RAQUEL B. MONTOYA
El Rancho, NM,USA
Summary
Dental professional committed to delivering top-notch oral care and patient education. Skilled in performing detailed dental cleanings and fostering strong patient relationships. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability to changing clinical needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Robert J. Manzanares, DDS/Mountain Dental
Espanola, NM
02.2008 - Current
- 95% patient recall retention
- Administered local anesthetics, proper positioning, and good bedside manner to keep patient discomfort to minimum.
- Performed routine oral cancer screenings and noted abnormalities.
- Prepared instruments, supplies, and equipment for routine checkups and in-office procedures.
- Conducted comprehensive dental cleanings and assessments for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices to promote lasting health improvements.
- Screened patients for caries, periodontal issues, and other medical concerns and input information into [Dental Vision].
- Focused on accuracy and maintained professionalism when completing radiography, prophylaxis, and other clinical services.
- Performed scaling and root planning techniques to remove calculus and stains from teeth.
- Applied fluorides and other cavity preventing agents to prevent dental decay.
- Collaborated with dentists to develop customized treatment plans based on patient needs.
- Utilized advanced dental technology to enhance diagnostic capabilities and patient care.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe clinical environment for patients and staff.
Education
Master of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM, USA05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM, USA05.2001
Skills
- Patient screening
- Patient education
- Periodontal assessment
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Administer Arestin to periodontal pockets
- Bilingual in {English/Spanish}
- OSHA compliance
- Instrument preparation
- CPR certified
- Fluoride application
- Periodontal Therapy
- Oral cancer screening
- Sealant application
- Dentrix software proficiency
Accomplishments
- New Mexico Mission of Mercy 2011
- Quentin N. Burdick Rural Health Interdisciplinary Program Recognition - 2001
- High Desert Dental Society, Table Clinics 2001, Oral CDX - Most Innovative
- University of New Mexico, Novitski Buehler Award - 2001
Certification
Gemini Dual Laser Training - 2025 to present
Local Anesthesia (General Supervision)
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Robert J. Manzanares, DDS/Mountain Dental
02.2008 - Current
Master of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of New Mexico
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of New Mexico