Brenna Motzer
Mentor
Summary
Dedicated dental hygiene student at Lakeland Community College. With over a year of clinical experience, I excel in patient care and team collaboration. I am skilled in radiographic techniques and infection control. Achieved significant improvements in treatment room efficiency and patient education, leveraging both clinical and interpersonal skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygiene Assistant
Fioritto Family Dentistry
09.2024 - Current
- Takes radiographs, including full mouth series, bitewings, and periapicals using wall unit and NOMAD
- Take panoramic radiographs and CT's
- Increase appointment efficiency by preparing treatment rooms and sterilizing instruments before each patient visit.
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, leading to better home care routines and overall oral health improvement.
- Ensure a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA regulations regarding infection control protocols.
- Manage patient records diligently, updating charts and notes to accurately reflect treatments provided.
Assistant Manager
Pacsun
07.2023 - Current
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Lakeland Community College
Willoughby, OH05-2025
Skills
- Patient care and education - Conduct comprehensive oral health assessments, educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, and provide tailored preventive care plans
- Clinical Procedures – Proficient in scaling and root planing, prophylaxis, fluoride applications, sealant placement, and periodontal charting
- Radiographic Techniques – Skilled in taking and interpreting digital and traditional radiographs, including bitewings, periapicals, and panoramic images
- Periodontal Therapy – Assess and manage periodontal conditions through non-surgical therapies, including ultrasonic instrumentation and hand scaling
- Local Anesthesia & Pain Management – Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide sedation to ensure patient comfort during procedures
- Infection Control & Sterilization – Adhere to OSHA and CDC protocols for sterilization, instrument processing, and cross-contamination prevention
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association
- Licensed Radiographer (Lic. #51.044216)
- Certified to administer Silver Diamine Fluoride treatments
Timeline
Dental Hygiene Assistant
Fioritto Family Dentistry
09.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager
Pacsun
07.2023 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Lakeland Community College
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