Ashleigh Black
Summary
Professional with comprehensive experience in dental care, specializing in patient oral health and preventive treatments. Known for strong collaboration within teams and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring reliable performance and consistent results. Skilled in patient education, periodontal therapy, and use of advanced dental technology. Recognized for excellent patient rapport and keen eye for detail, contributing to positive and effective clinical environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Atmore Family Dental
04.2021 - Current
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix and Dentrix Ascend.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Implemented effective infection control measures by sterilizing instruments and following strict protocols for cleanliness.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Worked with dentists in developing and implementing personalized care plans for dental patients.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene and nutrition and provided instructions for brushing, flossing and other preventive care.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
- Provided specialized care for pediatric patients, ensuring their comfort during dental visits while fostering healthy habits from an early age.
- Served as a mentor for new dental hygienists, sharing knowledge and best practices to help them excel in their roles.
- Promoted a welcoming environment by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, leading to increased patient satisfaction rates.
- Supported office administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling insurance billing inquiries when needed.
- Made and confirmed appointments to promote necessary follow-up care to maintain dental health.
- Administered topical anesthetics to patients' gums to prepare areas being worked on.
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Correctly administered local anesthetic.
- Conducted patient interviews and gathered patient medical and dental histories, adding to dental charts.
Dental Hygienist
Gearhart Family Dental
06.2015 - 04.2021
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Collaborated with dentists to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Maintained sterile and organized treatment areas to uphold safety and hygiene standards.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques for improved dental health.
- Facilitated smoother operations by restocking and preparing treatment rooms before each patient visit.
- Increased patient trust and comfort, explaining procedures and answering questions with empathy and clarity.
- Conducted dental X-rays for diagnostic purposes, ensuring accurate treatment planning.
- Executed detailed patient charting to track progress and treatment outcomes.
- Enhanced patient oral health by performing comprehensive dental cleanings and preventive treatments.
- Conducted patient interviews and gathered patient medical and dental histories, adding to dental charts.
- Administered topical anesthetics to patients' gums to prepare areas being worked on.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry best practices and emerging technologies within the field of dental hygiene.
- Assisted dentist with various treatments, ensuring efficient completion of procedures and optimal patient comfort.
- Made and confirmed appointments to promote necessary follow-up care to maintain dental health.
- Supported office administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling insurance billing inquiries when needed.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
Dental Hygiene
Dr. Douglas P. O'Connor
06.2012 - 06.2015
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry best practices and emerging technologies within the field of dental hygiene.
- Sought out additional learning opportunities related to dental hygiene practices, staying current with industry trends and increasing overall skill set.
- Ensured optimal dental hygiene for patients with thorough cleanings and preventative care education.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing gentle and efficient dental care during procedures.
- Maintained a clean and sanitized workspace, following strict hygiene guidelines to ensure food safety.
- Streamlined inventory management for hygiene supplies, resulting in reduced waste and cost savings.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dental Mate.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Worked with dentists in developing and implementing personalized care plans for dental patients.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Provided specialized care for pediatric patients, ensuring their comfort during dental visits while fostering healthy habits from an early age.
- Supported office administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling insurance billing inquiries when needed.
Dental Assistant/Dental Hygienist
Dr. Gary Silbernagel
05.2007 - 05.2012
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments daily.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
- Served as a mentor for new dental assistants, sharing knowledge and best practices to help them excel in their roles.
- Supported office administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling insurance billing inquiries when needed.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies and equipment, reducing costs through strategic purchasing decisions.
- Administered topical anesthetics to patients' gums to prepare areas being worked on.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Dental Hygiene
Alabama Dental Hygiene Program
Birmingham, Al06-2010
High School Diploma -
Escambia Academy
Atmore, Al05-2005
Skills
- Ultrasonic instrumentation
- Periodontal therapy
- Local anesthesia administration
- Periodontal evaluation
- Periodontal maintenance
- Digital radiographs
- Patient education and prophylaxis
- Dental prophylaxis
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Dental charting
- Dentrix software proficiency
- Cleaning and sanitation
Certification
Completed course through UAB to administer local anesthetic in Alabama.
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Atmore Family Dental
04.2021 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Gearhart Family Dental
06.2015 - 04.2021
Dental Hygiene
Dr. Douglas P. O'Connor
06.2012 - 06.2015
Dental Assistant/Dental Hygienist
Dr. Gary Silbernagel
05.2007 - 05.2012
Completed course through UAB to administer local anesthetic in Alabama.
Graduate Certificate - Dental Hygiene
Alabama Dental Hygiene Program
High School Diploma -
Escambia Academy
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