Cimona Kanaan
Salem
Summary
Professional with comprehensive experience in dental care, specializing in patient oral health and preventive treatments. Known for strong collaboration within teams and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring reliable performance and consistent results. Skilled in patient education, periodontal therapy, and the use of advanced dental technology. Recognized for excellent patient rapport and keen eye for detail, contributing to a positive and effective clinical environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
New England Dental Group (Windham/Londonderry Locations)
Londonderry, NH
06.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive dental cleanings and assessments to ensure optimal patient oral health.
- Educated patients on preventive care and proper oral hygiene practices for improved health outcomes.
- Assisted in implementing infection control protocols to maintain a safe clinical environment.
- Collaborated with dentists to develop personalized treatment plans based on patient needs.
Dental Hyginiest
Honest Care Dental
Salem, NH
10.2025 - 05.2026
- Conducted comprehensive dental cleanings and assessments to maintain optimal oral health.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and preventive care techniques.
- Collaborated with dentists to develop personalized treatment plans for patients.
- Utilized advanced dental technology, including digital radiography and intraoral cameras, for accurate diagnostics.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling processes, enhancing patient flow and satisfaction rates.
- 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.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies and equipment, reducing costs through strategic purchasing decisions.
Dental Assistant and Front Desk Coordinator
Honest Care Dental
Salem, NH
07.2021 - 05.2025
- Maintain a calm environment for the patients
- Set up for a range of procedures, assist the doctor, and then clean up
- Sterilization of the dental tools and sanitation of the room in between patients
- Taking x-rays before and after procedures to show patient’s progress
- Give patients post-operative instructions
- Contact labs for denture, partial cases, and documenting the progress
Front Desk Coordinator/ Dental Assistant
Pleasant Smiles Dental
Merrimack, NH
09.2020 - 02.2022
- Answer phone calls to schedule and collect payments
- Followed extreme precautions with the Covid-19 pandemic
- Verified insurance to ensure patients had active coverage and remaining benefits for their scheduled procedure
- Reviewing treatment plans with patients and informing them of the importance and process of the procedure
- Follow up on unpaid claims, pending pretreatment estimates, and lab case status
- Stocked operatories
Pharmacy Technician
CVS
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Kept files and computer records organized for the pharmacy manager
- Greeted customers in person, at the drive through, and over the phone
- Assisted patients with GoodRx to help decrease cost of medications
- Ensured the cleanliness and sanitation of the pharmacy was consistent
- Received written and telephoned prescriptions
- Guided customers through the Covid-19 testing, we provided through our drive through
- Successfully managed to deescalate any unresolved issues
- Print out prescriptions and sort out duplicates
- Locate corresponding medication either pill, suppository, liquid, injection, unmixed liquid or powder, nasal spray etc.
- Review prescription before continuing to be weighing out the medication
- Assist the pharmacist in labeling the prescriptions
- Checking patients out via the register, drive through, and over the phone
Shift Supervisor
CVS
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Helped point out the insufficient time and delegated a new and improved the overall approach of the store
- Assisted customers with completing transactions
- Handled customers disputes with an empathetic approach and a desirable solution
- Seamlessly guided customers throughout the store and could help find anything
- Opened and closed both the front store filled with proper amounts of cash, coins, and postage stamps
- Coordinating with delivery and beverages representatives to stock the shelves
- Processed photos, wedding, baby shower, and many Christmas cards
- Consistently took passport photos for infants, adults, and children that are within the respective guidelines
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of New Hampshire
Manchester, NH05.2023
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene Program
NHTI
Concord05.2025
Skills
- Experience in the front desk, dental assisting, and dental hygiene
- Proficient in making manuals to help improve the work flow
- Ability to motivate others to excel professionally
- Proficient in completing my daily tasks and helping others
- Self-sufficient in navigating issues with past experiences
- Determined to give patients the best experience possible to ensure they continue to trust healthcare
Accomplishments
Highest producing day as a new grad RDH was $4,050
Certification
June 3rd & June 12th, 2021
- Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine: Radiology Certification for Dental Auxiliaries
- - Knowledge of proper radiation protection protocols for patients
- - Ability to provide the dentist with important radiographs for proper diagnosis
- - Helping patients identify the culprit of their pain with images to reference
June 6th, 2025
- American Heart Association: Basic Life Support Provider- Superior Life Support Inc.
- - Assess a patient in need of CPR and properly assist them
Friday, December 10th, 2021
- “Diagnosis and Treatment of Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office”
- - By speaker: Steven Bookless, D.D.S., M.B.A., S.A.
May 27th, 2022
- Phlebotomy and Safety Training in Litchfield, NH
- - Certified Phlebotomy Technician (National Healthcare Association)
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dental Hyginiest
Honest Care Dental
10.2025 - 05.2026
Dental Hygienist
New England Dental Group (Windham/Londonderry Locations)
06.2025 - Current
Dental Assistant and Front Desk Coordinator
Honest Care Dental
07.2021 - 05.2025
Front Desk Coordinator/ Dental Assistant
Pleasant Smiles Dental
09.2020 - 02.2022
Pharmacy Technician
CVS
08.2019 - 05.2021
Shift Supervisor
CVS
05.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of New Hampshire
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene Program
NHTI