Lauren Hanson
GRANTS PASS,OR
Summary
Hello! My name is Lauren Hanson, and I am on track to graduate Dental Hygiene school in June 2026. I'm looking for a workplace that allows me to express my hard work ethic and positive attitude. I am a detail-oriented dental hygiene graduate (soon to be) with two years of clinical training and 14 years of experience as an EFDA dental assistant, reflecting a long-standing career in the dental field. Known for a warm, welcoming, and consistently positive attitude that helps patients feel comfortable and supported. A reliable team player who adapts quickly to new technologies and evolving clinical environments, with a strong commitment to continuous learning. Passionate about dentistry and dedicated to being the best in the field by delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, building trust, and helping others feel confident in their smiles.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
Grants Pass, OR
01.2021 - 06.2025
- Assisted in patient intake and preparation for dental procedures, ensuring comfort and efficiency.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care, enhancing overall patient experience.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Created dental impressions
- Embraced continuous learning and adaptation to emerging technologies.
- Specialized in crafting temporary crowns
- Facilitated surgical procedures and restorative treatments as an implant assistant.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Dental Assistant
Grants Pass Dental
Grants Pass, OR
01.2011 - 12.2020
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Created dental impression
- Maintained dental supply inventory
- Assisted in dental radiography, ensuring safety and accuracy for diagnostic purposes.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Assisted with general chairside treatments
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene- In Progress
Rogue Community College
Grants Pass06-2026
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Rogue Community College
Grants Pass, OR06-2012
No Degree - Dental Assistant
Rogue Community College
Grants Pass, OR06-2011
Skills
- Periodontal assessments and charting
- Prophylaxis and non-surgical periodontal therapy (SRP)
- Ultrasonic and hand instrumentation
- Patient education and preventive care instruction
- Calm, warm, and positive chairside manner
- Managing anxious patients
- Team-oriented and adaptable to new technology
- Maintaining an organized, efficient, and clean work area in a fast-paced environment
- Restorative dentistry
- Strong manual dexterity
- Nutritional counseling
- Optimistic attitude
- Skills in digital scanning (trios, itero)
Certification
Local Anesthesia
Associate Dental Hygiene in progress
EFDA Certified Dental Assistant
BLS & CPR
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
01.2021 - 06.2025
Dental Assistant
Grants Pass Dental
01.2011 - 12.2020
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene- In Progress
Rogue Community College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Rogue Community College
No Degree - Dental Assistant
Rogue Community College