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Mary Harris

SAVANNAH,GA

Summary

Professional Dental Hygienist with 46 years of experience in all areas of dental hygiene care, patient-focused providing quality prophylaxis services and disease treatment. Highly accomplished and recognized for unique ability at educate patients on oral hygiene with focus on disease prevention. Team-oriented with success in building long-term relationships with colleagues and patients.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Dental Hygienist

Complete Mobile Dentistry
Lane Dental Clinic, Ft. Stewart, Ga
05.2019 - Current

Registered Dental Hygienist

InGenesis/Complete Mobile Dentistry
Lane Dental Clinic 1, Ft Stewart, Ga
12.2018 - 05.2019

Registered Dental Hygienist

InGenesis Arora
Lane Dental Clinc, Fort Stewart, Ga
11.2014 - 12.2018

Registered Dental Hygienist

US Army Dentac
Tuttle Army Dental Clinic, Ft Stewart/Hunter Army Airfield, Ga
10.1986 - 02.2011

Registered Dental Hygienist

US Army Dental Corps
Ludwigsburg Army Dental Clinic, Stuttgart, Germany
03.1984 - 07.1986

Registered Dental Hygienist

Perry Point VAMC
Perry Point VAMC, MD
12.1979 - 08.1983
  • Provided preventive dental care services to patients, including scaling and root planing, prophylaxis, sealants, fluoride, and varnish treatment, implementing soft tissue management skills.
  • Expertly took dental x-rays, charted conditions to prepare for diagnosis, and treatment.
  • Properly administered topical and local anesthetics to lessen pain and discomfort.
  • Utilized sonic and hand scalers for the removal of soft and hard deposits from teeth surfaces, dental implants, Ortho brackets, wires, and other appliances.
  • Routinely instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques, and recommending quality oral care products and devices.
  • Examined gums manually and visually to determine periodontal disease.
  • Customized dental treatment to meet individual patients' needs.
  • Cared for patients using advanced tooth cleaning methods. Studied new and advanced dental hygiene methods and techniques by completing continuing education coursework.
  • Accurately collected, recorded, and reviewed patients' medical and dental histories. Recorded vital signs for each patient prior to treatment.
  • Maintained accurate records of all dental treatments performed using electronic dental record software systems.
  • Greeted patients, ordered supplies, scheduled patient appointments, and managed follow-up care.
  • Established clean, sterile, and welcoming environments for patients.
  • Executed staff training programs in dental hygiene procedures and treatment.
  • Orchestrated and actively participated in adult dental education programs and children's dental health programs.

Education

Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene

Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN
06-1978

Certificate in Dental Hygiene

Meharry Medical College
Nashville, TN
05-1978

Skills

  • Root planning and scaling expertise
  • Dentrix software proficiency
  • Fluoride and varnish application
  • Sealant Application
  • Dental Prophylaxis
  • Dental and Perio charting
  • Hand and Sonic scalers usage
  • Scale and polish dental implants
  • Patient safety proficiency
  • Medical and Dental History Review
  • Took vital signs prior to treatment
  • Implemented gingival irrigation and desensitizing procedures
  • Dental disease management
  • Periodontal Treatment
  • Soft Tissue Management (STM)
  • Preventive oral health education
  • Maintained dental supplies, schedule appointments
  • OSHA and infection control adherence
  • Local anesthesia administration
  • Digital Radiographs
  • Stain Removal
  • Orchestrated and actively participated in Adult dental education programs and Children dental health programs

Accomplishments

  • Consistently ranked in top 10% for Dental Hygiene Productivity
  • Consistently received excellent ratings for Patient care and treatment.

Certification

  • Licensed Registered Dental Hygienist in State of Ohio
  • Local Anesthesia certificate
  • CPR?AED certified

Timeline

Registered Dental Hygienist

Complete Mobile Dentistry
05.2019 - Current

Registered Dental Hygienist

InGenesis/Complete Mobile Dentistry
12.2018 - 05.2019

Registered Dental Hygienist

InGenesis Arora
11.2014 - 12.2018

Registered Dental Hygienist

US Army Dentac
10.1986 - 02.2011

Registered Dental Hygienist

US Army Dental Corps
03.1984 - 07.1986

Registered Dental Hygienist

Perry Point VAMC
12.1979 - 08.1983

Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene

Tennessee State University

Certificate in Dental Hygiene

Meharry Medical College

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