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Linda Palumbo

Dracut,MA

Summary

Dedicated Registered Dental Hygienist with extensive experience excelling in periodontal treatment and patient education. Proven ability to build strong patient relationships while delivering exceptional care. Skilled in digital radiography and anesthesia administration, committed to promoting optimal oral health and enhancing patient comfort through compassionate communication.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Burba, Maripuri and Associates
08.2017 - Current
  • Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
  • Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix, Eaglesoft, etc
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
  • Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
  • Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
  • Capably performed prophylaxis, periodontal scaling and root planning, curettage and soft tissue management.
  • Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
  • Cared for patients with special needs by providing education related to specific procedures and communicating with caregivers.
  • Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.
  • Made and confirmed appointments to promote necessary follow-up care to maintain dental health. Administered topical and local anesthetic to patients' gums to prepare areas being worked on.
  • Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Great Hill Dental
06.2011 - 07.2016

Registered Dental Hygienist

Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates
09.2004 - 05.2016

Dental Assistant and Dental Hygienist

Dr. Charles A Kokinos
06.1991 - 06.1996
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.

Education

Bachelor of Science - General Studies

Franklin Pierce University
Rindge, NH

Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Northeastern University
Boston, MA

Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene

Forsyth School Of Dental Hygiene
Boston, MA

Skills

  • Patient relationship building
  • Periodontal treatment - SRP
  • Dental prophylaxis
  • Oral hygiene instruction
  • Anesthetic administration
  • Soft tissue management (STM)
  • Dental disease treatment
  • Oraqix anesthetic expertise
  • Fluoride application
  • Tooth whitening
  • Dental health promotion
  • Dental charting
  • Digital radiography
  • Medical history documentation
  • OSHA and infection control adherence
  • Soft tissue management
  • Nutrition counseling
  • Preventive oral health education

Timeline

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Burba, Maripuri and Associates
08.2017 - Current

Registered Dental Hygienist

Great Hill Dental
06.2011 - 07.2016

Registered Dental Hygienist

Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates
09.2004 - 05.2016

Dental Assistant and Dental Hygienist

Dr. Charles A Kokinos
06.1991 - 06.1996

Bachelor of Science - General Studies

Franklin Pierce University

Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Northeastern University

Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene

Forsyth School Of Dental Hygiene

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