Lori Florence
Flemingsburg,Kentucky
Summary
Motivated and patient-focused healthcare professional with twenty-five years of experience treating individuals with diverse dental concerns. Passionate about providing phenomenal care and building relationships with patients to facilitate trust. Active listener with commitment to developing rapport. Offering exceptional patient education skills to promote preventive care. Seeking to transition away from clinical dentistry, where my communication and organizational skills can be applied to coordinate, motivate, and impact operating performance and outcomes in a business setting.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Price Dentistry
05.2012 - Current
- Improved patient oral health by providing thorough dental cleanings and assessments.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques for optimal dental health and prevention of future issues.
- Provided exceptional patient care by establishing rapport and addressing anxieties or concerns.
- Performed dental radiographs for accurate diagnosis and planning of treatments.
- Collaborated with dental team members to provide comprehensive care for patients, enhancing overall experience.
- Contributed to practice growth by delivering excellent customer service, resulting in increased patient retention rates.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through participation in continuing education courses, staying current with industry advancements.
- Administered local anesthesia as needed for dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort throughout the process.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer during routine examinations, promoting early detection and intervention when necessary.
- Assessed periodontal status of patients using probing techniques, identifying areas requiring further attention or treatment planning modifications.
- Counseled patients on nutritional choices impacting their oral health while developing customized dietary recommendations based on individual needs.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix Ascend Software.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address specific patient needs and concerns.
Registered Dental Hygienist
The Morehead Dental Group
04.2004 - 05.2014
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. William J. Moorhead
06.2000 - 04.2004
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY12.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Lexington Community College
Lexington, KY05.2000
Skills
- Soft Tissue Management (STM)
- Dental Prophylaxis
- Treatment Planning and Execution
- Local Anesthesia Administration
- Dentrix Software Proficiency
- HIPAA Awareness Training Certification
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Patient Education
Certification
Certification in CPR/BLS- 1998-2024
Administration of Local Anesthesia and Nitrous Oxide 2003-Present
CITI Program Training-2022
Affiliations
- Board Member of the Fleming County Health Department
- Board Member of the Flemingsburg Christian Church
- Board Member/Vice President for WoodmenLife
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Price Dentistry
05.2012 - Current
Registered Dental Hygienist
The Morehead Dental Group
04.2004 - 05.2014
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. William J. Moorhead
06.2000 - 04.2004
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Northern Kentucky University
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Lexington Community College
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