Galina Panova
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Professional dental care provider with significant experience in oral health maintenance and patient education. Adept at performing thorough cleanings, periodontal therapy, and advanced preventative care. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Reliable, skilled in using dental technology, and valued for excellent interpersonal communication.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Century Medical & Dental Center
05.2008 - Current
- Manage patient records with accuracy, maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Assess periodontal status of patients using probing techniques, identifying areas requiring further attention or treatment planning modifications.
- Perform dental radiographs for accurate diagnosis and planning of treatments.
- Utilize ultrasonic scaling device along with hand scalers to efficiently remove plaque and calculus buildup from teeth surfaces.
- Apply fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Implement infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff.
- Collaborate with dental team members to provide comprehensive care for patients, enhancing overall experience.
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques for optimal dental health and prevention of future issues.
- Administer local anesthesia as needed for dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort throughout the process.
- Screen patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by providing extra and intra oral examination
- Develop individualized treatment plans to address specific patient needs and concerns.
- Consult patients on nutritional choices impacting their oral health while developing customized dietary recommendations based on individual needs.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Newport Centre Dental
03.1998 - 10.2014
- Managed patient records with accuracy, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.
- Performed dental radiographs for accurate diagnosis and planning of treatments.
- Assessed periodontal status of patients using probing techniques, identifying areas requiring further attention or treatment planning modifications.
- 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.
- Applied preventive materials such as fluoride varnishes or sealants to protect teeth from decay or sensitivity issues.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer during routine examinations, promoting early detection and intervention when necessary.
- Participated in community outreach events promoting oral health awareness and offering free dental screenings to underserved populations.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
NYU College of Dentistry
New York, NYBachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
SUNY, Farmingdale
Farmingdale, NY05-2025
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Dental radiography
- Local anesthesia administration
- Oral cancer screening
- Dental prophylaxis
- Periodontal assessment
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Sealant application
- Fluoride treatment
- Nitrous oxide sedation
- Special needs patients
- Tooth whitening
- Patient education and counseling
Languages
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Century Medical & Dental Center
05.2008 - Current
Registered Dental Hygienist
Newport Centre Dental
03.1998 - 10.2014
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
NYU College of Dentistry
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
SUNY, Farmingdale
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