Lindsey Garrett
Edmond
Summary
Reliable, trustworthy, and compassionate dental hygienist with a strong ability to engage with patients and build rapport. Passionate about providing exceptional patient care with a focus on their well-being. Seeking a friendly and team-oriented environment to contribute skills and dedication towards delivering the highest standard of care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Reflections Dental Care
Oklahoma City, OK
06.2022 - Current
- Perform high quality patient care providing appropriate procedures - prophylaxis, gingival therapy, periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planing,
- Perform diagnostic and CBCT, digital imaging, interpreting dental radiographs
- Manage patient anxiety by showing empathy, building rapport, addressing concerns and explaining procedures in a pleasant and professional manner.
- Improve patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized home care instructions.
- Tailor individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Administer in-office KoR whitening treatments
- Procure dental hygiene supplies
- Uphold strict infection control measures by sterilizing instruments and following protocols for cleanliness.
Team Leader /Treatment Coordinator
Reflections Dental Care
Oklahoma City, OK
10.2015 - 08.2019
- Patient rapport is always my top priority
- Collaborated with DDS to inform patients of diagnosis, explain benefit of treatment and discussing financial options for treatment.
- Implemented a new position within the office for greater efficiency
- End of day reports and financial statement preparation
- Posting personal and insurance checks, insurance adjustments
- Employee training and development
Treatment Coordinator
Dental Associate of South OKC
Oklahoma City, OK
06.2011 - 09.2015
- New patient interviews, relationship building by addressing emotional concerns
- Insurance benefits, deductible and co-pay verification, claim filing and follow ups
- Treatment cost consultation and addressing financial concerns
- End of day reports and financial statement preparation
- Posting personal and insurance checks, insurance adjustments
- Employee training and development
Education
Associate of Science -
Rose State College
Oklahoma City, OKBachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry
05.2022
Skills
- Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy
- Local Anesthesia Administration
- Nitrous Oxide Administration
- Radiographs
- Oral Cancer Screenings
- Sealant Placement
- KoR in-office whitening
- Team Player
- Personable
- Compassionate
- Detail oriented
- Proficient in Dentrix, Eagle Soft & Open Dental software
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Reflections Dental Care
06.2022 - Current
Team Leader /Treatment Coordinator
Reflections Dental Care
10.2015 - 08.2019
Treatment Coordinator
Dental Associate of South OKC
06.2011 - 09.2015
Associate of Science -
Rose State College
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry