Nicole Hippen
Dental Hygienist
PRIOR LAKE,MN
Summary
I am an experienced Dental Hygienist with 12 years of expertise in preventive dental care. My passion is to establish long-term relationships with my patients and colleagues, prioritizing their needs and providing personalized oral health programs and professional recommendations. I possess strong problem-solving abilities, a thirst for knowledge, and excellent communication skills. I am committed to contributing to team success and achieving positive outcomes and I thrive on new challenges and dedicated to advancing organizational objectives with enthusiasm.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications (RDH, LA, N2O, RF, CPR/AED)
Work History
Dental Hygienist-Full Time
Heidi Brandenburg, DDS
Edina, MN
02.2024 - Current
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Open Dental.
- Utilized advanced digital radiography techniques to capture high-quality images for diagnostic purposes.
- Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized home care instructions.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies and equipment, reducing costs through strategic purchasing decisions.
- Served as a mentor for new dental hygienists, sharing knowledge and best practices to help them excel in their roles.
- Maintained sterile and organized treatment areas to uphold safety and hygiene standards.
- Increased patient trust and comfort, explaining procedures and answering questions with empathy and clarity.
Dental Hygienist - Full Time
Molldrem Family Dentistry
Eden Prairie, USA
09.2022 - 02.2024
- Full time dental hygiene responsibilities included: Acquiring an updated medical history (and other paperwork), understanding the patients chief concern and addressing this first and foremost, taking needed radiographs, periodontal charting, assessing the periodontal status and all other dental needs, completing the prophylaxis (or what is needed/treatment planning what is needed), make a treatment plan for the patients needs, recommendations, and wants, scheduling for their next recall and plans for future appointments, and educating patients on their mouth and how it is recommended to care for it
- Other: adult/child prophylaxis, scaling/root planing, periodontal maintenance, advanced periodontal therapy, sealants, local anesthesia, fluoride application, patient education, sterilization, infection control, patient charting/notes, treatment planning, emergency appointment evaluations, x-rays, Invisalign check up appointments, attachment placement, attachment removal, bond removal, whitening impressions, model/tray fabrication, assisting/preparing for restorative work and assisting through many restorative appointments (fillings, endo, CEREC, EXT)
Dental Hygienist - Full Time
Progressive Dental
Shakopee, USA
06.2013 - 09.2022
- Full time dental hygiene responsibilities included: Acquiring an updated medical history (and other paperwork), understanding the patients chief concern and addressing this first and foremost, taking needed radiographs, periodontal charting, assessing the periodontal status and all other dental needs, completing the prophylaxis (or what is needed/treatment planning what is needed), make a treatment plan for the patients needs, recommendations, and wants, scheduling for their next recall and plans for future appointments, and oral/home care education
- Other: adult/child prophylaxis, scaling/root planing, periodontal maintenance, sealants, local anesthesia, apply fluoride, patient education, sterilization, infection control, patient charting/notes, treatment planning, emergency appointment evaluations, x-rays
Education
Dental Hygiene -
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN05.2013
Skills
- Connecting with patients
- Medical history review
- Digital radiographs
- Dental charting
- Dental prophylaxis
- Periodontal therapy
- OSHA and infection control adherence
- Anesthetic administration
- Nitrous oxide sedation
- Nutrition counseling
- Dental evaluation and assessment
- Patient education and counseling
Certification
- Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene (BSDH) – Accredited Universities.
- Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) - American Dental Association.
- Local Anesthesia Certification - Mn Board of Dentistry.
- Nitrous Oxide Sedation Certification - Mn Board of Dentistry.
- Restorative Functions Certification Mn Board of Dentistry
Timeline
Dental Hygienist-Full Time
Heidi Brandenburg, DDS
02.2024 - Current
Dental Hygienist - Full Time
Molldrem Family Dentistry
09.2022 - 02.2024
Dental Hygienist - Full Time
Progressive Dental
06.2013 - 09.2022
Dental Hygiene -
Minnesota State University, Mankato
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