Cynthia Pierce
Myrtle Beach,SC
Summary
Skilled dental hygienist with proven experience in providing comprehensive oral health care and preventative advice to patients. Possess strong interpersonal skills, adept at creating comfortable environment for patients while efficiently conducting dental cleanings, X-rays, and assisting in dental procedures. Demonstrated ability to improve patient oral hygiene through tailored education and treatment plans. Committed to staying updated with latest dental technologies and practices to enhance patient care and clinic operations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Pournaras Cosmetic Dentistry
Myrtle Beach, SC
11.2023 - 04.2025
- Reviewed patient charts before providing care in order to ensure accuracy of information.
- Cleaned and polished removable dentures, brackets, wires
- Applied fluorides, desensitizing agents, topical anesthetics, cavity varnishes to teeth surfaces as needed.
- Developed positive relationships with patients through effective communication techniques.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to advances in the field of dentistry.
- Customized dental prophylactic treatment to meet individual patients' needs.
- Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
- Collaborated with dentists in developing individualized treatment plans for each patient's needs.
- Educated patients about proper oral health care, including diet, brushing, flossing, and the use of fluoride.
- Removed deposits from teeth by scaling and root planing with hand or ultrasonic instruments.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed follow-up care.
- Performed periodontal charting and took intraoral radiographs.
- Examined gums for signs of disease using probes and other instruments.
- Answered questions from patients concerning their dental needs or concerns.
- Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
Adjunct Dental Hygiene Instructor
Horry Georgetown Technical College
Myrtle Beach, SC
08.2018 - 10.2023
- Instructed students in clinical, laboratory, and didactic settings to ensure competency in all areas of dental hygiene.
- Assessed student performance through written examinations, quizzes, lab assignments and clinical evaluations.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay abreast of new developments in the profession.
- Maintained up-to-date records of student grades and attendance.
- Prepared for classes by reviewing curriculum, lab stations and power points for completeness.
- Provided individualized instruction to help students reach their full potential.
- Educated students on administrative and patient care requirements as well as key protections and safety protocols.
- Used individualized instruction techniques to educate students on patient observation, assessment, decision-making and health teaching.
- Initiated new learning methods to ensure total student comprehension while maximizing learning time.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings regarding new policies or procedures related to patient treatment protocols.
- Held clinical simulation projects and provided each student with individual feedback.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Pournaras Cosmetic Dentistry
Myrtle Beach, SC
08.2007 - 01.2019
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Conway, SCBachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PASkills
- Patient assessment
- Dental instruments
- X-ray imaging
- Preventive care
- Infection control
- Patient education
- Record management
- Team collaboration
- Treatment planning
- Time management
- Detail orientation
- Effective communication
- Gum disease identification
- Oral impressions
- CPR certification
- Local anesthesia administration
- Patient relationship building
- Periodontal treatment
- Reliability
- Periodontal evaluation
- Oral pathology
- Nitrous oxide sedation
- Special needs patients
- Professionalism
- Oraqix anesthetic expertise
- Electronic health records
- Ultrasonic instrumentation
- Medical history documentation
- Dental terminology
- Dental instrument sterilization
- Patient scheduling
Certification
- Administration of local anesthesia
- Administration of nitrous oxide
- CPR certified
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Pournaras Cosmetic Dentistry
11.2023 - 04.2025
Adjunct Dental Hygiene Instructor
Horry Georgetown Technical College
08.2018 - 10.2023
Registered Dental Hygienist
Pournaras Cosmetic Dentistry
08.2007 - 01.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
Pennsylvania College of Technology
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