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Derek Hernandez

La Verne,CA

Summary

Experienced and patient-focused Registered Dental Hygienist with 10+ years of experience treating individuals with diverse dental concerns. Passionate about providing compassionate care and building relationships with patients to facilitate trust. Active listener with commitment to developing rapport. Offering exceptional patient education skills to promote preventive care.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Michael Min, D.D.S.
01.2018 - Current
  • Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach and positive rapport development.
  • Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in EagleSoft.
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
  • Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
  • Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
  • Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
  • Cared for patients with special needs by providing education related to specific procedures and communicating with caregivers.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Michael Balikyan, D.D.S.
01.2018 - 03.2020

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Fernando Millot, D.D.S.
03.2017 - 11.2017

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Antemio Millot, D.D.S.
03.2015 - 11.2017

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Niloufar Molayem, D.D.S.
05.2015 - 05.2016

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Oscar Esparza, D.D.S.
01.2014 - 01.2016

Education

Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene

San Joaquin Valley College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
09.2013

Skills

  • Visual Examinations
  • Local Anesthetics
  • Root Planing
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Dentrix and Eaglesoft experience
  • Full Mouth Radiographs
  • Patient Education
  • Nitrous Oxide
  • Tooth Whitening
  • Oral Cancer Screening
  • Sealant Application

Certification

  • Registered Dental Hygienist License - #27987
  • CPR Certified
  • Diode Laser Therapy Certification
  • Radiology Certified

Timeline

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Michael Min, D.D.S.
01.2018 - Current

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Michael Balikyan, D.D.S.
01.2018 - 03.2020

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Fernando Millot, D.D.S.
03.2017 - 11.2017

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Niloufar Molayem, D.D.S.
05.2015 - 05.2016

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Antemio Millot, D.D.S.
03.2015 - 11.2017

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Oscar Esparza, D.D.S.
01.2014 - 01.2016

Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene

San Joaquin Valley College
  • Registered Dental Hygienist License - #27987
  • CPR Certified
  • Diode Laser Therapy Certification
  • Radiology Certified
Derek Hernandez