Kerenne Dorillas
Naples,FL
Summary
Compassionate Dental Hygienist with background in preventive care and patient education. Offer expertise in periodontal disease management, radiography, and dental prophylaxis. Known for building rapport with patients, providing personalized oral hygiene strategies, and contributing to overall team success in past roles. Committed to making positive impact on patients' oral health through thorough cleanings and education.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Dental work at Quincy
Gadsden, FL
11.2023 - 04.2026
- Conducted thorough dental cleanings and oral assessments for diverse patient demographics.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care strategies.
- Assisted dentists during procedures by preparing instruments and maintaining sterile environments.
- Documented patient treatment plans and clinical notes in electronic health record systems.
- Collaborated with dental team to ensure seamless patient care and appointment scheduling.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe clinic environment for patients.
- Provided compassionate support to anxious patients, enhancing their comfort during visits.
- Participated in continuous education to stay updated on dental hygiene best practices.
- Developed treatment plans based on diagnosis and discussed with dentists.
- Performed root planing procedures to remove plaque from below the gum line.
- Instructed patients in brushing and flossing techniques to maintain optimal oral health.
- 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.
- Performed periodontal charting to record the condition of patients' gums.
- Assessed overall oral health by examining teeth and gums for signs of disease or other irregularities.
- Administered local anesthetics prior to dental treatments when necessary.
- Counseled patients on smoking cessation strategies for improved oral health outcomes.
- Recognized warning signs of serious conditions such as cancer or diabetes through clinical observations.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed follow-up care.
- Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee, FL 08.2020 - 04.2022
Lely High School
Naples, FLSkills
- digital charting
- root planing
- infection control
- cavity prevention
- patient education
- dental imaging
- treatment planning
- patient counseling
- oral health assessment
- team collaboration
- Tooth whitening
- Sealant application
- Nutrition counseling
- Oral cancer screening
- Ultrasonic instrumentation
- Anesthetic administration
- Patient relationship building
- Sedation administration
- Fluoride treatments
- Periodontal therapy
- Periodontal maintenance
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Medical history review
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Prophylaxis
- Preventive oral health education
- Periodontal evaluation
- Digital radiography
- Stain removal
- Fluoride application
- Periodontal treatment
- Local anesthesia administration
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Dentrix software proficiency
- First aid and CPR
- Examine gums
- Patient comfort management
- Arresting placement
Languages
English/ Creole/ French
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
Local anesthesia administration
Dental Radiography
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Dental work at Quincy
11.2023 - 04.2026
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Tallahassee Community College
08.2020 - 04.2022
Lely High School