Lillian Pinero
Staten Island
Summary
Accomplished Dental Hygienist with extensive experience at Dr. Mark Molinsky, specializing in scaling and root planing and patient education. Proficient in digital radiography and oral cancer screening, I leverage advanced techniques to enhance patient care and promote optimal oral health. Committed to continuous learning and improving dental hygiene practices.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Mark Molinsky
Forest Hill
03.2025 - Current
- Studied new and advanced dental hygiene methods and technology by completing continuing education coursework.
- Performed root planing procedures to remove plaque from below the gum line.
- Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
- Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.
- Instructed patients in brushing and flossing techniques to maintain optimal oral health.
- Provided patient education on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive dental care.
- Recognized warning signs of serious conditions such as cancer or diabetes through clinical observations.
- Removed plaque and tartar from teeth using hand and mechanical scaler tools.
- Conducted dental cleanings and checked teeth for cracked fillings.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
Dental Hygienist
C.A. Tsiatis, DDS
Bayside
09.1991 - 01.2025
- Digital radiographs.
- Scaling and root planing.
- Impression and custom trays, night guards.
- Zoom whitening.
- Performed root planing procedures to remove plaque from below the gum line.
- Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.
- Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride, and sealants, to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Conducted dental cleanings and checked teeth for cracked fillings.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Barry Greenfield
Staten Island
08.1998 - 01.2011
- Digital radiographs.
- Scaling and root planing.
- Suture Removals
- Studied new and advanced dental hygiene methods and technology by completing continuing education coursework.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Demonstrated use of dental instruments, including scalers, curettes, air polishers, and ultrasonic devices.
- Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.
- Recognized warning signs of serious conditions such as cancer or diabetes through clinical observations.
- Conducted x-rays to detect potential issues such as decay, cysts, tumors and bone loss.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Education
A.A.S - Dental Hygiene
Hostos Community College
12.1995
Skills
- I have been in the dental field since about 1982 till present Any questions please feel free to ask
- Scaling and root planing
- Digital radiography
- Oral health assessment
- Patient education
- Continuing education
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Oral cancer screening
- Tooth whitening
- Radiographic interpretation
Certification
A.A.S Dental Hygiene, 09/01/91, Present
References
References furnished upon request.
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Mark Molinsky
03.2025 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Barry Greenfield
08.1998 - 01.2011
Dental Hygienist
C.A. Tsiatis, DDS
09.1991 - 01.2025
A.A.S - Dental Hygiene
Hostos Community College
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