Amy Taylor
Clio,Michigan
Summary
Highly skilled dental hygienist with proven experience in providing comprehensive oral health care and preventative advice to patients. I am adept at creating a comfortable and friendly environment for patients while efficiently conducting dental cleanings, x-rays, and assisting in dental procedures. My experience in my studies has demonstrated my ability to improve patient oral hygiene through education and tailored treatment plans. My commitment to staying current with the latest dental technologies and practices enhances patient care and clinic operations. I am committed to ongoing education in order to help provide education to future dental hygienists. My time in college allowed me to demonstrate strong leadership skills in dental hygiene and prerequisite classes. I was involved in the chemistry club, and I was the president of my dental hygiene class.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist (Lead)
Flushing Dental Care
Flushing, Michigan
06.2018 - Current
- Developed positive relationships with patients through effective communication techniques.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed follow-up care.
- Applied sealants and protective TFL2 to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following safety protocols set forth by the American Dental Association.
- Took medical and dental history and recorded vital signs of patients.
- Exposed dental diagnostic x-rays.
- Educated patients about proper oral health care, including diet, brushing, flossing, and the use of fluoride.
- Performed Scaling and Root planning on Periodontal patients.
- Completing periodontal charting and took intraoral radiographs.
- Studied new and advanced dental hygiene methods and technology by completing continuing education coursework.
- Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations within budgetary limits.
- Managed sterilization processes for dental equipment according to OSHA guidelines.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
Dental Assistant
Flushing Dental Care
Flushing, Michigan
06.2000 - Current
- Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
- Gathered and documented patient medical and dental histories and vital signs.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
- Performed basic laboratory tasks, such as pouring impressions and trimming models.
- Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Educational Leadership And Management
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI12-2025
Associate of Science - General Studies
Charles Stewart Mott Community College
Flint, MI06-2018
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Charles Stewart Mott Community College
Flint, MI05-2018
Skills
- Treatment planning and execution
- Preventive dentistry
- Cultural Awareness
- Periodontal Disease Therapy
- Restorative assistance
- Effective Patient Communication
- Preventive Oral Care
- Dental disease treatment
- Oraqix Anesthetic Administration Skills
- Nitrous Oxide Administration
- Proficient in Local Anesthesia Techniques
- Administering Arestin Treatment
- Proficient Stain Elimination
- Intra-oral camera operations
- Periodontal assessment
- Pediatric dentistry
- OSHA and infection control adherence
- Radiographic interpretation
- Ultrasonic scaling
- Dental charting
- Nutrition counseling
- Oral cancer screening
Affiliations
I'm on the board of the Evangelist committee at St. Charles and Helena Church.
Play golf in the summer and virtual golf in the winter.
Kayaking and camping.
Attend multiple community events in my home town and office city
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist (Lead)
Flushing Dental Care
06.2018 - Current
Dental Assistant
Flushing Dental Care
06.2000 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Educational Leadership And Management
Northern Michigan University
Associate of Science - General Studies
Charles Stewart Mott Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Charles Stewart Mott Community College
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