Lauren Beck
West Lafayette,IN
Summary
- Took part in Dental Hygiene Day, giving other students interested in applying to the dental hygiene program insight about the program and my personal experiences as a student
- Participated in Give Kids A Smile Day, providing free sealants and X-rays to children
- Visited an elementary school to provide free dental education and oral hygiene instructions to students
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygiene Program
Indiana University School of Dentistry
Indianapolis, IN
08.2024 - Current
- Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough oral health examinations and providing oral prophylaxis, including scaling and root planning (SRP)
- Provided oral hygiene instructions, nutritional counseling, and tobacco cessation counseling to improve overall patient health
- Took diagnostic radiographs for proper oral health evaluation
- Performed periodontal charting efficiently, monitoring patient progress over time and making recommendations as needed
Oral Surgery Assistant
Oral Surgery Office, LLC
Lafayette, IN
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Assisted surgeons during oral procedures, ensuring optimal workflow and patient comfort.
- Prepared surgical instruments and maintained sterile environments to adhere to safety protocols.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and answered questions to enhance understanding.
- Monitored patient vitals and provided support throughout surgical processes to ensure safety.
- Maintained a safe and clean working environment through proper sterilization of instruments and adherence to infection control protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health, Dental Hygiene
Indiana Univeristy School of Dentistry
Indianapolis, IN01-2027
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)
- Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)
- BLS/CPR certified
- Indiana Radiology License
- Coronal Polishing and Sealant certified
- Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) certified
Timeline
Dental Hygiene Program
Indiana University School of Dentistry
08.2024 - Current
Oral Surgery Assistant
Oral Surgery Office, LLC
05.2022 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Public Health, Dental Hygiene
Indiana Univeristy School of Dentistry