Michele Rivera
Boston,MA
Summary
Professional with comprehensive experience in dental care, specializing in patient oral health and preventive treatments. Known for strong collaboration within teams and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring reliable performance and consistent results. Skilled in patient education, periodontal therapy, and use of advanced dental technology. Recognized for excellent patient rapport and keen eye for detail, contributing to positive and effective clinical environment
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Kristine Seibel, Pediatric Dentist
01.2017 - Current
- Going into Preschools - educating preschoolers on oral hygiene
- Treatment Plan Coordinator- Presenting patient care treatment plans, restorative treatment plans, scheduling
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
- Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
Brand Ambassador
Toothlens
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Introducing dental offices to the toothlens AI app.
- Boosted sales performance by conducting engaging product demonstrations and communicating key brand benefits to customers.
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Leonard J. Carapezza, Pediatric Dentist
01.1995 - 01.2020
- Oral B test drive program director- Promoting patients test driving electric toothbrush to promote sales.
- Winner of highest sales.
- Orthodontic Records- Digital photography, digital radiographs (pan/ceph), impressions, and downloading records into Dolphin Imaging software.
- Assist with restorative and orthodontic procedures
- Preparing PowerPoint presentations for worldwide lectures.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Maintaining office IT and website
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
Associate Clinical Instructor
American Orthodontic Society
01.2010 - 01.2017
- Hands on workshops given to dental auxiliaries teaching valuable orthodontic techniques including record taking, digital imaging, instrumentation, appliance and wire placement.
- Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
- Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
Education
BS - Dental Hygiene
Northeastern University
Certificate - Dental Hygiene
Forsyth School for Dental Hygienists
Skills
- Ultrasonic instrumentation
- Periodontal therapy
- Oral cancer screening
- Sealant application
- Patient relationship building
- Patient education
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Digital radiographs
- Treatment Planning
- Nutrition counseling
- Dental software proficiency
- Excellent communication
- Patient needs assessment
- Problem-solving
Certification
- CPR/BLS
- OHSA training Annually
- Yankee Dental Meetings
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentists Annual Meetings
- Dolphin Imaging Annual Meetings
Published Article
Early Treatment fo Malocclusion: A Guidance System for
Dental Hygienist
Journal of American Orthodontic Society
Feb 1, 2017
Timeline
Brand Ambassador
Toothlens
01.2023 - 06.2024
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Kristine Seibel, Pediatric Dentist
01.2017 - Current
Associate Clinical Instructor
American Orthodontic Society
01.2010 - 01.2017
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Leonard J. Carapezza, Pediatric Dentist
01.1995 - 01.2020
Certificate - Dental Hygiene
Forsyth School for Dental Hygienists
BS - Dental Hygiene
Northeastern University
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