ChrisAnn Miller
Archbold
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Registered Dental Hygienist with extensive experience at Dr. Penny Dunlap's clinic. Expert in periodontal therapy and patient education, I successfully enhanced patient oral health through tailored treatment plans and effective communication. Committed to infection control and continuous learning, I foster strong patient relationships to ensure optimal care outcomes. I am a team player and pay attention to dental. I consider myself compassionate in a team setting inside and outside of an office.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Penny Dunlap
03.2014 - 04.2021
- Provided comprehensive dental cleanings and assessments to enhance patient oral health.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care strategies.
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and conditions.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure a safe clinical environment for patients and staff.
- Collaborated with dentists to optimize treatment outcomes through effective communication and teamwork.
- Evaluated emerging dental technologies to improve efficiency of hygienic practices within the clinic.
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
- Supported office administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling insurance billing inquiries when needed.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- 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.
- Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
- Implemented effective infection control measures by sterilizing instruments and following strict protocols for cleanliness.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in [Software].
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Owens Community College
Perrysburg, OH05-1987
Skills
- Ultrasonic instrumentation
- Periodontal therapy
- Local anesthesia administration
- Oral cancer screening
- Sealant application
- Patient relationship building
- Patient education
- Infection control
- Periodontal maintenance
- Periodontal evaluation
- Digital radiographs
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Treatment Planning
- Patient education and prophylaxis
- Preventive oral health education
- Fluoride treatments
- Dental prophylaxis
- Patient education and counseling
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Dental radiography
- Dental charting
- Nutrition counseling
- Dentrix software proficiency
- Nitrous oxide sedation
- Dental software proficiency
- Radiographic interpretation
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Dental disease management
- Patient management
- Preventive dentistry
- Patient assessments
- Prophylaxis
- Dental records
- Electronic health records
- Medical history review
- Stain removal
- Safety compliance
- Fluoride treatment
- Diagnostic imaging
- Dental impression specialist
- Medical billing and coding
- Patient safety proficiency
- Medical records management
- Procedure support
- Dental appliance fabrication
- Regulatory compliance
- Chronic disease management
- Restorative dentistry
- Insurance claims
- Case management
- Teeth cleaning
- Indirect patient care
- Periodontal treatment
- Fluoride application
- Instrument and room setup
- Soft tissue management
- Digital radiography
- Dental health promotion
- Tooth whitening
- Dental disease treatment
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patient communication
- Instrument sterilization
- Caring and compassionate
- Patient care
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient charting
- Team collaboration
- HIPAA awareness training certification
- Oral impressions
- Full mouth radiographs
- Relationship building
- Registered dental hygienist (RDH)
- Multitasking Abilities
- Documenting patient history
- Electronic dental record (EDR)
- Patient needs assessment
- Excellent communication
- Dental scaling
- Gum disease identification
- Oral health management
- Time management
- Written communication
- Problem-solving
- Medical charting
- Gum and tooth examination
- Task prioritization
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Penny Dunlap
03.2014 - 04.2021
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Owens Community College