Citlali Avila Avalos
Santa Barbara,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Registered Dental Hygienist with a strong clinical foundation from the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, Class of 2025. Committed to delivering comprehensive oral healthcare and enhancing periodontal health for overall well-being. Focused on providing personalized, compassionate patient care in a welcoming environment while pursuing continuous professional development. Dedicated to ensuring a stress-free and enjoyable experience for each patient, with a passion for advancing skills in dentistry.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice President, Dental Hygiene Class of 2025
University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
09.2024 - Current
- Exhibited leadership and advocacy within dental hygiene class
Student Dental Hygienist
University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Educated patients and families on prevention of oral diseases.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments in collaboration with dental hygiene faculty.
- Delivered prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, and periodontal maintenance services.
- Administered local anesthesia and nitrous oxide for patient comfort.
- Applied sealants, topical fluoride, and performed digital radiographs as necessary.
Childcare Provider
Childcare Provider
Santa Barbara, CA
01.2013 - 12.2021
- Supervised children during after-school activities, ensuring safety and engagement.
- Assisted children with homework and tutoring to enhance learning outcomes.
- Engaged children in age-appropriate activities to promote development and enjoyment.
- Communicated effectively with parents and children to provide updates and address concerns.
- Managed multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining high standards of care.
- Demonstrated reliability and responsibility in nurturing children's well-being.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
San Francisco, CA06.2025
Prerequisites for Bachelors of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of the Pacific
Stockton, CA12.2023
Skills
- Patient management and assessment
- Active listening
- Team leadership and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Multi-tasking and adaptability
- Critical thinking and decision making
- Relationship building
- Clinical expertise in oral hygiene education
- Digital radiography interpretation
- Prophylaxis and scaling techniques
- Ultrasonic device operation and hand scaling
- Coronal polishing and air polishing
- Dental sealant application
- Local anesthesia administration
- Soft tissue curettage techniques
- Tobacco cessation counseling and nutritional guidance
- Whitening tray fabrication using iTero scanner
- Computer proficiency with Axium software
- Preventive care strategies
- Oral health education
Certification
- RDH Licensing, Pending
- CPR/AED, Current
Languages
- Fluent English
- Fluent Spanish
Credentials
BSDH, RDH
Leadership Experience
Vice President, Dental Hygiene Class of 2025
09/24/24 - PRESENT
Demonstrated leadership and advocacy for my dental hygiene class
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Vice President, Dental Hygiene Class of 2025
University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
09.2024 - Current
Student Dental Hygienist
University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
01.2024 - 04.2025
Childcare Provider
Childcare Provider
01.2013 - 12.2021
Bachelors of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
Prerequisites for Bachelors of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of the Pacific
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