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Mia Chang

Mia Chang

Milford,CT

Summary

Compassionate dental hygienist dedicated to providing optimal health care with 20yrs of experience in modern cosmetic dental practice. Adept at creating a calming atmosphere. To enhance positive and comfortable dental experience. Eager to join a dynamic dental team to further grow in dental career.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RDH

Lumos
04.2025 - Current
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

RDH

Dr Jafarian Roxana DDS
12.2022 - 03.2025
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

RDH

Dr Thomas Getreuer, DDS MAGD
11.2003 - 12.2022
  • Manage patient anxiety through pleasant demeanor, education, and empathy
  • Introduced innovative holistic cleaning approach to reduce patient discomfort
  • Intra oral camera used to educate patients.
  • Kor Whitening
  • Impression for whitening trays
  • Impression for Night Guard
  • Apply Arestin, fluoride treatment
  • Schedule 6m recall chair side
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Dental Hygienist

Aspen Dental
11.2003 - 11.2004
  • Administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies
  • Promoted a welcoming environment by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, leading to increased patient satisfaction rates.
  • Implemented effective infection control measures by sterilizing instruments and following strict protocols for cleanliness.
  • Collaborated with dentists to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
  • Operate digital X-ray & intraoral camera
  • Debridement and root planing as needed w/ cavitron.
  • Applying fluoride treatments or sealants as needed
  • BrightSmile in office whitening
  • Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
  • Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.

Teacher

Norfield Children’s Center
09.1998 - 09.1999
  • Non profit organization
  • After School program for K-3rd grade
  • Play based teaching model
  • Art/ Music / Science/ Math
  • Organize fun outdoor activity
  • Meal time & Nap
  • Assisted with homework
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Education

Associate in Dental Hygiene -

University of Bridgeport Fones School of Dental Hygiene
Bridgeport, CT
05.2003

Local Anesthesia & Nitrous Oxide Monitoring - undefined

New York University
10.2005

Skills

  • Patterson Eaglesoft
  • Dentrix
  • Flo Probe
  • Local anesthesia
  • Monitoring Nitrous Oxide Sedation
  • Basic Life Support CPR RedCross
  • Whitening - Kor, BrightSmile, Zoom
  • Impression for whitening trays and Night Guard
  • Intra Oral Camera / Digital X ray

Certification

  • Local Anesthesia & Nitrous Oxide Monitoring | October 2005
  • Basic Life Support / CPR / AED | December 2022

Languages

Korean
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

RDH

Lumos
04.2025 - Current

RDH

Dr Jafarian Roxana DDS
12.2022 - 03.2025

RDH

Dr Thomas Getreuer, DDS MAGD
11.2003 - 12.2022

Dental Hygienist

Aspen Dental
11.2003 - 11.2004

Teacher

Norfield Children’s Center
09.1998 - 09.1999

Local Anesthesia & Nitrous Oxide Monitoring - undefined

New York University

Associate in Dental Hygiene -

University of Bridgeport Fones School of Dental Hygiene