Dynamic Registered Dental Hygienist with expertise in root planning and scaling at Claremont Dental Institute. Proven ability to enhance patient retention through exceptional customer service and strong relationship-building skills. Proficient in Dentrix and committed to promoting oral health awareness in the community, particularly for special needs patients, elderly, TLC for nervous patients, very gentle.
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Larynda Walters
Highland,CA
Summary
Overview
17
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Claremont Dental Institute
Registered Dental Hygienist
09.2008 - Current
Job overview
- Performed comprehensive dental cleanings and assessments to ensure optimal oral health for patients.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care strategies.
- Collaborated with dentists to enhance patient care through effective communication and teamwork.
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.
- Contributed to practice growth by delivering excellent customer service, resulting in increased patient retention rates.
- Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
- Participated in community outreach events promoting oral health awareness and offering free dental screenings to underserved populations.
- 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.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix.
Education
Riverside Community College Riverside, CA
Associate of Science from Dental Hygiene
University Overview
Skills
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Dentrix software proficiency
- Sealant application
- Local anesthesia administration
- OSHA and infection control adherence
- Nitrous oxide sedation
- Patient relationship building
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Special needs patients
- Diagnostic imaging
- Team collaboration
Certification
BLS/CPR certificate
Soft tissue curretage certificate
Laser Periodonal Therapy Certification
Sleep apnea detection
Occlusal Splint/Night Guard detection
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Claremont Dental Institute
09.2008 - Current
Riverside Community College
Associate of Science from Dental Hygiene