Skilled dental hygienist specializing in compassionate patient interactions and effective time management strategies to improve patient comfort and care results.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
DR. DWYER DDS
West Seneca, NY
09.2010 - Current
Managed patient records and updated medical histories.
Used digital radiography for diagnostic imaging.
Maintained a sterile and organized clinical environment.
Developed treatment plans based on diagnosis and discussed with dentist.
Performed scaling and root planing procedures to remove plaque from below the gum line.
Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride, and sealants, to protect patients' teeth from decay.
Dental Hygienist
UNIVERSITY PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
Buffalo, NY
01.2014 - 01.2019
Conducted thorough dental cleanings for pediatric patients.
Educated children and parents on oral hygiene practices.
Assisted dentists and students during examinations and treatments.
Managed patient records and updated medical histories.
Give Kids A Smile Day volunteer
Dental Hygienist
DR. MARIA GIGLIA PIERI DDS
Williamsville, NY
06.2008 - 01.2011
Instructed patients in brushing and flossing techniques to maintain optimal oral health.
Performed periodontal charting to record the condition of patients' gums.
Assessed overall oral health by examining teeth and gums for signs of disease or other irregularities.
Keeping inventory and ordering supplies
Dental Hygienist/Assistant
NORTHWEST BUFFALO COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE CENTER
Buffalo, NY
09.2007 - 04.2008
Conducted dental prophylaxis
Set up and assisted with dental procedures
Filing, scheduling, confirming
Education
Associates Of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Erie Community College
Williamsville, NY
05-2007
Associates Of Applied Science - Dental Laboratory Technology
Erie Community College
Orchard Park, NY
05-2005
Bachelor Of Science - Dental Hygiene
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS
Skills
Eaglesoft
Dentrix
PW Dental
Citrix
CPR Certification
Local Anesthesia & Nitrous Oxide License
Certification
NYS Dental Hygiene License
Anesthesia & Nitrous Oxide Sedation License
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
UNIVERSITY PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
01.2014 - 01.2019
Dental Hygienist
DR. DWYER DDS
09.2010 - Current
Dental Hygienist
DR. MARIA GIGLIA PIERI DDS
06.2008 - 01.2011
Dental Hygienist/Assistant
NORTHWEST BUFFALO COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE CENTER
09.2007 - 04.2008
Associates Of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Erie Community College
Associates Of Applied Science - Dental Laboratory Technology