ERICA FRY
St Petersburg,FL
Summary
Motivated and patient-focused dental hygienist with 20 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
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
St Petersburg Dental Center
04.2004 - Current
- Managed patient records with accuracy, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Performed dental radiographs for accurate diagnosis and planning of treatments.
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Provided exceptional patient care by establishing rapport and addressing anxieties or concerns.
- Assessed periodontal status of patients using probing techniques, identifying areas requiring further attention or treatment planning modifications.
- Contributed to practice growth by delivering excellent customer service, resulting in increased patient retention rates.
- Utilized ultrasonic scaling devices to efficiently remove plaque and calculus buildup from teeth surfaces.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through participation in continuing education courses, staying current with industry advancements.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Open dental.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Improved patient oral health by providing thorough dental cleanings and assessments.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer during routine examinations, promoting early detection and intervention when necessary.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques for optimal dental health and prevention of future issues.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
St Petersburg College
St Petersburg, FL04.2004
Associate of Arts -
St Petersburg College
St Petersburg, Fl05.2002
Skills
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Periodontal Assessment
- Open Dental software proficiency
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Ultrasonic Scaling
- Digital Radiographs
- Sealant Application
- Periodontal Therapy
- Medical History Review
- Dental Prophylaxis
- Dental charting
- Dental disease management
- Medical History Documentation
- Fluoride Treatment
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
St Petersburg Dental Center
04.2004 - Current
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
St Petersburg College
Associate of Arts -
St Petersburg College
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