Ingrid Oviedo
Summary
Skilled Dental Hygienist with 21 years of experience in fast-paced, high-volume dental offices. Expert at performing dental examinations, prophylaxis and dental education. Focused on maintaining dental health and preventing disease through patient education. Friendly with patients while working quickly and efficiently to stay on schedule.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Dr Michael K Conley Pediatric Dentist
03.2007 - 08.2022
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene and care to prevent future dental issues.
- Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
- Took and interpreted X-rays to identify cavities, impacted teeth and other dental issues.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
Dental Hygienist
Madison Dental Group PC
09.2002 - 12.2006
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
- Polished patients' teeth to remove surface stains.
- Exposed, developed, and mounted both intraoral and extraoral dental x-rays.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Dental Hygienist
NYU Medical Center
12.1999 - 08.2002
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in [Software].
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Hostos Community College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NY06.1999
Skills
- X-Raying Procedures
- Gum and Tooth Examination
- Visual Examinations
- Sealant Application
- Compassionate and Caring
- X-Ray Exposure
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Periodontal Evaluation
- Root Planing
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Education
Certification
- Certified Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Training -
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Dr Michael K Conley Pediatric Dentist
03.2007 - 08.2022
Dental Hygienist
Madison Dental Group PC
09.2002 - 12.2006
Dental Hygienist
NYU Medical Center
12.1999 - 08.2002
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Hostos Community College of The City University of New York
- Certified Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Training -
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