Years of professional experience
Marla B-Unger
Dental Hygiene
Raleigh
Summary
Experienced Dental Hygienist with 28 years of expertise in all aspects of treatment, including dental prophylaxis, Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy, Guided Biofilm Therapy and effective Preventative Prophylaxis Cleanings using ultrasonic technology.
Effective communicator with success in teaching patients and community about oral hygiene and care. Knowledgeable in identifying oral health issues, like dental caries, fractures, and oral cancer, in early stages and communicating findings to dentists for further evaluation, diagnosis and treatment.
Able to form individualized treatment plans and modify as needed based on patient needs.
Overview
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Work History
Dental Hygienist
Buda Dental Professionals
12.2007 - 11.2022
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in [Software].
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing, brushing and [Task].
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
- Capably performed prophylaxis in absence of periodontal disease or gingivitis.
- Interpreted patients dental radiographs.
- Designed dental report card that explained patients' dental health status and treatment plans.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Dental Hygienist
Buda Dental Professionals,
08.2002 - 05.2007
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in [Software].
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing, brushing and [Task].
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
- Capably performed prophylaxis in absence of periodontal disease or gingivitis.
- Interpreted patients dental radiographs.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Education
Dental Hygiene
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MSAssociate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Coastal Bend College
Beeville, TX05.1994
Skills
- Dental Disease Management
- Fluoride Application
- Stain Removal
- Case Management
- Dental Radiography
- Chronic Disease Management
- Root Planing
- Digital Radiographs
- Patient Education
- Soft Tissue Management (STM)
- Preventive Oral Health Education
- Tooth Whitening
- Electronic Health Records
- Periodontal Evaluation
- Dentrix Software Proficiency
- Patient Assessments
- Exceptional Written Communication Skills
- Rapport Development
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Patient Management
- Infection Control
- Instrument and Room Setup
- Treatment Planning
- Gum Examination
- Adjunct Therapy
- Full Mouth Radiographs
- Compassionate and Caring
- Patient Communication
I Love the outdoors, country drives,& road Trips
My side-kick is a 7 year old boxer named Oliver that spends most off my time off work with me. He travels with me as often as possible. We have at over 13,000 feet in San Juan Mountains of Colorado, and at sea level in Padre Island National Sea Shore in our travels!
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Buda Dental Professionals
12.2007 - 11.2022
Dental Hygienist
Buda Dental Professionals,
08.2002 - 05.2007
Dental Hygiene
Meridian Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Coastal Bend College
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