Melissa Key
Holly Springs,NC
Summary
Skilled Dental Hygienist with 15 years of experience in fast-paced, high-volume dental offices. Expert at performing radiographs, dental examinations, prophylaxis, and advanced periodontal services. Focused on maintaining dental health and preventing disease through patient education. Friendly with patients while working quickly and efficiently to stay on schedule.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Lane And Associates
07.2008 - Current
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach and positive rapport development.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Denticon.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services with scaling and root planing and provided followup care with periodontal maintenance cleanings as well as equipping patients with the knowledge needed to improve their oral health.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Cared for patients with special needs by providing education related to specific procedures and communicating with caregivers.
- Improved and developed personal knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC2008
Skills
- 20 Years Dental experience
- Periodontal Evaluation & Disease Identification
- Proficient in Digital Radiology
- Treatment Planning, Execution, & Case Management
- Periodontal Disease Management
- Sealant Application
- Nitrous Oxide
- Social Perceptiveness
- Customer Satisfaction
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Lane And Associates
07.2008 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Wake Technical Community College
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