Ashley Miller
Lincoln,CA
Summary
Experienced Dental Hygienist with 17+ years of expertise in all aspects of treatment, including dental prophylaxis, scaling/root planing with local anesthetic and promoting oral health for long term patients. Effective communicator with success in teaching patients and community about oral hygiene and care. Knowledgeable in identifying oral health issues, like tooth decay and hyperkeratinized tissues, in early stages and communicating findings to dentists for further evaluation, diagnosis and treatment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Baker Family Dental
06.2007 - Current
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach and positive rapport development.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing, brushing at every cleaning appointment.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in [Software].
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
- Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Cared for patients with special needs by providing education related to specific procedures and communicating with caregivers.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Capably performed prophylaxis in absence of periodontal disease or gingivitis.
- Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
Education
Associate of Science - Natural Sciences
Sierra College
Rocklin08.2005
Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene - Dental Hygiene Degree Or Certificate
Carrington College California - Sacramento
Sacramento, CA12.2006
Associate of Science - Biological Science
Sierra College
Rocklin08.2005
Skills
- Preventive Oral Health Education
- Chronic Disease Management
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Sealant Application
- Digital Radiographs
- Periodontal Evaluation
- Nitrous Oxide
- Intra-Oral Camera Operations
- Dentrix Software Proficiency
- Root Planing
- Local Anesthetics
- Oraqix Anesthetic Expertise
- Henry Schein Dentix
- Tooth Whitening
- Fluoride Application
- Active Listening
- Eaglesoft experience
Enjoy family time with my two sons walking or taking them to outdoor trips.
Exploring the local zoo, swimming or going to the park to play with them is precious and so grateful for these moments.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Baker Family Dental
06.2007 - Current
Associate of Science - Natural Sciences
Sierra College
Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene - Dental Hygiene Degree Or Certificate
Carrington College California - Sacramento
Associate of Science - Biological Science
Sierra College