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Kathryn Makie

Shelby,MI

Summary

Accomplished Dental Hygienist excelling in ultrasonic and hand instrumentation and patient relationship building. Enhanced patient oral health through innovative periodontal maintenance programs. Committed to continuous learning. Passionate Dental Hygienist with 30 years of experience in preventive dental care. Expert at coordinating and carrying out oral care treatments . Patient-focused and quick to build lasting relationships with patients . Skilled in developing patient education programs.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Hygienist

Dr Haag
01.2023 - 06.2024
  • 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.
  • Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
  • Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry best practices and emerging technologies within the field of dental hygiene.
  • Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized home care instructions.
  • Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
  • Applied fluoride treatments to strengthen tooth enamel and prevent cavities in both children and adults.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing gentle care during dental procedures.
  • Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
  • Increased patient trust and comfort, explaining procedures and answering questions with empathy and clarity.
  • Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.

Dental Hygienist

Lavender Dental/Dr Ohlsson
01.2021 - 12.2022

same duties as above

Dental Hygienist

Dr Ohlsson
01.2012 - 02.2020

same duties as above

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI

Skills

  • Ultrasonic instrumentation
  • Oral Cancer Screening
  • Patient relationship building
  • Periodontal maintenance
  • Periodontal evaluation
  • Oral Hygiene Instruction
  • Digital Radiographs
  • Reliability

Timeline

Dental Hygienist

Dr Haag
01.2023 - 06.2024

Dental Hygienist

Lavender Dental/Dr Ohlsson
01.2021 - 12.2022

Dental Hygienist

Dr Ohlsson
01.2012 - 02.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

Ferris State University
Kathryn Makie