Nicole Russo
Bradenton
Summary
Focused dental hygienist with 10 years of expertise in assessment, treatment and prevention of oral diseases. Highly accomplished in educating patients on oral health, hygiene and disease prevention. Gifted at building relationships with patients by making friendly conversation and ensuring comfort throughout procedures.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1999
1999
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Lake Dental
Bradenton
04.2022 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive dental cleanings and examinations for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and preventative care techniques.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems diligently.
- Collaborated with the dental team to ensure effective patient care and treatment plans.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe clinical environment consistently.
- Provided compassionate patient support, addressing concerns and answering questions promptly.
- Participated in continuing education to stay updated on dental hygiene best practices regularly.
- Performed periodontal charting and took intraoral radiographs.
- Provided preventive dental care services such as cleaning teeth and instructing patients on oral hygiene techniques.
- Removed deposits from teeth by scaling and root planing with hand or ultrasonic instruments.
- Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
- Customized dental prophylactic treatment to meet individual patients' needs.
- Educated patients about proper oral health care, including diet, brushing, flossing, and the use of fluoride.
- Managed sterilization processes for dental equipment according to OSHA guidelines.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Tampa Bay Smiles
Land O' Lakes
11.2018 - 03.2022
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and preventative care techniques.
- Collaborated with the dental team to ensure effective patient care and treatment plans.
- Performed periodontal charting and took intraoral radiographs.
- Provided preventive dental care services such as cleaning teeth and instructing patients on oral hygiene techniques.
- Removed deposits from teeth by scaling and root planing with hand or ultrasonic instruments.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to advances in the field of dentistry.
- Applied sealants, fluorides, desensitizing agents, topical anesthetics, cavity varnishes, and other restorative materials to teeth surfaces as needed.
- Scheduled appointments for follow-up visits with dentists or hygienists as needed.
- Reviewed patient charts before providing care in order to ensure accuracy of information.
- Developed positive relationships with patients through effective communication techniques.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Advanced Dental Arts
Wesley Chapel
11.2016 - 03.2018
- Sole Hygienist at newly acquired practice. Built rapport with existing patients and retained them throughout
- my employment.
- Conducted comprehensive dental cleanings and examinations for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and preventative care
- Scheduled recare appointments
- Treatment planning
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Pasco-Hernando State College
New Port Richey, FL 08.2014 - 05.2016
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Fisher Collegw
Boston, MA 09.1997 - 05.1999
St Bernard’s High School
Fitchburg, MASkills
- Periodontal charting
- Intraoral radiography
- Patient education
- Infection control
- Time management
- Team player
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Lake Dental
04.2022 - Current
Registered Dental Hygienist
Tampa Bay Smiles
11.2018 - 03.2022
Registered Dental Hygienist
Advanced Dental Arts
11.2016 - 03.2018
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Pasco-Hernando State College
08.2014 - 05.2016
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Fisher Collegw
09.1997 - 05.1999
St Bernard’s High School