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LACEY HENDRIX

Florence,AL

Summary

Motivated and patient-focused Dental Hygienist with 24 years of experience treating individuals with diverse dental concerns. 17 yrs hygiene and 7 yrs of Dental Assisting in the past. Passionate about providing compassionate care and building relationships with patients to facilitate trust. Active listener with commitment to developing rapport. Offering exceptional patient education skills to promote preventive care.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Dental Hygienist

Renaissance Dental
04.2022 - 09.2024
  • Managed patient records using Open Dental software with accuracy, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.
  • Performed dental radiographs for accurate diagnosis and planning of treatments.
  • Assessed periodontal status of patients using probing techniques, identifying areas requiring further attention or treatment planning modifications.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Robert Y. Griffin III, DMD, PC
06.2014 - 04.2022
  • Utilize Dentrix Software, maintain documentation for each patients' chart
  • Perform health assessment screenings, prophylaxis, sealants and fluoride treatments to an average of 8 to 10 patients per day
  • Take dental impressions for study models and whitening trays as well as 'ZOOM' in office bleaching
  • Periodontal debridement, charting and selection of appropriate treatments for various oral diseases
  • Administer topical anesthetic to patients
  • Educate patients of all ages on plaque control and oral health
  • Scheduling return appointments
  • Prepare and sanitize dental equipment and operatory and maintain supplies.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Aspen Dental, PC
01.2013 - 01.2014

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Harlan R. Knight, DMD
01.2009 - 01.2013

Fill-in Registered Dental Hygienist

01.2007 - 01.2009

Dental Assistant / Registered Dental Hygienist

Cox Creek Family Dentistry, Dr. Jamie Stoddard, DMD
01.2005 - 01.2007
  • Selected, set up and sterilized instruments, equipment and material needed
  • Ensured patients comfort before, during and after treatment
  • Assisted the Dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
  • Crafted impressions, casts, temporary crowns, and bridges for patients' teeth
  • Maintained a clean workspace and sanitary dental supplies and equipment.

Education

Dental Hygiene Program -

University of Alabama at Birmingham
01.2007

High School Diploma -

Russellville High School
Russellville, AL
05.2000

Skills

    Periodontal Assessment

    Root planning and scaling expertise

    Ultrasonic Scaling

    Digital Radiographs & Intra-Oral Imaging

    Oral Cancer Screening

    Sealant Application

    Dentrix and Open Dental software proficiency

    Organized and Reliable

Specialqualifications

  • Licensed Dental Hygienist
  • First Aid, AED, & CPR Certified
  • Understanding of Health & Safety Regulations


References

  • Catrece Dewalt, Russellville, AL, treceynchad@icloud.com, (256) 496.4258
  • Beth Nesbitt, Sheffield, AL, bethnez1968@gmail.com, (256) 383.5485
  • Sherri Creekmoore, Lexington, AL, mumsie0524@gmail.com, (256)366.4168

Timeline

Registered Dental Hygienist

Renaissance Dental
04.2022 - 09.2024

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Robert Y. Griffin III, DMD, PC
06.2014 - 04.2022

Registered Dental Hygienist

Aspen Dental, PC
01.2013 - 01.2014

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Harlan R. Knight, DMD
01.2009 - 01.2013

Fill-in Registered Dental Hygienist

01.2007 - 01.2009

Dental Assistant / Registered Dental Hygienist

Cox Creek Family Dentistry, Dr. Jamie Stoddard, DMD
01.2005 - 01.2007

Dental Hygiene Program -

University of Alabama at Birmingham

High School Diploma -

Russellville High School

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