Caleigh Bingham

Compassionate dental hygiene professional with vast knowledge concerning clinical procedures such as oral disease screenings, nutritional counseling, periodontal instrumentation, patient education and motivation, as well as implementing preventative measures to help patients achieve great oral hygiene.

Clinical Externship, Volunteers in Medicine Berkshires, Fall 2022, Spring 2023

• Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data
• Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
• Polished patients' teeth to remove surface stains.
• Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.

Clinical Externship, Holyoke Health Center, Spring 2023

• Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
• Polished patients' teeth to remove surface stains.
• Educated patients on oral hygiene's importance and demonstrated flossing and brushing techniques.

Volunteer, Service Net, Spring 2023

• Educated patients on oral hygiene and care to prevent future dental issues.
• Included games that allowed the community to understand and actively get involved with their oral hygiene.
• Educated patients on how to properly clean and take care of dentures.