Bethany Zuniga
Goodlettsville,TN
Summary
Dental Hygienist with several years of experience in the dental field and providing high-quality dental care and oral health education. Proficient in cleanings, periodontal scaling, root planing, and dental radiographs. Strong collaboration skills with dental teams to deliver patient-centered care. Committed to patient comfort, excellent communication, and infection control. Seeking to contribute to a dynamic dental practice.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Cox Family Dentistry
Hendersonville, TN
10.2023 - Current
- Skilled in performing dental cleanings, scaling, root planing, and applying sealants and fluoride treatments.
- Expertise in educating patients on oral hygiene practices, including brushing, flossing, and dietary recommendations to prevent dental issues.
- Proficient in taking and interpreting dental radiographs (X-rays) to assist in the diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Experienced in providing non-surgical periodontal therapy, including scaling and root planing to treat gum diseases.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients, explaining procedures and addressing their concerns, as well as collaborating with dental team members.
- Knowledgeable in maintaining infection control protocols and adhering to OSHA and CDC guidelines to ensure a safe and sterile environment for patients and staff.
Dental Assistant
Clayton Dental Group
Donelson , TN
03.2018 - 12.2021
- Greeted patients upon arrival and escorted them to examination rooms, ensuring a welcoming and comfortable experience.
- Maintained a clean, sterile, and inviting environment for all patients.
- Assisted dentists chair-side during procedures by passing instruments, holding suction devices, and ensuring smooth workflow.
- Fabricated temporary crowns and bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
- Captured and processed bitewing, periapical, panoramic, and FMX radiographs, as well as intraoral photographs for dental evaluations.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and provided guidance on post-procedure home care.
- Managed the ordering of supplies necessary for the daily operations of the practice, ensuring efficient and continuous service delivery.
Education
Dental Hygiene
Remington College
Nashville, TN07-2023
Associate of Science -
Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TN05-2021
Skills
- Tooth whitening
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Anesthetic Administration
- Fluoride application
- Digital Radiographs
- Oral Hygiene Instruction
- Treatment Planning
- Medical History Review
- Soft tissue management
- Periodontal treatment
- Dental Prophylaxis
- Sealant Application
Certification
- Dental Hygienist License - 11192
- Administration and Monitoring of Nitrous Oxide Certification
- Administration of Local Anesthesia Certification
- CPR Certified - Renewed in 2023
References
Ashley Clayton - Clayton Dental Group
General Dentist
(615) 210 - 7994
cac1520@aol.com
Anna Lampre - Kiddie Academy of Hendersonville
Administrator Assistant
(615) 579 - 6356
hendersonville@kiddieacademy.net
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Cox Family Dentistry
10.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
Clayton Dental Group
03.2018 - 12.2021
Dental Hygiene
Remington College
Associate of Science -
Volunteer State Community College
- Dental Hygienist License - 11192
- Administration and Monitoring of Nitrous Oxide Certification
- Administration of Local Anesthesia Certification
- CPR Certified - Renewed in 2023
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