Farah Trujillo
Pembroke Pines,FL
Summary
Compassionate Dental Hygienist with background in preventive care and patient education. Offer expertise in periodontal disease management, radiography, and dental prophylaxis. Known for building rapport with patients, providing personalized oral hygiene strategies, and contributing to overall team success in past roles. Committed to making positive impact on patients' oral health through thorough cleanings and education.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Gotu Staffing
PEMBROKE PINES, FL
01.2024 - Current
- Performed root planing procedures to remove plaque from below the gum line.
- Administered local anesthetics prior to dental treatments when necessary.
- Conducted x-rays to detect potential issues such as decay, cysts, tumors and bone loss.
- Demonstrated use of dental instruments, including scalers, curettes, air polishers, and ultrasonic devices.
- Cleaned and polished removable appliances such as dentures and orthodontic retainers.
- Developed treatment plans based on diagnosis and discussed with dentists.
- Instructed patients in brushing and flossing techniques to maintain optimal oral health.
- Applied fluoride treatments to protect teeth against cavities.
- Provided patient education on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive dental care.
- Performed periodontal charting to record the condition of patients' gums.
- Sterilized dental instruments before each procedure according to infection control protocols.
Assistant General Dentist
1500 dental
Fort Lauderdale, FL
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
Orthodontic Assistant
Village Square Dental
PEMBROKE PINES, FL
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted with laboratory procedures such as pouring models, trimming appliances, fabricating retainers.
- Provided patient education regarding oral hygiene and post-treatment care instructions.
- Organized patient records and kept track of treatment plans.
- Performed chairside duties including preparation of trays and passing instruments to the doctor during procedures.
- Scheduled appointments for patients based on availability of doctors' time slots.
- Instructed patients on how to properly use orthodontic appliances such as headgear or elastics.
- Prepared and polished patients' teeth before having braces installed.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Performed minor orthodontic procedures such as suture removal and rubber dam placement.
- Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
- Attached wiring for braces and advised patient on how to properly and gently brush and floss.
- Assisted orthodontist in selecting, preparing, and placing orthodontic appliances.
- Took dental x-rays and impressions of patients' teeth as directed by orthodontist.
Periodontal Surgical Assistant
1500 dental
Fort Lauderdale, FL
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Set up suction machines, air and water syringes, saliva ejectors, and other equipment used in periodontal surgery procedures.
- Provided chair-side assistance to the periodontist during surgical procedures by passing instruments and materials as needed.
- Managed preoperative preparation including administering local anesthesia if required by the physician.
- Monitored vital signs of patients before and after surgery under the direction of the periodontist.
- Educated patients on post-operative instructions following periodontal surgeries.
- Assisted periodontist in patient care by preparing and sterilizing instruments, setting up trays, and providing necessary items during procedures.
- Verified that all laboratory prescriptions were completed correctly before releasing them to patients.
- Managed and maintained surgical suites by sterilizing and organizing equipment.
- Dressed wounds with antiseptic compounds and sterile coverings to protect surgical sites and promote healing.
Dentist
V&C Odontologia
Lima, Peru
10.2014 - 06.2019
- Prescribed medications and antibiotics to treat infections or pain relief associated with dental work.
- Utilized specialized tools such as drills, forceps and mirrors to perform procedures in a precise manner.
- Conducted root canals, extractions, fillings, crowns and other restorative procedures.
- Ensured all safety protocols were met when performing any type of procedure.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits in electronic health records system.
- Took x-rays to identify areas of decay or other abnormalities in the mouth.
- Provided emergency care for toothaches or broken teeth.
- Conducted oral cancer screenings by thoroughly examining patients' mouths to identify problematic areas.
- Analyzed X-rays and reviewed patients' health backgrounds to devise appropriate treatment course.
- Designed and fitted patients with dentures, bridges and other prosthodontic dental appliances.
- Took impressions for dental appliances and sent prosthesis to outside dental labs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dentistry
Universidad San Martin De Porres
Peru10-2014
Skills
- Dental charting
- Dental health promotion
- Periodontal treatment
- Fluoride application
- Tooth whitening
- Sealant application
- Local anesthesia administration
- Ultrasonic instrumentation
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Certification
- Licensed Dentist (Peru)
- Licensed Dental Hygienist (Florida)
- Local Anesthesia Certification
- CPR / AED Certification
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Gotu Staffing
01.2024 - Current
Assistant General Dentist
1500 dental
08.2022 - 08.2023
Orthodontic Assistant
Village Square Dental
08.2022 - 08.2023
Periodontal Surgical Assistant
1500 dental
08.2022 - 08.2023
Dentist
V&C Odontologia
10.2014 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Dentistry
Universidad San Martin De Porres
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