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Jennifer Bennett

Strongsville,OH

Summary

Passionate Dental Hygienist with 13+ years of experience in preventive dental care. Expert at coordinating and carrying out oral care treatments by providing dental prophylaxis, oral cancer screening and periodontal management. Patient-focused and quick to build lasting relationships with patients and colleagues. Skilled in developing oral health programs and patient education programs.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Elizabeth J. Santo
07.2017 - Current
  • Cleaned patient's teeth to remove biofilm and calculus and prevent tooth decay, periodontal disease, and implant maintenance.
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by completing extraoral and intraoral exams.
  • 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 Dentrix/Dexis.
  • 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.
  • Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
  • Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing, brushing and waterpik.
  • Carried out advanced dental cleaning services such as deep scale and root planing.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Zenia Waked
11.2015 - 08.2017
  • Cleaned patient's teeth to remove biofilm and calculus and prevent tooth decay, periodontal disease, and implant maintenance.
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by completing extraoral and intraoral exams.
  • Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
  • Maintained accurate dental records by documenting intraoral camera and digital radiograph data in Dexis.
  • 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.
  • Captured patients' dental radiographs and intraoral camera to provide to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
  • Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing, brushing and waterpik and other oral irrigations.
  • Carried out advanced dental cleaning services, such as scaling and root planing.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Dental Assistant and Dental Hygienist

Dr. Phillip J. Christensen
01.2004 - 06.2016
  • Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important dental and medical records.
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by completing extraoral and intraoral exams.
  • Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
  • Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
  • Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
  • Exposed, developed, and mounted dental x-rays.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
  • Scheduled appointments, prepared bills and received payment for dental services by completing insurance forms, verifying insurance information, and maintaining records.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Richard R. Torrey
04.2011 - 05.2016
  • Cleaned patient's teeth to remove biofilm and calculus and prevent tooth decay and periodontal disease.
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by completing extraoral and intraoral exams.
  • 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.
  • Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
  • Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing, brushing and waterpik. Also, educated in good nutritional habits
  • Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
  • Exposed, developed, and mounted both intraoral and extraoral dental x-rays.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Interaction with diverse population.

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Duane Mathias
02.2010 - 09.2010
  • Cleaned patient's teeth to remove biofilm and calculus and prevent tooth decay and periodontal disease.
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by completing extraoral and intraoral exams.
  • 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 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.
  • 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.
  • Exposed, developed, and mounted both intraoral and extraoral dental x-rays.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Education

Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene -

Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH
05.2010

High School Diploma -

Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School
Broadview Heights, OH
06.2005

No Degree - Dental Assisting

Cuyahoga Valley Career Center
Brecksville, OH
06.2005

Skills

  • Patient Education
  • Patient Assessments
  • Oral Cancer Screening
  • Electronic Health/Dental Records
  • Dental Disease Management
  • Safety Compliance
  • Sealant/Fluoride Application
  • Periodontal Disease Identification
  • Pain/Sensitivity Control
  • Scaling and Root Planing
  • Preventive Oral Health Education
  • Cleaning and Sanitation
  • Active Listening
  • Rapport Development
  • Compassionate and Caring

Timeline

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Elizabeth J. Santo
07.2017 - Current

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Zenia Waked
11.2015 - 08.2017

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Richard R. Torrey
04.2011 - 05.2016

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Duane Mathias
02.2010 - 09.2010

Dental Assistant and Dental Hygienist

Dr. Phillip J. Christensen
01.2004 - 06.2016

Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene -

Cuyahoga Community College

High School Diploma -

Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School

No Degree - Dental Assisting

Cuyahoga Valley Career Center

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