Cristina Garza
Brownsville
Summary
Dental professional committed to delivering top-notch oral care and patient education. Skilled in performing detailed dental cleanings, periodontal therapy, advanced preventing care, and fostering strong patient relationships. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability to changing clinical needs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
ABC Family Dental Care
01.2021 - Current
- Provided dental hygiene education and prophylaxis care for children, adults, and elderly adults. Majority of patient care were elderly.
- Completed scaling and root planing followed by continuous periodontal maintenance by recording probing depths, adjusting treatment by patient need, and continuous education to successfully maintain dental health while keeping complete records on medical history.
- Educated patients on dental products based on their specific needs and provided samples.
- Completed continued education courses required to maintain licensure.
- Took responsibility of office inventory and managed an inventory budget.
Front End Support Manager
Lowe’s Home Improvement
01.2016 - 07.2018
- Managed 35 cashiers, 4 facility maintenance employees, and 4 administration employees. Completed scheduling, money handling, product inventory, interviewing, training, and file management.
Assistant General Manager
Gold’s Gym
09.2007 - 08.2015
- Managed 40 employees year-round and a total of 75 during the Summer.
- Completed schedules, facility and equipment maintenance, money handling, product inventory, membership sales, HR duties such as interviewing, hiring, orientation, and payroll.
Education
Associates Degree of Science - Dental Hygiene
Texas State Technical College
Harlingen, Tx08-2021
Criminal Justice
University of Texas at Brownsville
Brownsville, Tx01-2008
Skills
- Leadership
- Customer Service
- Adaptability
- Team Development
- Time Management
- Computer Troubleshooting
- Eaglesoft Software Proficiency
- Ultrasonic and Piezo
- Digital Sensor, Phosphorus Plates, Panoramic
- Scaling and Root Planning Expertise
Certification
- Registered Dental Hygienist - LIC #24734
- CPR Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
ABC Family Dental Care
01.2021 - Current
Front End Support Manager
Lowe’s Home Improvement
01.2016 - 07.2018
Assistant General Manager
Gold’s Gym
09.2007 - 08.2015
Criminal Justice
University of Texas at Brownsville
Associates Degree of Science - Dental Hygiene
Texas State Technical College