Nadia Younes
Davie,FL
Summary
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.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Dr Dennis Sierra
Boca Raton, FL
02.2024 - Current
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Removed plaque and tartar from teeth using hand and mechanical scaler tools.
- Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.
- Conducted dental cleanings and checked teeth for cracked fillings.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed follow-up care.
- Accurately collected and recorded patient medical and dental histories.
- Ordered supplies and maintained inventory levels in the clinic.
- Reviewed medical history forms with each patient prior to beginning treatment process.
- Conducted intraoral exams using mirrors, probes and x-ray equipment to detect any abnormalities or diseases in the mouth.
- Customized prophylactic treatment to individual patients' needs.
- Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Dental Hygienist
Gables Family Dental
Allapatha, FL
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing, brushing and [Task].
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Polished patients' teeth to remove surface stains.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene and care to prevent future dental issues.
- Took and interpreted X-rays to identify cavities, impacted teeth and other dental issues.
- Worked with dentists in developing and implementing personalized care plans for dental patients.
Dental Assistant
Gables Family Dental
Coral Gables, Miami, FL
06.2018 - 11.2019
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Designed dental report card to explain patient dental health status and treatment plans.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
Dental Assistant
Gables Smile
Coral Gables, Miami, FL
06.2017 - 02.2018
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Education
M.D. -
Gran Mariscal De Ayacucho
Venezuela03-2010
Skills
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- X-rays
- Local anesthesia
- Preventive oral health education
- Nutrition counseling
- Fluoride application
Languages
English-Spanish-Portugues
Professional
Certification
- General Dentistry Degree
- Orthodontic Degree, UNINGA, Bauru-Brasil
- Dental Hygienist License
- CRP
- Administration of Local Anesthesia for Dental
Hygienist.
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Gables Family Dental
07.2024 - 12.2024
Dental Hygienist
Dr Dennis Sierra
02.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
Gables Family Dental
06.2018 - 11.2019
Dental Assistant
Gables Smile
06.2017 - 02.2018
- General Dentistry Degree
- Orthodontic Degree, UNINGA, Bauru-Brasil
- Dental Hygienist License
- CRP
- Administration of Local Anesthesia for Dental
Hygienist.
M.D. -
Gran Mariscal De Ayacucho
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