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Lindsay Plummer

Summary

Skilled Dental Hygienist with 17 years of experience in fast-paced, high-volume dental offices. Expert at performing dental examinations, prophylaxis and soft tissue management. Focused on maintaining dental health and preventing disease through patient education. Friendly with patients while working quickly and efficiently to stay on schedule.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Hygienist

Whole Health Dentistry
09.2010 - 05.2019
  • Conducted oral cancer screenings during routine dental exams, resulting in early detection of potential issues.
  • Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized home care instructions.
  • Worked with dentists in developing and implementing personalized care plans for dental patients.
  • Took and interpreted X-rays to identify cavities, impacted teeth and other dental issues.
  • Made and confirmed appointments to promote necessary follow-up care to maintain dental health.
  • Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and sealants.
  • Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix.
  • Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.

Dental Hygienist

Dental One Partners
08.2009 - 08.2010
  • Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
  • Provided prophylaxis therapy, scaling and root planing with the use of Arestin, full periodontal evaluation with proper diagnosis, sealants and Velscope screenings.
  • Streamlined appointment scheduling process for better time management and increased overall productivity.
  • Administered topical anesthetics to patients' gums to prepare areas being worked on.

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Michael Kincaid
06.2007 - 08.2010
  • Performed duties as lead dental hygienist including but not limited to diagnosing and treating periodontal disease, providing prophylaxis, taking radiographs, scaling and root planing.
  • Administered local anesthetic in preparation for root planing.
  • Implemented effective infection control measures by sterilizing instruments and following strict protocols for cleanliness.

Dental Hygienist

Dental One Partners
07.2008 - 08.2009
  • Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
  • Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by using Velscope and Vizilite devices.
  • Assisted in screenings for Orthodontic and TMJ treatments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene

Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
05.2007

Skills

  • Nitrous Oxide Sedation
  • Patient Assessments
  • Patient Care
  • Treatment Planning
  • Periodontal Therapy
  • Local anesthesia administration

Timeline

Dental Hygienist

Whole Health Dentistry
09.2010 - 05.2019

Dental Hygienist

Dental One Partners
08.2009 - 08.2010

Dental Hygienist

Dental One Partners
07.2008 - 08.2009

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Michael Kincaid
06.2007 - 08.2010

Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene

Ohio State University

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