Laura Hanks
Payson
Summary
Dental hygienist with several years of experience in patient care and education. Proven ability to enhance oral health awareness and promote preventative practices. Strong team player dedicated to building lasting relationships with patients and contributing to practice growth. Expertise in prophylaxis and patient-focused service delivery.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Buhler Dental care
05.2016 - Current
- Customized prophylactic treatment to individual patients' needs.
- Performed root planing procedures to remove plaque from below the gum line.
- Assisted in patient education about oral hygiene practices and preventive care.
- Prepared treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and organizing supplies.
- Recorded patient medical histories and updated dental charts accurately.
- Scheduled appointments and managed patient flow efficiently in the office.
Dental Hygienist
AMERICAN FORK HENRY SCHEIN CLINIC
01.2015 - 04.2016
- Performed dental cleanings and took radiographs on patients from the Share a Smile program.
Dental Hygienist
FOOD AND CARE COALITION PROVO
01.2015 - 04.2016
- Performed dental cleanings and took radiographs on patients who came into the shelter.
Dental Hygienist
Utah Valley University Dental Hygiene clinic
Orem
09.2014 - 04.2016
- Performed dental cleanings and various other duties in the clinic while in school.
Dental Hygienist
GIVE KIDS A SMILE
02.2015 - 02.2016
- Charity event held at U of U for low-income and underprivileged children.
- Performed cleanings, took radiographs and placed sealants.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
Utah Valley University
Orem, UT12.2016
Associates of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Utah Valley University
Orem, UT04.2016
Skills
- Dentrix and OpenDental proficiency
- Radiographic imaging and infection control
- Patient education and scheduling
- Dexis and Kodak expertise
- Impression taking and model preparation
- Bleaching trays and night guards fabrication
- Clinical workflow management
- Patient relationship management
- Time management skills
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication skills
- Problem solving abilities
- Nitrous oxide sedation administration
- Local anesthesia administration
References
- Dianne Knight, Associate Professor, Department Chair, Utah Valley University Dental Hygiene Department, 987 South Geneva Road, Orem, Utah, 801-390-0885, dianne.knight@uvu.edu
- Karen Preston, Assistant Professor/Instructor, Utah Valley University Dental Hygiene Department, 987 South Geneva Road, Orem, Utah, 801-367-0711, prestoka@uvu.edu
- Dr. Forrest S. Buhler, D.M.D., Practicing Dentist, Buhler Dental Care, 1172 East 100 North Suite 6, Payson, Utah, 801-465-3691, johndcallister@yahoo.com
Certifications And Licensing
- Registered Dental Hygienist
- Local Anesthesia Certified
- CPR Certified
- Nitrous Oxide Certified
- Diode Laser Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Buhler Dental care
05.2016 - Current
Dental Hygienist
GIVE KIDS A SMILE
02.2015 - 02.2016
Dental Hygienist
AMERICAN FORK HENRY SCHEIN CLINIC
01.2015 - 04.2016
Dental Hygienist
FOOD AND CARE COALITION PROVO
01.2015 - 04.2016
Dental Hygienist
Utah Valley University Dental Hygiene clinic
09.2014 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
Utah Valley University
Associates of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Utah Valley University