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Megan Logsdon

Shepherdsville,KY

Summary

Compassionate and skilled dental hygienist with proven experience in providing comprehensive oral health care and preventative advice to patients. Possess strong interpersonal skills, adept at creating comfortable environment for patients while efficiently conducting dental cleanings, X-rays, and assisting in dental procedures. Demonstrated ability to improve patient oral hygiene through tailored education and treatment plans. Committed to staying updated with latest dental technologies and practices to enhance patient care and clinic operations. Licensed in anesthesia, laser and general supervision

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Hygienist

Bunch Family Dental and Implant Center
Elizabethtown, KY
02.2016 - Current
  • Assisted dentists during restorative procedures such as crowns, bridges, fillings, implants.
  • Cleaned and polished removable appliances such as dentures and orthodontic retainers.
  • Assessed overall oral health by examining teeth and gums for signs of disease or other irregularities.
  • Administered local anesthetics prior to dental treatments when necessary.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient treatment plans using electronic medical records software.
  • Developed treatment plans based on diagnosis and discussed with dentists.
  • Performed root planning procedures to remove calculus from below the gum line.
  • Took medical and dental history and recorded vital signs of patients.
  • Conducted x-rays to detect potential issues such as decay, cysts, tumors and bone loss.
  • Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.

Dental Hygienist

Stony Brook Dental Care
Louisville, KY
05.2015 - 02.2016
  • Assessed overall oral health by examining teeth and gums for signs of disease or other irregularities.
  • Administered local anesthetics prior to dental treatments when necessary.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient treatment plans using electronic medical records software.
  • Examined gums manually and visually to determine periodontal disease and screen for oral cancer.
  • Provided patient education on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive dental care.
  • Conducted x-rays to detect potential issues such as decay, cysts, tumors and bone loss.

Store Clerk

Ludlow Pharmacy
Ludlow, KY
06.2010 - 08.2011
  • Prepared merchandise for purchase or rental.
  • Monitored product inventory levels to support completion of order requests and audits.
  • Replenished supplies such as paper towels, toilet paper, napkins. as needed throughout the day.
  • Restocked shelves with inventory as needed.
  • Performed opening, closing duties including counting money in registers at start, end of shift, reconciling discrepancies between computer-generated reports and actual count totals.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene

University of Louisville
Louisville, KY
05-2015

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Dental prophylaxis
  • Radiographic techniques
  • Local anesthesia administration
  • Treatment planning
  • Oral health education

Certification

  • Administering anesthesia
  • Laser Bacterial reduction
  • General Supervision

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Dental Hygienist

Bunch Family Dental and Implant Center
02.2016 - Current

Dental Hygienist

Stony Brook Dental Care
05.2015 - 02.2016

Store Clerk

Ludlow Pharmacy
06.2010 - 08.2011
  • Administering anesthesia
  • Laser Bacterial reduction
  • General Supervision

Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene

University of Louisville
Megan Logsdon