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ALICE CARTER
Bastian,VA
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Summary
Experienced Dental Hygienist (in both Virginia and West Virginia) with 18 years of expertise in all aspects of treatment, including dental prophylaxis, full mouth debridement and SRP. Effective communicator with success in teaching patients about oral hygiene and preventive care. Knowledgeable in identifying oral health issues, such as periodontal disease, tooth decay and oral cancer, in early stages and communicating findings to dentists for further evaluation, diagnosis and treatment.
Overview
18
years of professional experience
Work History
TLC Dental Care
Registered Dental Hygienist
06.2007 - Current
Job overview
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services (full mouth debridement and scaling/root planing.
- 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/Dexis.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address specific patient needs and concerns.
- Administered local anesthesia/monitored nitrous oxide as needed for dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort throughout the process.
- Contributed to practice growth by delivering excellent customer service, resulting in increased patient retention rates.
- Worked under general supervision.
Dr. Richard Schambach
Registered Dental Hygienist
08.2006 - 06.2007
Job overview
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
- 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, and took radiographs using film and processed in dark room.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff.
Education
Old Dominion UniversityNorfolk, VA
Bachelor of Science from Dental Hygiene
08.2013
Wytheville Community CollegeWytheville, VA
Associate of Applied Science from Dental Hygiene
06.2006
Skills
- Local anesthesia administration
- Nitrous Oxide Sedation Monitoring
- Digital Radiographs
- General Supervision permit (WV)
- Published article "How to Manage the Oral Effects of Lupus" in Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
- Organized/kept medical emergency supplies up to date
- Special Needs Patients
- Medical History Review
- Teamwork and Collaboration
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Work-life balance401k matchPaid time offPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsTimeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
TLC Dental Care
06.2007 - Current
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. Richard Schambach
08.2006 - 06.2007
Old Dominion University
Bachelor of Science from Dental Hygiene
Wytheville Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Dental Hygiene
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