Jennifer Foster
Conway,AR
Summary
Compassionate Dental Hygienist known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient education, preventive care management, and digital radiography. Committed to communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring patient comfort and effectiveness of treatments as well as building patient rapport.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Matt Fulmer
Conway, AR
06.2014 - Current
- Counseled patients on smoking cessation strategies for improved oral health outcomes.
- Performed root planing procedures to remove plaque from below the gum line.
- Recognized warning signs of serious conditions such as cancer or diabetes through clinical observations.
- Instructed patients in brushing and flossing techniques to maintain optimal oral health.
- Assessed overall oral health by examining teeth and gums for signs of disease or other irregularities.
- Provided patient education on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive dental care.
- Administered local anesthetics prior to dental treatments when necessary.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care planning.
- Developed treatment plans based on diagnosis and discussed with dentists.
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatment plans using electronic medical records software.
- Customized dental prophylactic treatment to meet individual patients' needs.
- Examined gums manually and visually to determine periodontal disease and screen for oral cancer.
- Managed dental records and entered information into system, keeping important patient information on file.
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Blaine Leeds Dds
Clarksville, AR
06.2006 - 01.2011
- Counseled patients on smoking cessation strategies for improved oral health outcomes.
- Performed root planing procedures to remove plaque from below the gum line.
- Recognized warning signs of serious conditions such as cancer or diabetes through clinical observations.
- Instructed patients in brushing and flossing techniques to maintain optimal oral health.
- Assessed overall oral health by examining teeth and gums for signs of disease or other irregularities.
- Provided patient education on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive dental care.
- Administered local anesthetics prior to dental treatments when necessary.
- Developed treatment plans based on diagnosis and discussed with dentists.
- Sterilized dental instruments before each procedure according to infection control protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatment plans using electronic medical records software.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed follow-up care.
- Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
University of Arkansas Fort Smith
Fort Smith, AR05-2006
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR05-2001
Skills
- Patient education
- Root planing
- Oral cancer screening
- Local anesthetics administration
- Electronic health records
- Treatment planning
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Patient relationship building
- Patient management
- Nitrous oxide sedation
- Patient communication
- Adaptability
- Evidence-based practice
- CPR certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Matt Fulmer
06.2014 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Blaine Leeds Dds
06.2006 - 01.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
University of Arkansas Fort Smith
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Central Arkansas
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