Dedicated Dental Hygienist with experience in providing comprehensive oral care and local anesthesia administration. Strong focus on patient education and customized treatment plans, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations while utilizing advanced digital imaging software for efficient diagnostics.
Work History
Dental Hygienist
3 Years 2 Months
Martin Dentistry | 09.2022 - 11.2025
Provided thorough dental cleanings and preventative care to enhance patient oral health.
Educated patients on oral hygiene practices to promote long-term dental wellness.
Assisted in the development of customized treatment plans based on patient needs and assessments.
Utilized digital imaging software for accurate diagnostics and efficient workflow management.
Managed patient records with accuracy, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Assessed periodontal status of patients using probing techniques, identifying areas requiring further attention or treatment planning modifications.
Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Open Dental
Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
Administered local anesthesia as needed for dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort throughout the process.
Dental Hygiene Assistant
2 Months
Powell Valley Dental | 05.2022 - 07.2022
Assisted with patient intake, ensuring accurate medical history documentation.
Prepared treatment rooms, maintaining sterile environments and organized instruments.
Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
Conducted follow-up calls to assess patient recovery and reinforce care protocols.
Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Dental Assistant
10 Months
Martin Dentistry | 09.2020 - 07.2021
Assisted in patient intake, ensuring accurate medical histories and timely appointment scheduling.
Prepared treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and organizing materials for efficient workflow.
Supported dentists during procedures by providing instruments and anticipating needs for optimal patient care.
Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care to enhance health outcomes.
Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Big Sandy Community & Technical College | Prestonsburg, KY | 05-2022
Dean's List- 2021 and 2022
Big Sandy Scholarship Recipient
3.6 GPA
Skills
Ultrasonic instrumentation
Periodontal therapy
Local anesthesia administration
Oral cancer screening
Sealant application
Nutrition counseling
Open Dental proficiency
Dental laser therapy
Certification
Certified Nitrous Oxide Administration and laser treatment
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