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Jennifer Midlo

Graham,WA

Summary

Adept Dental Hygienist with a proven track record in periodontal therapy and patient education, honed across esteemed practices. Excelled in implementing advanced infection control and utilizing Dentrix software, enhancing patient care and operational efficiency. Recognized for exceptional teamwork and patient management skills, consistently improving oral health outcomes.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Hygienist

Legacy Dental Arts
09.2009 - 08.2024
  • Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix.
  • Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs with our resident periodontist for patients suffering from gum disease.
  • Implemented effective infection control measures by sterilizing instruments and following strict protocols for cleanliness.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene and nutrition and provided instructions for brushing, flossing and other preventive care.
  • Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
  • Supported office administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and patient reactivation.
  • Collaborated with the dental team to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex conditions.
  • Utilized advanced digital radiography techniques to capture high-quality images for diagnostic purposes.
  • Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
  • Supported doctor in treating patients under oral conscious sedation as well as IV sedation.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Brucker
08.2021 - 04.2023

Worked an assisted hygiene schedule to effectively accommodate 12 to 16 patients a day.

Occasionally was able to place restorative materials for the doctor.

Dental Hygienist

Alamogordo Dental Group
06.1996 - 07.2021

Worked in this wonderful and supportive group practice as a new graduate that promoted learning and mentorship across all departments.

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Darwin Lum
02.2006 - 05.2008

Much the same duties performed in this high quality dental practice.

Dental Hygienist

Regency Dental, Dr. Donna Burton
02.2006 - 05.2008

Able to add laser assisted therapies to my skills while working with Dr. Burton, to include laser bacterial reduction and laser assisted periodontal therapy.

Dental Hygienist

Meridian Dental Care
04.2003 - 04.2005

Worked in this wonderful group practice utilizing all aforementioned skills

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

El Paso Community College
El Paso, TX

Certificate - Admin of Local Anesthesia And Nitrous Oxide

Maricopa Community Colleges, Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZ

Skills

  • Ultrasonic instrumentation
  • Periodontal Therapy
  • Local anesthesia administration
  • Oral Cancer Screening
  • Patient Education
  • Infection Control
  • Patient education and prophylaxis
  • Preventive oral health education
  • Anesthetic Administration
  • Root planning and scaling expertise
  • Dental charting
  • Nutrition counseling
  • Dentrix software proficiency
  • Nitrous Oxide Sedation
  • Patient Management
  • Medical History Review

Timeline

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Brucker
08.2021 - 04.2023

Dental Hygienist

Legacy Dental Arts
09.2009 - 08.2024

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Darwin Lum
02.2006 - 05.2008

Dental Hygienist

Regency Dental, Dr. Donna Burton
02.2006 - 05.2008

Dental Hygienist

Meridian Dental Care
04.2003 - 04.2005

Dental Hygienist

Alamogordo Dental Group
06.1996 - 07.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

El Paso Community College

Certificate - Admin of Local Anesthesia And Nitrous Oxide

Maricopa Community Colleges, Phoenix College
Jennifer Midlo