Anna Meyer
Batesville,IN
Summary
Dedicated dental hygiene professional recognized for high productivity and efficient task execution. Specializes in patient education, periodontal therapy, and digital radiography, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Strong communication and empathy skills enhance patient comfort while effective time management contributes to streamlined care processes. Committed to empowering patients with the knowledge needed for informed treatment decisions.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Columbus Periodontics and Implants
Columbus, IN
02.2024 - Current
- Customize supportive periodontal therapy to individual patients' needs.
- Administer local anesthetic for scaling and root planing, and periodontal surgeries.
- Take radiographs to aid in diagnosis and treatment.
- Assist in periodontal surgeries.
- Create a comforting and anxiety-free climate for patients.
- Maintain accurate records of patient treatment plans using electronic dental records software.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care planning and workflow.
- Reviewed appeals from providers regarding denied claims and provided recommendations for resolution.
- Mentored junior team members and managed employee relationships.
- Analyzed patient information and data to identify any discrepancies or errors in the documentation.
- Participated in training sessions on new products and services offered by the organization.
- Assisted with developing policies and procedures related to clinical review processes.
Dental Hygienist
Sandcrest Dental Health
Columbus, IN
11.2022 - Current
- Carry out advanced dental cleaning services.
- Maintain accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix Ascend Software.
- Educate patients on the correlation between systemic and oral health.
- Educate patients on the importance of oral hygiene, and actively interact with patients by demonstrating proper oral hygiene techniques.
- Co-diagnose, take intraoral photos, and educate patients on restorative needs.
- Promoted to Education Liaison, which includes leading the team in periodontal protocol.
- Digitally scan patients for custom trays.
Dental Hygienist
Harrison Family Dental
Harrison, OH
10.2020 - 11.2022
- Evaluate clinical findings, medical history, radiographs, and previous dental records, and integrate the data into a plan for a healthy mouth and body.
- Administer local anesthetic injections as needed.
- Educate patients on the implications of not protecting the health of their teeth, and help co-diagnose with the dentist.
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and prevention
- Assist with patient sterilization
- Assist in front office functionalities
Dental Hygienist
Stradley And Hagerty, LLC
Greensburg, IN
05.2010 - 10.2020
- Patient assessment, treatment planning, executing dental hygiene/periodontal treatment, and scheduling follow-up care.
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and prevention.
- Management of a hygiene team consisting of six hygienists.
- Organize hygiene team meetings, the creation of processes, and protocols.
- Narratives written on the patient's behalf, including detailed clinical documentation regarding the patients' periodontal condition.
- Train and onboard new employees.
- Assist with patient sterilization
- Assist in front office functionalities.
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Christopher Brown, DDS
Versailles, IN
06.2006 - 05.2010
- Patient assessment, treatment planning, executing dental hygiene/periodontal treatment
- Conduct thorough medical health histories
- Take radiographs and dental impressions
- Educate patients on oral hygiene care and prevention
- Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
- Educate patients on the correlation between dental health and systemic diseases
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Indiana School of Dentistry
Indianapolis, IN05-2006
Skills
- Strong verbal communication
- Team player
- Great patient rapport
- Diplomatic
- Self-motivated, and driven to learn
- Ability to work in a high-stress environment and stay on task
- Adaptable
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Columbus Periodontics and Implants
02.2024 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Sandcrest Dental Health
11.2022 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Harrison Family Dental
10.2020 - 11.2022
Dental Hygienist
Stradley And Hagerty, LLC
05.2010 - 10.2020
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Christopher Brown, DDS
06.2006 - 05.2010
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Indiana School of Dentistry
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