Katie West
Wilmington,NC
Summary
Experienced Dental Hygienist with ten years of expertise in all aspects of treatment, including dental prophylaxis, building a professional rapport and ensuring patients are educated about their oral health. Effective communicator with success in teaching patients and community about oral hygiene and care. Knowledgeable in identifying oral health issues, periodontal disease and oral cancer, in early stages and communicating findings to dentists for further evaluation, diagnosis and treatment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Registered Dental Hygienist
Family Dental Care Of Wilmington
07.2014 - Current
- Provide evidence based dental hygiene treatment to wide ranges of patients
- Learn process of orthodontics (Invisalign and traditional) along with implant procedures
- Design and deliver individualized treatment plans to periodontally involved patients
- Maintained inventory of supplies for hygiene team along with weekly biological monitoring of infection control.
Fill-In Hygienist
Richard Butler & Associates, DDS
07.2014 - Current
- Provide risk assessments and treatment plans based on individual patients
- Perform screenings, prophylaxis, and periodontal maintenance procedures for an average of 8 patients a day.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
Public Service-Registered Dental Hygienist Volunteer
Cape Fear Dental Clinic
01.2010 - 01.2016
- Provided preventative and therapeutic dental treatment to underserved patients
- Worked closely with other dental professionals to provide the highest level of care for my patients
- Educated and empowered patients to take an active role in their oral health.
Education
ASSOCIATES OF APPLIED SCIENCES - Dental Hygiene
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC05.2014
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Biology
UNC-Wilmington
12.2011
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Accountability
- Dexis Radiology Software
- Dentrix Software
- Open Dental Software
- ITero Scanning
- Individualized Patient Care
- 3D Dental Imaging
- Dentrix Software Proficiency
- Dental Disease Management
- OSHA and Infection Control Adherence
- Anesthetic Administration
Timeline
Fill-In Hygienist
Richard Butler & Associates, DDS
07.2014 - Current
Lead Registered Dental Hygienist
Family Dental Care Of Wilmington
07.2014 - Current
Public Service-Registered Dental Hygienist Volunteer
Cape Fear Dental Clinic
01.2010 - 01.2016
ASSOCIATES OF APPLIED SCIENCES - Dental Hygiene
Cape Fear Community College
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Biology
UNC-Wilmington
Similar Profiles
ANDREA SIMPSONANDREA SIMPSON
Dental Assistant II at Smile Starters Wilmington "Wilmington Dental Care"Dental Assistant II at Smile Starters Wilmington "Wilmington Dental Care"
Donial GarciaDonial Garcia
Office Manager at Crystal Family Dental Care/United Dental PartnersOffice Manager at Crystal Family Dental Care/United Dental Partners
Dawn Wingrove LehnertDawn Wingrove Lehnert
Registered Dental Hygienist at Duck Creek Family Dental/Dental Care at the PlexRegistered Dental Hygienist at Duck Creek Family Dental/Dental Care at the Plex
Lauren StrnadLauren Strnad
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade at ESS/ Pender County SchoolsSubstitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade at ESS/ Pender County Schools
Justin C. StassiJustin C. Stassi
Energy Consultant/Inside Sales Representative at National Solar SolutionsEnergy Consultant/Inside Sales Representative at National Solar Solutions