Karen Russell
Bradenton,FL
Summary
Dental health professional prepared to bring comprehensive understanding of oral care and patient management to role. Proven ability to perform thorough cleanings and educate patients on maintaining oral hygiene. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability to meet clinic needs, showcasing skills in periodontal therapy and patient communication.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist CRDH
Bayview Dental
05.2022 - Current
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Implemented effective infection control measures by sterilizing instruments and following strict protocols for cleanliness.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix Asend.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Delivered oral cancer screenings as part of routine check-ups, contributing to early detection efforts.
Dental Hygienist CRDH
Dr Marcano DDS
04.2018 - 05.2022
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Implemented effective infection control measures by sterilizing instruments and following strict protocols for cleanliness.
Dental Hygienist CRDH
Heartland Dental
12.2015 - 03.2018
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Supported office administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling insurance billing inquiries when needed.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Implemented effective infection control measures by sterilizing instruments and following strict protocols for cleanliness.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
Dental Hygienist RDH
Drs Sexton & Carner
05.2003 - 12.2015
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Supported office administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling insurance billing inquiries when needed.
- Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized home care instructions.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
Education
Anesthetic Certification -
State College of Florida
St Petersburg FL01-2016
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Owens Community College
Perrysburg, OH05-2003
Skills
- Ultrasonic instrumentation
- Periodontal Therapy
- Local anesthesia administration
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Digital Radiographs
- Treatment Planning
- Patient education and prophylaxis
- Fluoride Treatments
- Dental charting
- Nutrition counseling
- Dentrix / Dentrix Asend software proficiency
- Eagalsoft
- Open Dental
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - American Heart Association.
- Nitrous Oxide Sedation Certification - Ohio Board of Dentistry.
- HIPAA Compliance Training Certificate- U.S Department of Health & Human Services.
- Local Anesthesia Certification - Florida Board of Dentistry.
- Infection Control Certificate – Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Timeline
Dental Hygienist CRDH
Bayview Dental
05.2022 - Current
Dental Hygienist CRDH
Dr Marcano DDS
04.2018 - 05.2022
Dental Hygienist CRDH
Heartland Dental
12.2015 - 03.2018
Dental Hygienist RDH
Drs Sexton & Carner
05.2003 - 12.2015
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - American Heart Association.
- Nitrous Oxide Sedation Certification - Ohio Board of Dentistry.
- HIPAA Compliance Training Certificate- U.S Department of Health & Human Services.
- Local Anesthesia Certification - Florida Board of Dentistry.
- Infection Control Certificate – Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Anesthetic Certification -
State College of Florida
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Owens Community College
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