Kacey Ogden
Floyds Knobs,IN
Summary
Experienced dental hygienist, committed to delivering strong patient education and bringing oral systemic awareness to every patient I interact with. I enjoy communicating with patients so I can understand which way of communication speaks to them, so I can better help them. I am detail-oriented and always willing to work with a team-first attitude to create the best work environment for myself, the patient, and co-workers.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Kirchner Dental
New Albany, Indiana
04.2024 - Current
- Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
- Took medical and dental history and recorded vital signs of patients.
- Removed plaque and tartar from teeth using hand and mechanical scaler tools for general prophylaxis as well as periodontal treatments.
- Exposed dental diagnostic x-rays.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed follow-up care.
- Customized prophylactic treatment to individual patients' needs.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Examined gums manually and visually to determine periodontal disease and screen for oral cancer.
- Use laser treatments for additional periodontal benefit
Registered Dental Hygienist
Mortenson Family Dental
Corydon, Indiana
03.2023 - 07.2024
- Customized dental prophylactic treatment to meet individual patients' needs.
- Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.
- Studied new and advanced dental hygiene methods and technology by completing continuing education coursework.
- Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride, and sealants, to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. Cherie Sedwick
Georgetown , IN
11.2013 - 03.2023
- Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.
- Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
- Examined gums manually and visually to determine periodontal disease and screen for oral cancer.
- Accurately collected and recorded patient medical and dental histories.
- Cleaned and polished removable dentures, brackets, wires and other appliances.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. Wilson Stemm
New Albany, Indiana
07.2013 - 01.2020
- Managed dental records and entered information into system, keeping important patient information on file.
- Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.
- Studied new and advanced dental hygiene methods and technology by completing continuing education coursework.
- Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
- Examined gums manually and visually to determine periodontal disease and screen for oral cancer.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY05-2013
Skills
- Preventive oral health education
- Laser treatments
- Dental radiography
- Intraoral imaging
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Periodontal treatment
- Dental instrument sterilization
- Dental health promotion
- Nutrition counseling
- Anesthetic administration
- Patient relationship building
- Treatment planning and execution
- Tobacco cessation
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Kirchner Dental
04.2024 - Current
Registered Dental Hygienist
Mortenson Family Dental
03.2023 - 07.2024
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. Cherie Sedwick
11.2013 - 03.2023
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. Wilson Stemm
07.2013 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of Louisville