Dental hygienist dedicated to provide oral health care while focusing on preventative care and oral health education. Committed to providing patient comfort and care while effectively administering treatment within my scope of practice.
Work History
Dental Hygienist
1 Year 7 Months
Radford Family Dental | 03.2025 - Current
Performed comprehensive periodontal assessments on patients and co-treatment planned necessary procedures with dentist.
Thoroughly educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques to prevent periodontal disease and caries.
Fulfilled detailed patient charting to track progress and treatment outcomes.
Improved patient comfort by being understanding and patient during dental procedures.
Dental Hygienist
9 Months
Dr Stephen McCuin DDS (Now Henritze Dental Group) | 06.2024 - 03.2025
Strengthened my skill in administering local anesthetic.
Increased patient trust by explaining procedures and answering questions about treatment plan.
Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques for improved oral hygiene.
Daycare Teacher
1 Year 4 Months
Noah's Ark Daycare | 12.2021 - 04.2023
Maintained tidy and organized environment.
Engaged with children to build positive relationships.
Deescalated disruptive behavior by being caring, patient and understanding.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Wytheville Community College | Wytheville, VA | 05-2024
Lauren Rebecca Tate Memorial Scholarship Recipient
Skills
Local anesthesia/nitrous oxide administration
Periodontal evaluation
Patient education
Learns quickly
Strong work ethic
Emotionally supportive
Certification
Licensed Dental Hygeinist in Virginia : issued May 2024 and active