Hollye Dotson
Children's Dental Center
Memphis,USA
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Certification
19
years of professional experience
Dedicated Dental Hygienist with experience providing high-quality dental care services. Proven ability to perform digital x-rays, scaling, and ultrasonic cleaning. Adept at educating patients on the importance of oral hygiene and nutrition.
Work History
Dental Hygienist
2 Years 1 Month- Provided comprehensive patient education on oral hygiene practices and periodontal care.
- Performed routine dental cleanings, including scaling and polishing procedures.
- Assessed patients' oral health and recorded findings in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with dentists to develop personalized treatment plans for patients.
- Enhanced patient comfort through effective communication and empathetic care techniques.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized home care instructions.
Dental Hygienist
2 Years 1 Month- Educated patients on oral care needs and treatment options, recommending at-home products to enhance oral health.
- Communicated patient diagnosis and treatment options to dentists for collaborative care.
- Removed plaque and tartar from teeth, performing periodontal debridement and root planing.
- Developed patient education plans to improve oral health care habits.
- Communicated effectively with dentists regarding patient diagnosis and treatment options.
- Recorded and analyzed x-ray images to determine severity of tooth decay or disease.
- Developed and implemented patient education plans to promote better oral health care habits.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to appointments ensuring accuracy of data entered into system.
- Updated patient history after each visit, highlighting important information for dentist review.
Office Manager/ Dental Hygienist
3 Years- Managed day-to-day operations of the office, such as ordering supplies, maintaining equipment and managing calendars.
- Responded to customer inquiries via phone or email, ensuring timely and professional communication.
- Purchased office supplies and equipment to replenish inventory.
- Created and maintained filing systems to ensure accurate record keeping.
- Maintained confidential records relating to personnel matters.
- Provided quality customer service to staff and customers, fostering a positive office environment.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints with timeliness and professionalism.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to maintain adequate supply for office operations.
Dental Hygienist
5 Years 3 Months- Educated patients on oral care needs and treatment options, enhancing their understanding and promoting effective at-home care.
- Collaborated with dentists to discuss patient diagnoses and treatment options, ensuring cohesive patient care.
- Assessed areas of existing restorations and identified potential decay sites, providing detailed findings to support dentist decision-making.
Dental Hygienist
2 Years 7 Months- Educated patients on oral care needs and treatment options, enhancing at-home care through personalized product recommendations.
- Collaborated with dentists to discuss patient diagnosis and treatment options, ensuring comprehensive care.
- Identified areas of existing restorations and potential decay sites, documenting findings for dentist evaluations.
- Communicated effectively with dentists regarding patient diagnosis and treatment options.
- Administered local anesthetics to patients prior to dental procedures to ensure comfort.
Dental Assistant
1 Year- Assisted dentists in delivering quality dental care by taking and developing x-rays, charting teeth, preparing materials, and maintaining clean instruments.
- Executed chairside duties, including suctioning, handing instruments, mixing materials, and applying topical anesthetics to support patient comfort.
- Sterilized and disinfected instruments and treatment rooms.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills by greeting patients warmly and responding quickly to their needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Dental
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Allied Health
Certification
Local Anesthesia and Nitrous
Extra Skills
Strong communication skills
- Active listening
- Problem-solving
- Conflict resolution
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Professional and friendly attitude
- Cash handling and POS systems
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational skills
- Dependability and punctuality
- Ability to build positive customer relationships
- Product knowledge and upselling
- Handling customer questions and complaints
- Maintaining a clean and organized work environment
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
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Children's Dental Center
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Southwest Tennessee Community College
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University of Tennessee
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