Kristen Pearson
Liberty Hill,TX
Work Preference
Summary
Detail-oriented Dental Hygienist with over 20 years experience in providing high quality care while also recognized for strong organizational skills and multitasking abilities. Expertise in clinical coordination and patient education, contributing to improved practice efficiency and patient satisfaction. Proven track record in streamlining office processes, managing patient flow and maintaining a positive environment for families as well as fellow team members.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Bunch Pediatric Dentistry
Liberty Hill, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Perform thorough dental cleanings and preventative care for pediatric patients
- Educate children and parents on importance of good oral care and maintaining regular visits
- Improve patient comfort by utilizing child-friendly terminology and techniques
- Identifying patient behavior management quickly to enhance the best experience for each child
- Apply pit and fissure sealants
- Assist in treatment planning and recommendations
- Assist with front office and administrative work including but not limited to answering the phones, scheduling appointments, explaining procedures to parents
- Ordering and inventory of all clinical supplies
- Maintaining weekly, monthly and quarterly maintenance on all dental equipment
Dental Hygienist/Clinical Supervisor
Texas Tooth Fairies
Cedar Park, TX
06.2012 - 07.2023
- Conducted thorough dental cleanings and exposing diagnostic digital radiographs
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care practices
- Created a fun and trusting rapport with each family by customizing each visit to fit each child's needs
- Oversaw 10 clinical staff members
- Coordinated daily schedule for 2-3 dentists
- Supporting all staff in every area by helping wherever needed
- Collaborated with dentists to develop personalized treatment plans for patients
- Streamlined scheduling processes for a multi doctor practice, improving patient flow and time management
- Weekly meetings with leadership team to discuss and improve all aspects of the practice
- Interviewed new potential clinical staff
- Met with clinical staff for enhanced performance reviews
- Maintained all ordering for clinical materials from numerous suppliers
- Maintained logs and schedule for all equipment maintenance needed weekly, monthly, quarterly and annually
- Reviewed all OSHA updates and requirements
- Kept all radiographic equipment up to date on testing required by the state
Dental Hygienist/Clinical Coordinator
Rising Stars Pediatric Dentistry
Austin, TX
06.2006 - 06.2012
- Delivered high-quality preventive care through comprehensive dental cleanings, radiographs and treatment assessments
- Apply pit and fissure sealants
- Educated patients and parents on importance of good oral care
- Maintain clinical staff schedule for multiple doctors between 2 office locations
- Streamlined appointment scheduling processes, improving patient flow and reducing wait times
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional, yet child friendly manner
Dental Hygienist/Orthodontic Assistant
Smiles Of Austin
Austin, TX
09.2000 - 06.2006
- Delivered comprehensive dental cleanings, radiographs and treatment assessments
- Educated patients and parents on proper oral hygiene practices, enhancing their understanding of preventive care
- Assisted in the development of individualized treatment plans for diverse patient needs
- Performed orthodontic adjustments as directed by the doctor
- Maintain communication between the pediatric and orthodontic practices
- Cross trained to understand and educated patients on orthodontic treatment and the affects on oral function
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Carl Weber
Austin, TX
06.1999 - 09.2000
- Performed thorough dental cleanings and preventative care for adult and pediatric patients
- Maintained periodontal charting
- Performed scaling and root planing
- Expose and develop full mouth radiographs
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments
Orthodontic Assistant
Osborn Orthodontics
Amarillo, TX
05.1996 - 09.1998
- Assisted in patient management and ensured comfort during orthodontic procedures
- Prepared and organized orthodontic tools and materials for efficient workflow
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions
- Collaborated with orthodontists to develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs
- Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, and appliance placement
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX05.1999
Skills
- Dental prophylaxis
- Preventive oral health education
- Treatment Planning and presenting to parent
- Dental charting
- Dental software proficiency
- Patient management
- Medical history review
- Administrative support
- Multitasking and prioritize tasks
- Comfortable in fast paced and high production environments
- Organizational skills
- Communicate well with coworkers and patients
Certification
CPR Certification
Nitrous Oxide Monitoring Certification
Accomplishments
Registered Dental Hygienist with expanded areas of clinical supervising, coordinating and general administrative experience
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Bunch Pediatric Dentistry
07.2023 - Current
Dental Hygienist/Clinical Supervisor
Texas Tooth Fairies
06.2012 - 07.2023
Dental Hygienist/Clinical Coordinator
Rising Stars Pediatric Dentistry
06.2006 - 06.2012
Dental Hygienist/Orthodontic Assistant
Smiles Of Austin
09.2000 - 06.2006
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Carl Weber
06.1999 - 09.2000
Orthodontic Assistant
Osborn Orthodontics
05.1996 - 09.1998
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Amarillo College