DEBORAH HELLER RDH
Stuart,FL
Summary
Patient-oriented Dental Hygienist offering 20 years of experience in high-volume dental offices. Expertise in screening patients for cancer and oral diseases, identifying gum disease, performing prophylaxis and soft tissue management protocols and providing education on oral hygiene and health. Talented at working with diverse personality types to provide an upbeat work environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist - Per Diem
Stellar Dental Temp Services
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in open and eaglesoft.
- Able to provide last minute employment relief without incident and very happy patients.
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
Dental Hygienist
Icon Dental Center
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing, brushing and using a Waterpik with an antimicrobial rinse, and hydrogen peroxide.
- Assisted dentist with various treatments, ensuring efficient completion of procedures and optimal patient comfort.
- Provided specialized care for pediatric patients, ensuring their comfort during dental visits while fostering healthy habits from an early age.
- Utilized advanced digital radiography techniques to capture high-quality images for diagnostic purposes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
SUNY At Farmingdale
Farmingdale, NY05.2002
Associate of Science - Math And Science
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY08.2000
Skills
- Ultrasonic instrumentation
- Periodontal Therapy
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Local anesthesia administration
- Periodontal maintenance
- Digital Radiographs
- Patient education and counseling
- Dentrix, Eaglesoft and Open Dental Software proficiency
- Electronic Health Records, charting, treatment planning, future appointment setting
- Medical billing and coding
Certification
CPR and BLS Certification
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Dental Hygienist - Per Diem
Stellar Dental Temp Services
08.2022 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Icon Dental Center
08.2022 - 06.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
SUNY At Farmingdale
Associate of Science - Math And Science
Nassau Community College
CPR and BLS Certification
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