Helene Habtu
Boynton Beach,FL
Summary
Enthusiastic dental hygienist with 9 years experience in routine, pediatric and periodontal treatment and education. Strong interpersonal communication skills which allow me to maintain personal and professional relationships with both patients and staff. Adaptive to new challenges, schedule changes, and office procedures.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Heartland Dental
Columbus, OH
11.2016 - 05.2024
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, radiographs and periodontal charting to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Supported office administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments when needed.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry best practices and emerging technologies within the field of dental hygiene.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
- Applied fluoride treatments and sealants to strengthen tooth enamel and prevent cavities in both children and adults.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
Education
Dental Hygiene - Dental Hygiene
Oxford College of Business And Technology
Toronto Ontario 07.2015
Skills
Patient Comfort
Flexible and adaptive
Team player
Time management
Multi tasking
Dental hygiene/ Periodontal procedures
Certification
Nitrous Oxide Administration and Monitoring
Local Anesthetic
Boost Whitening provider
CPR
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Heartland Dental
11.2016 - 05.2024
Dental Hygiene - Dental Hygiene
Oxford College of Business And Technology