Nicol Sanford
Walker,MN
Summary
Skilled Dental Hygienist with 21 years of experience in fast-paced, high-volume dental offices. Expert at performing dental examinations, prophylaxis and periodontal treatments . Focused on maintaining dental health and preventing disease through patient education. Friendly with patients while working quickly and efficiently to stay on schedule.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
North Country Dental
09.2020 - Current
- 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.
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Supported office administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling insurance billing inquiries when needed.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized home care instructions.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry best practices and emerging technologies within the field of dental hygiene.
- Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
- Implemented effective infection control measures by sterilizing instruments and following strict protocols for cleanliness.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Conducted oral cancer screenings during routine dental exams, resulting in early detection of potential issues.
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
Dental Hygienist
Dr Scotland Bakke
09.2018 - 09.2022
- 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.
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
- Supported office administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling insurance billing inquiries when needed.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized home care instructions.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry best practices and emerging technologies within the field of dental hygiene.
- Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
- Implemented effective infection control measures by sterilizing instruments and following strict protocols for cleanliness.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Conducted oral cancer screenings during routine dental exams, resulting in early detection of potential issues.
- Utilized advanced digital radiography techniques to capture high-quality images for diagnostic purposes.
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
Dental Hygienist
Northland Smiles
10.2003 - 08.2018
- 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.
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
- Supported office administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling insurance billing inquiries when needed.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
Dental Hygienist
Owen Johnson
06.2003 - 08.2004
- 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.
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
- Supported office administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling insurance billing inquiries when needed.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized home care instructions.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry best practices and emerging technologies within the field of dental hygiene.
- Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Conducted oral cancer screenings during routine dental exams, resulting in early detection of potential issues.
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
Dental Assistant Intern
Carol Winegar DDS / Robert Bender DDS
05.2002 - 08.2002
Dental Assistant
William Middleton DDS / Jeffery Fish DDS
06.1998 - 06.2001
Dental Assistant
Philip Lingle DDS
06.1994 - 06.1998
Dental Assistant
David Peterson
09.1993 - 06.1994
Dental Assistant
Kevin Costley DDS
09.1992 - 09.1993
Education
St. Cloud Technical College
St. Cloud MN05.2003
Prerequisites For Dental Hygiene -
Central Lakes College
Brainerd, MN08.2001
Dental Assistant
St. Cloud Technical College
St. Cloud MN1992
Skills
- Ultrasonic instrumentation
- Periodontal Therapy
- Local anesthesia administration
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Sealant Application
- Patient relationship building
- Patient Education
- Infection Control
- Periodontal maintenance
- Periodontal evaluation
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
North Country Dental
09.2020 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Dr Scotland Bakke
09.2018 - 09.2022
Dental Hygienist
Northland Smiles
10.2003 - 08.2018
Dental Hygienist
Owen Johnson
06.2003 - 08.2004
Dental Assistant Intern
Carol Winegar DDS / Robert Bender DDS
05.2002 - 08.2002
Dental Assistant
William Middleton DDS / Jeffery Fish DDS
06.1998 - 06.2001
Dental Assistant
Philip Lingle DDS
06.1994 - 06.1998
Dental Assistant
David Peterson
09.1993 - 06.1994
Dental Assistant
Kevin Costley DDS
09.1992 - 09.1993
St. Cloud Technical College
Prerequisites For Dental Hygiene -
Central Lakes College
Dental Assistant
St. Cloud Technical College
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