Daveri Gutierrez
Gallup
Summary
Compassionate dental hygienist with several years of experience in providing comprehensive oral health care and preventative advice to patients. Possess strong interpersonal skills, focused on 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
13
13
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Sundance Dental Care
Gallup
10.2017 - Current
- Assisted in patient assessments and oral health evaluations.
- Educated patients on proper dental hygiene practices and techniques.
- Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized dental instruments efficiently.
- Administered fluoride treatments and applied sealants to protect teeth.
- Maintained accurate patient records and updated dental charts regularly.
- Collaborated with dentists to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Developed treatment plans based on diagnosis and discussed with dentists.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols and safety standards.
- Studied new and advanced dental hygiene methods and technology by completing continuing education coursework.
- Performed root planing procedures to remove plaque from below the gum line.
- Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
- Assessed overall oral health by examining teeth and gums for signs of disease or other irregularities.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed follow-up care.
- Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
Dental Assistant
Sundance Dental Care
Gallup
09.2012 - 11.2015
- Assisted dentists during procedures to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Prepared and sterilized dental instruments following strict infection control protocols.
- Managed patient records using digital software for efficient data entry and retrieval.
- Collaborated with the dental team to improve patient care processes and office efficiency.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 01.2020 - 12.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Carrington College
Gallup, NM 11.2015 - 07.2017
Gallup High School
Gallup, NMSkills
- Oral health education & instruction
- Infection control & Sterilization protocols
- Periodontal evaluation
- Local anesthesia administration
- Scaling and root planning expertise
- Periodontal therapy
- Digital radiography
- Dentrix software proficiency
- Dental charting & Documentation
- Sealant application
- Nitrous oxide sedation
- Fluoride application
- Patient assessments
- Oral cancer screening
- Tooth whitening
- Prophylaxis
- Coronal polishing
- Curodont placement
- AI technology
- Clinical workflow optimization
- Continuing education & licensing compliance
- CPR/AED certified
References
- Laura Hall, Dental Assistant, 505-409-0311
- Justine Frances, Dental Hygienist, 480-432-8199
- Erica Marquez, Nurse, 505-409-4630
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of New Mexico
01.2020 - 12.2020
Dental Hygienist
Sundance Dental Care
10.2017 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Carrington College
11.2015 - 07.2017
Dental Assistant
Sundance Dental Care
09.2012 - 11.2015
Gallup High School