Anne Argol
Memphis,TN
Summary
Focused dental hygienist with several years of expertise in assessment, treatment and prevention of oral diseases. Highly accomplished in educating patients on oral health, hygiene and disease prevention. Gifted at building relationships with patients by making friendly conversation, ensuring comfort throughout procedures.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
American Family Dentistry-Collierville
Memphis, TN
07.2017 - 10.2024
- Provided patient education on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive dental care.
- Demonstrated use of dental instruments, including scalers, curettes, air polishers, and ultrasonic devices.
- Performed periodontal charting to record the condition of patients' gums.
- Assessed overall oral health by examining teeth and gums for signs of disease or other irregularities.
- Developed treatment plans based on diagnosis and discussed with dentists.
- Applied fluoride treatments to protect teeth against cavities.
- Instructed patients in brushing and flossing techniques to maintain optimal oral health.
- Conducted x-rays to detect potential issues such as decay, cysts, tumors and bone loss.
- Used suction hoses and saliva ejectors to keep work area dry during procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatment plans using electronic medical records software.
- Cleaned and polished removable appliances such as dentures and orthodontic retainers.
- Sterilized dental instruments before each procedure according to infection control protocols.
- Educated patients about good nutrition for maintaining healthy teeth and gums.
- Administered local anesthetics prior to dental treatments when necessary.
- Performed root planing procedures to remove plaque from below the gum line.
- Assisted dentists during restorative procedures such as crowns, bridges, fillings, implants.
- Examined mouth for sores or lesions that may indicate a need for further evaluation.
- Counseled patients on smoking cessation strategies for improved oral health outcomes.
- Recognized warning signs of serious conditions such as cancer or diabetes through clinical observations.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care planning.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed follow-up care.
Dental Hygienist
American Family Dentistry Raleigh
Memphis, TN
03.2008 - 07.2017
- Provided patient education on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive dental care.
- Demonstrated use of dental instruments, including scalers, curettes, air polishers, and ultrasonic devices.
- Performed periodontal charting to record the condition of patients' gums.
Education
Certificate - Dental Hygiene
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson,Ms05-1980
Associate of Science - Pre Dental Hygiene
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS05-1978
High School Diploma -
Indianola Academy
Indianola, MS05-1976
Anesthesia - Dental Hygiene
University of Tennessee
MemphisSkills
- Dental impression specialist
- Tooth whitening
- Medical office administration
- Dentrix software proficiency
- Periodontal evaluation
- Soft tissue management
- Fluoride application
- Preventive oral health education
- Sedation administration
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Dental charting
- Periodontal treatment
- Dental disease management
- Preventive dentistry
- Patient education and counseling
- Instrument and room setup
- Digital radiography
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Prophylaxis
- Itero Scans
- AI x-ray Reading
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
American Family Dentistry-Collierville
07.2017 - 10.2024
Dental Hygienist
American Family Dentistry Raleigh
03.2008 - 07.2017
Certificate - Dental Hygiene
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Associate of Science - Pre Dental Hygiene
Hinds Community College
High School Diploma -
Indianola Academy
Anesthesia - Dental Hygiene
University of Tennessee
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