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Jenna Solheim

Independence,Oregon

Summary

Skilled Dental Hygienist with over 5 years of experience in fast-paced, high-volume dental office. Expert at fostering collaborative relationships with dentist and dental team, performing prophylaxis, and scaling and root planing for treatment of periodontal disease. Focused on maintaining dental health and preventing disease through patient education. Friendly with patients while working quickly and efficiently to stay on schedule.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Dental Hygienist

Shoreview Dental LLC
09.2020 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with patients, earning trust through compassionate care and consistent follow-up on treatment progress.
  • Contributed to practice growth by consistently delivering high-quality care that led to increased patient referrals.
  • Conducted oral cancer screenings, identifying potential issues early and referring patients for further evaluation as needed.
  • Managed inventory of dental supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels and minimizing waste through efficient ordering processes.
  • Promoted a positive workplace culture by fostering open communication among team members and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Collaborated with dentists to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Mentored junior hygienists, sharing best practices and providing constructive feedback to improve their skills.
  • Provided expert support in complex cases requiring advanced periodontal treatments or specialized interventions.
  • Educated patients on preventative dental care techniques, empowering them to maintain optimal oral health between visits.
  • Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix.
  • Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene Studies

Pacific University
Hillsboro, OR
12-2018

Skills

  • Dental prophylaxis and SRP expertise
  • Local anesthesia administration
  • Treatment Planning
  • Instrument sterilization
  • Sealant application
  • Digital radiography
  • Oral cancer screening
  • Patient education
  • Dentrix software proficiency
  • Infection control
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - American Heart Association.
  • Expanded Function Dental Hygiene License - Oregon Board of Dentistry.
  • Local Anesthesia Certification - Oregon Board of Dentistry.

Timeline

Lead Dental Hygienist

Shoreview Dental LLC
09.2020 - Current
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - American Heart Association.
  • Expanded Function Dental Hygiene License - Oregon Board of Dentistry.
  • Local Anesthesia Certification - Oregon Board of Dentistry.

Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene Studies

Pacific University
Jenna Solheim