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Erica M Fowler

Summary

Registered Dental Hygienist specializing in providing optimal patient care with over 23 years of dental experience. High proficiency of modern dental practices, and soft tissue management with strong interpersonal communication skills. Expert at presenting treatment plans and high percentage of case acceptance.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Harris L. Rittenberg, DDS
08.2008 - 12.2023
  • 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 Dentrix.
  • Prophylaxis and Periodontal Therapy Specialist.
  • Rachael Wall, Inspired Hygiene formally trained.
  • 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.
  • Intraoral Photos and Dental Radiology.

Registered Dental Hygienist

E. Gaines Thomas, DMD Pediatric Dentistry
01.2008 - 07.2008
  • 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.
  • Pediatric and Special Needs Hygienist.

Certified Dental Assistant

Dr. Elizabeth A. Hill, DDS, PA
06.2001 - 08.2004
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.

Education

Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene

Santa Fe College
Gainesville, Florida
04.2004

Associate of Science - Certified Dental Assistant, Expanded Function

Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, Florida
06.2001

Skills

  • Preventive Oral Health Education
  • Patient Relations
  • Stain Removal
  • Treatment Planning
  • OSHA and Infection Control Adherence
  • Intra-Oral Camera Operations
  • Dental Charting
  • Dental Radiography
  • Oral Cancer Screening
  • Preventive Dentistry
  • Dental Prophylaxis
  • Oraqix Anesthetic Expertise
  • Supply Management

Timeline

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Harris L. Rittenberg, DDS
08.2008 - 12.2023

Registered Dental Hygienist

E. Gaines Thomas, DMD Pediatric Dentistry
01.2008 - 07.2008

Certified Dental Assistant

Dr. Elizabeth A. Hill, DDS, PA
06.2001 - 08.2004

Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene

Santa Fe College

Associate of Science - Certified Dental Assistant, Expanded Function

Palm Beach State College
Erica M Fowler