Grace Donahue
Bear,DE
Summary
Compassionate Dental Hygienist with over two years of clinical experience in diverse dental procedures. Demonstrates flexibility in adapting to changing office and patient needs. Strong communication skills enhance teamwork and patient interactions. Proficient in Patterson Eagle Soft, MEDENT Software, and Dentrix.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Distinctive Dental Service
Westport, CT
12.2022 - 06.2025
- Worked 5 day weeks seeing 8 patients per day.
- Performed Prophylaxis, SRP, Periodontal maintenance and administering local anesthesia.
- Conducted oral health assessments including oral cancer screenings and collaborated with dentists for individual treatment plans.
- Built strong patient relationships through a gentle approach and finding ideas specific for each patient to help aid in their success for better oral hygiene.
Internship Student
University of New Haven Dental Hygiene Clinic
West Haven, CT
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted students in radiology lab, radiographic interpretation, and didactic coursework.
- Held student study groups and worked 1 on 1 with students who needed a more hands on approach.
Dental Hygienist
University of New Haven Dental Clinic
West Haven, CT
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Assisted patients of all ages and performed scaling and root planning, prophylaxis, local anesthesia, and oral hygiene instruction.
- Participated in community outreach programs to promote dental health awareness initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of New Haven
West Haven, CT12.2022
Associate in Science - Dental Hygiene
University of New Haven
West Haven, CT05.2022
Skills
- Dental instruments and sterilization
- Time management
- Health and safety regulations
- Patient care procedures
- Attention to detail
- Dental software proficiency
- Interpersonal communication
Certification
Registered Dental Hygienist, Connecticut, 12/01/22, Present
Registered Dental Hygienist, Pennsylvania 08/12/2025, Present
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Distinctive Dental Service
12.2022 - 06.2025
Internship Student
University of New Haven Dental Hygiene Clinic
09.2022 - 12.2022
Dental Hygienist
University of New Haven Dental Clinic
09.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of New Haven
Associate in Science - Dental Hygiene
University of New Haven
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