Laura Lavezzo, BS, RDH
Oak Island,NC
Summary
Compassionate Registered Dental Hygienist recognized for exceptional productivity and efficiency. Strong communication and empathetic skills enhance patient experiences while ensuring seamless workflow in fast-paced settings. Detail-oriented and self-motivated, with a robust work ethic.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry
Bolivia, North Carolina
09.2025 - Current
- Delivered effective communication and personalized care to meet patients' dental hygiene needs
- Evaluated patient needs for additional dental treatment and developed tailored treatment plans
- Explained insurance coverage and service costs to enhance patient understanding and decision-making
Registered Dental Hygienist
Southport Dental/ L.D. Williams, DDS
Southport, NC
06.2023 - 08.2025
- Built positive rapport with patients through clear communication techniques.
- Used strong problem-solving skills to resolve issues quickly and effectively.
- Shared innovative ideas and solutions to improve team performance and outcomes.
- Completed daily duties accurately and efficiently.
Owner / Photographer
Laura Noel Photography
12.2007 - 12.2020
- Photographed newborns, children, and families.
- Provided professional headshots and real estate photography services.
- Conducted in-person sales for portrait packages.
Owner
Salty Anchor LLC
12.2015 - 12.2019
- Owner and Operator of a fabrication and distribution service for a prosthetic post-op device.
- Managed all day-to-day operations: online orders, accounting, shipping/receiving, website design, marketing, and fabrication.
National Board-Certified Orthotist
Shirley Ryan Abilitylab
12.2003 - 12.2006
- Integrated care through collaboration with rehabilitation physicians and physical therapy experts, optimizing orthotic care delivery at River North branch.
- Executed a new program, protocols, and training for the SMART Walker Orthosis clinic.
- Lead Orthotist in charge of creating, designing, training, and implementing/resolving issues with the Orthotic Department’s computerized patient charting system within the new hospital-wide system.
Education
Local Anesthesia Certificate - 30 Hour Training Course
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC11-2023
Associate In Applied Sciences - Dental Hygiene
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC05-2023
Associate Degree - General Education
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC01-2020
Orthotic Certificate Program -
Northwestern University
Chicago, IL01-2002
Bachelor of Science - Zoology/Pre-Med
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC01-1999
Skills
- Denticon, EagleSoft, Dentrix, Dexis, and Microsoft Office
- Cavitron & Piezon
- Velscope
- Subgingival air polishing
- Intraoral imaging
- PSP plates
References
Available upon request
Awards
- 2023 CFCC Golden Scaler Dental Hygiene Award
- 2023 CFCC Departmental Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement in Dental Hygiene
- 2023 Doris J. Evans Dental Creativity Award
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry
09.2025 - Current
Registered Dental Hygienist
Southport Dental/ L.D. Williams, DDS
06.2023 - 08.2025
Owner
Salty Anchor LLC
12.2015 - 12.2019
Owner / Photographer
Laura Noel Photography
12.2007 - 12.2020
National Board-Certified Orthotist
Shirley Ryan Abilitylab
12.2003 - 12.2006
Local Anesthesia Certificate - 30 Hour Training Course
Central Piedmont Community College
Associate In Applied Sciences - Dental Hygiene
Cape Fear Community College
Associate Degree - General Education
Cape Fear Community College
Orthotic Certificate Program -
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Science - Zoology/Pre-Med
North Carolina State University