Rebecca Snead Reep
Ropesville
Summary
Passionate Dental Hygienist with 28 years of experience in preventive dental care. Personable and dedicated with strong foundation in dental hygiene principles, including periodontal therapy and patient education. Well-versed in dental radiography and proficient in scaling and root planing techniques. Committed to promoting oral health and enhancing patient experiences through compassionate care.
Knowledgeable in identifying oral health issues, like tooth decay and oral cancer, in early stages and communicating findings to dentists for further evaluation, diagnosis and treatment.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Brian K. Alver, DDS
10.2004 - 12.2024
- Managed patient records with accuracy, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.
- Performed dental radiographs for accurate diagnosis and planning of treatments.
- Assessed periodontal status of patients using probing techniques, identifying areas requiring further attention or treatment planning modifications.
- Utilized ultrasonic scaling devices to efficiently remove plaque and calculus buildup from teeth surfaces.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Eaglesoft.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Coordinated hygiene inventory management by tracking supplies, placing orders and verifying receipt of items.
- Collaborated with dental team members to provide comprehensive care for patients, enhancing overall experience.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer during routine examinations, promoting early detection and intervention when necessary.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
- Made and confirmed appointments to promote necessary follow-up care to maintain dental health.
- Administered topical anesthetics to patients' gums to prepare areas being worked on.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Joe Ellis, DDS
03.1999 - 10.2004
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX05-1996
Skills
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Periodontal assessment
- Eaglesoft software proficiency
- Sealant application
- Oral Cancer screenings
- Digital radiographs
- Ultrasonic scaling
- Periodontal therapy
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Medical history review
- Oraqix anesthetic expertise
- Intra-oral camera operations
- Fluoride application
- Topical anesthetic
- Patient charting
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Brian K. Alver, DDS
10.2004 - 12.2024
Registered Dental Hygienist
Joe Ellis, DDS
03.1999 - 10.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Amarillo College
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