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La Tonnya Lowry

Salida,California

Summary

Patient-oriented Dental Hygienist offering 17 years of experience in high-volume dental offices. Expertise in screening patients for cancer and oral diseases, performing prophylaxis and providing education on oral hygiene and health. Talented at working with diverse personality types to provide an upbeat work environment.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Nadler And Bachman
06.2020 - Current
  • Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix.
  • Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
  • Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
  • Worked closely with an assistant to perform double hygiene columns; when necessary; if a fellow hygienist called out sick.

Certified Registered Dental Hygienist

Ora Dentistry
04.2016 - 05.2020
  • Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in [Software].
  • Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
  • Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Livermore Dental Care
10.2014 - 04.2016
  • Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach and positive rapport development.
  • Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
  • Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
  • Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
  • Coordinated hygiene inventory management by tracking supplies, placing orders and verifying receipt of items.
  • Capably performed prophylaxis in absence of periodontal disease or gingivitis.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on dental equipment and resolved malfunctions by troubleshooting.
  • Exposed, developed, and mounted both intraoral and extraoral dental x-rays.

Registered Dental Assistant

Pacific Dental Services RDA 3/2011- 8/2013 Perform
03.2011 - 08.2013
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.

Education

Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene

Carrington College California - Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
08.2014

Skills

  • Henry Schein Dentix
  • Diagnostic Imaging
  • Rapport Development
  • Soft Tissue Management (STM)
  • Anesthetic Administration
  • Nitrous Oxide
  • Nutrition Counseling

Timeline

Certified Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Nadler And Bachman
06.2020 - Current

Certified Registered Dental Hygienist

Ora Dentistry
04.2016 - 05.2020

Registered Dental Hygienist

Livermore Dental Care
10.2014 - 04.2016

Registered Dental Assistant

Pacific Dental Services RDA 3/2011- 8/2013 Perform
03.2011 - 08.2013

Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene

Carrington College California - Sacramento

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