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Cora L. Rocha

Little Compton,RI

Summary

Motivated and patient-focused Registered Dental Hygienist with 20+ years of experience treating individuals with diverse dental concerns. Passionate about providing compassionate care and building relationships with patients to facilitate trust. Dedicated to working with dentist to coordinate restorative treatment plans in the best interest of the patients. Offering exceptional patient education skills to promote preventive care.

Overview

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1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Dental Hygienist

Island Dental Health
10.2025 - Current
  • Performed comprehensive dental cleanings and assessments to ensure optimal patient oral health.
  • Assisted in the management of patient records using digital charting systems for improved accuracy and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with dentists to develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and clinical findings.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Proficient in Curve dental software
  • Administered local anesthesia as needed for dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort throughout the process.
  • Contributed to practice growth by delivering excellent customer service, resulting in increased patient retention rates.
  • Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.

Public Health Dental Hygienist

owner, CoastalSmilesLLC
03.2023 - Current

Performed dental screenings for Tiverton, RI school aged children at Ranger, Pocasset, Fort Barton, Tiverton Middle and Tiverton High School, to date

Registered Dental Hygienist

Oceanside Family Dentistry
11.2006 - 10.2025
  • Perform thorough dental cleanings, including scaling, root planing, and polishing to promote optimal oral health and prevent periodontal disease
  • Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, including brushing, flossing, and dietary choices to maintain healthy teeth and gums
  • Conduct dental assessments and screenings to identify signs of cavities, gum disease, oral cancer, bruxism and other dental issues, including airway dysfunction
  • Take dental X-rays and impressions as needed to assist the dentist in diagnosing and treating various dental conditions
  • Maintain detailed patient records, including updating medical histories
  • Proficient in Eaglesoft and Dexis software
  • Intra Oral Camera use for patient compliance in treament
  • Performed in-office whitening treaments

Education

Public Health Dental Hygienist certification - Public Health Dental Hygiene

Community College of Rhode Island
Lincoln
10-2022

Associates Degree, Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
Green Bay, WI
05-2006

Skills

  • Local anesthesia administration
  • Ultrasonic scaling
  • Digital radiographs
  • Oral cancer screening
  • Periodontal therapy
  • Tooth whitening

Affiliations

American Dental Hygienist Association

Rhode Island Dental Hygienist Association

Rhode Island Public Health Association

Certification

BLS/CPR American Heart Association 2026

OSHA training Compliance Training Partners 2026

License to administer local anesthesia RI Dept of Health September 2006

Timeline

Registered Dental Hygienist

Island Dental Health
10.2025 - Current

Public Health Dental Hygienist

owner, CoastalSmilesLLC
03.2023 - Current

Registered Dental Hygienist

Oceanside Family Dentistry
11.2006 - 10.2025

Public Health Dental Hygienist certification - Public Health Dental Hygiene

Community College of Rhode Island

Associates Degree, Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
Cora L. Rocha