Alexis Morrison
Lincolnton,NC
Summary
Skilled Dental Hygienist with 1-3 years of experience in fast-paced, high-volume dental offices. Expert at performing dental examinations, prophylaxis and administration of local anesthesia. Focused on maintaining dental health and preventing disease through patient education. Friendly with patients while working quickly and efficiently to stay on schedule.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
GoTu
08.2024 - Current
- Working as a temp dental hygienist in the interim period until a more permanent job is found.
- Collaborated with dentists to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Currently working in different areas across Lincolnton, Gastonia, and Charlotte areas. Filling in where needed.
Dental Hygienist
Skyview Dentistry
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NC05.2023
High School Diploma -
Lincolnton High School
Lincolnton, NC06.2019
Skills
- Ultrasonic instrumentation
- Periodontal Therapy
- Local anesthesia administration
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Patient relationship building
- Patient Education
- Infection Control
- Periodontal evaluation
- Periodontal maintenance
- Fluoride Treatments
- Dental Prophylaxis
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Dental charting
Certification
- Local Anesthesia Certification - NC Board of Dentistry.
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training Certification- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- HIPAA Compliance Training Certificate- U.S Department of Health & Human Services.
- Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) - American Dental Association.
- CPR Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
GoTu
08.2024 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Skyview Dentistry
06.2023 - 08.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Catawba Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
Lincolnton High School