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Ashley Sass

Easton,KS

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

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Hygienist

Topeka Dentistry
06.2007 - Current
  • Led comprehensive patient oral health assessments and maintained detailed dental records.
  • Implemented effective oral hygiene techniques, enhancing patient education and outcomes.
  • Mentored junior hygienists on best practices and advanced dental procedures.
  • Developed personalized periodontal care plans in collaboration with dentists.
  • Improved patient retention through exceptional service and personalized care strategies.
  • Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
  • Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
  • Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized home care instructions.
  • Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry best practices and emerging technologies within the field of dental hygiene.
  • Implemented effective infection control measures by sterilizing instruments and following strict protocols for cleanliness.
  • Streamlined patient appointments by efficiently managing time and dental equipment, seeing up to 10 patients per day.

Dental Assistant

Dr David Gillham
05.2002 - 08.2005
  • Assisted dentists during procedures, ensuring instruments and materials were prepared and sterile.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
  • Monitored inventory levels of dental supplies, placing orders to ensure adequate stock availability.
  • Built rapport with young patients by engaging them in age-appropriate conversation during visits to alleviate anxiety or fear surrounding dental appointments.
  • Collaborated with the dental team to improve workflow efficiency and enhance patient experience.
  • Implemented infection control procedures, enhancing safety measures within the practice environment.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS
05-2007

Skills

  • Ultrasonic instrumentation
  • Local anesthesia administration
  • Sealant application
  • Patient relationship building
  • Infection control
  • Periodontal maintenance
  • Digital radiographs
  • Treatment Planning
  • Patient education and prophylaxis
  • Preventive oral health education
  • Fluoride treatments
  • Nitrous oxide sedation
  • Dental software proficiency- Eddson and Dentrix Ascend
  • Patient management
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Patient charting
  • HIPAA awareness training certification
  • Time management- seeing up to 10 patients per day and staying on time
  • Organizational skills
  • Multitasking

Timeline

Dental Hygienist

Topeka Dentistry
06.2007 - Current

Dental Assistant

Dr David Gillham
05.2002 - 08.2005

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

Johnson County Community College

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