Julie Kunkel
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Conscientious professional in dental hygiene, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient education, periodontal therapy, and digital radiography. Excel in communication, empathy, and time management to enhance patient comfort and care outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Designs In Dentistry
Edmond, OK
11.2015 - Current
- Performs 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.
- Administered local anesthetics prior to dental treatments when necessary.
- Performs therapeutic use of laser treatment
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Lee Centracco
Oklahoma City, OK
06.2013 - 11.2015
- Cleaned and polished removable appliances such as dentures and orthodontic retainers.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care planning.
- Applied fluoride treatments to protect teeth against cavities.
Dental Hygienist
Periodontal and Implant Center
Mesa, Arizona
06.2004 - 05.2013
- Performed periodontal charting to record the condition of patients' gums.
- Performed full mouth scaling and root planning.
- Oral health education such as nutrition and techniques of brushing and flossing. As well as discussing the affects of periodontal disease and how to maintain the disease with proper recall maintenance.
- Assessed overall oral health by examining teeth and gums for signs of disease or other irregularities with an oral cancer screening.
- Administered local anesthetics prior to dental treatments when necessary.
- Administered nitrous oxide when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences of Dental Hygiene
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
Oklahoma City, OK05-2004
Skills
- Dentrix software proficiency
- Nomad proficiency
- 3D scan
- Therapeutic laser therapy
- Learning itero for malocclusion and Invisalign treatments
- Patient safety proficiency and HIPPA compliance
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Designs In Dentistry
11.2015 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Lee Centracco
06.2013 - 11.2015
Dental Hygienist
Periodontal and Implant Center
06.2004 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences of Dental Hygiene
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center