Gabriela Pinto
West Palm Beach,FL
Summary
Cutting-edge recent graduate Dental Hygienist with latest training and real-world experience. Skilled at dental cleanings and patient education. Well versed in all aspects of dental office operations. Quick to build relationships with patients and successful at working with teammates to achieve patient care goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Registered Dental Hygienist
Gardens Orthodontics
02.2019 - Current
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in [Software].
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
- Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
Certified Orthodontic Assistant
Gardens Orthodontics
02.2019 - Current
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Took x-rays, photographs and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque, and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
- Poured and shaped molds from impressions and trimmed molds in grinder.
Education
Diplomate Orthodontics
Santa Marta University
Colombia02.2011
International Dentist
Santa Maria University
10.2008
Skills
- Fluoride Application
- Local Anesthetics
- Plaque Control
- Digital Radiographs
- Tooth Whitening
- Active Listening
Timeline
Certified Registered Dental Hygienist
Gardens Orthodontics
02.2019 - Current
Certified Orthodontic Assistant
Gardens Orthodontics
02.2019 - Current
Diplomate Orthodontics
Santa Marta University
International Dentist
Santa Maria University
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