2021 - Current
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
- Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized home care instructions.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene and nutrition and provided instructions for brushing, flossing and other preventive care.
- Worked with dentists in developing and implementing personalized care plans for dental patients.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Utilized ultrasonic scaling devices to efficiently remove plaque and calculus buildup from teeth surfaces.
Dental Assistant
Liles Family Dentistry
01.2021 - Current
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
Front Desk Receptionist
Liles Family Dentistry
01.2021 - Current
- Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with patients, and updated patients records.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Ensured HIPAA compliance by maintaining strict confidentiality with all patient records and information.
- Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
Education
Dental Hygiene
Alabama Dental Hygiene Program
Birmingham, AL04-2024
High School Diploma -
Beauregard Highschool
Opelika, AL05-2020
Skills
- Ultrasonic instrumentation
- Patient relationship building
- Patient education
- Infection control
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Digital radiographs
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Liles Family Dentistry
01.2021 - Current
Dental Assistant
Liles Family Dentistry
01.2021 - Current
Front Desk Receptionist
Liles Family Dentistry
01.2021 - Current
Dental Hygiene
Alabama Dental Hygiene Program
High School Diploma -
Beauregard Highschool
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