Asia Arroyo
Virginia Beach,Virginia
Summary
Motivated and patient-focused Dental Hygienist with 8 years of experience treating individuals with diverse dental concerns. Passionate about providing compassionate care and building relationships with patients to facilitate trust. Active listener with commitment to developing rapport. Offering exceptional patient education skills to promote preventive care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Konikoff Dentistry
05.2023 - Current
- Utilized ultrasonic scaling devices to efficiently remove plaque and calculus buildup from teeth surfaces.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
- Administered local anesthesia as needed for dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort throughout the process.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.
Dental Hygiene Student
Concorde Career College
03.2021 - 02.2023
- Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized oral hygiene education.
- Performed periodontal charting efficiently, monitoring patient progress over time and making recommendations as needed.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
Patient Care Coordinator
BrightNow Dental
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Managed sensitive patient information with strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines, maintaining confidentiality and privacy at all times.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns, answering questions, and ensuring patient satisfaction with their care experience at the clinic.
- Assisted patients with completing necessary paperwork and forms to provide healthcare facilities with essential information to bill for services.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently scheduling appointments and managing patient flow.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Concorde Career College
San Bernardino, CA02.2023
Skills
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Periodontal Assessment
- Local anesthesia administration
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Digital Radiographs
- Oral Hygiene Instruction
- Sealant Application
- Fluoride Treatment
Certification
Local Anesthesia
Radiology
Laser Bacterial Reduction
Nitrous Oxide
CPR/AED
Virginia/ California RDH License
Pending: Florida RDH License
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Konikoff Dentistry
05.2023 - Current
Dental Hygiene Student
Concorde Career College
03.2021 - 02.2023
Patient Care Coordinator
BrightNow Dental
03.2020 - 03.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Concorde Career College
Local Anesthesia
Radiology
Laser Bacterial Reduction
Nitrous Oxide
CPR/AED
Virginia/ California RDH License
Pending: Florida RDH License
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