Kathryn Prewitt

• Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach and positive rapport development.
• Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix.
• Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
• Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
• Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
• Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing, brushing and gingival irrigation
• Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
• Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
• Cared for patients with special needs by providing education related to specific procedures and communicating with caregivers.
• Coordinated hygiene inventory management by tracking supplies, placing orders and verifying receipt of items.
• Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
• Made and confirmed appointments to promote necessary follow-up care to maintain dental health.
• Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
• Polished patients' teeth to remove surface stains.
• Educated patients on oral hygiene and care to prevent future dental issues.
• Administered topical anesthetics to patients' gums to prepare areas being worked on.

I worked at multiple dental offices as needed as a Registered Dental Hygienist.

I worked at multiple dental offices as needed as a Registered dental hygienist