Jessica McDonough
Greenwood,MO
Summary
Skilled Dental Hygienist with a robust background in periodontal therapy and digital radiography, honed at Periodontal & Pediatric Dental Specialist. Excelled in the United States Air Force Reserve, demonstrating unparalleled adaptability and patient relationship building. Proven track record of enhancing oral health through advanced techniques and continuous learning.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Periodontal & Pediatric Dental Specialist
2017.07 - Current
- Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
- Utilized advanced digital radiography techniques to capture high-quality images for diagnostic purposes.
- Provided specialized care for pediatric patients, ensuring their comfort during dental visits while fostering healthy habits from an early age.
- Administered topical anesthetics to patients' gums to prepare areas being worked on.
United States Air Force
United States Air Force Reserve
2004.07 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Concorde Career College
Kansas City, MO12.2013
Skills
- Ultrasonic instrumentation
- Periodontal Therapy
- Local anesthesia administration
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Sealant Application
- Patient relationship building
- Periodontal maintenance
- Periodontal evaluation
- Digital Radiographs
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Periodontal & Pediatric Dental Specialist
2017.07 - Current
United States Air Force
United States Air Force Reserve
2004.07 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Concorde Career College
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