Renata Castro
Lawrence Township
Summary
Dedicated dental hygienist with proven skills in effective communication and team collaboration. Experienced in holistic dentistry counseling and proficient with Athena Health and Dentrix software, driving positive patient outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
RDH
Henry J. Austin Health Center
Trenton
09.2023 - Current
- Administered sealant treatment to improve oral health and safeguard teeth against decay.
- Periodontal evaluation, Prophylaxis
- Local anesthesia/SCRP
- Nutritional counseling
- Managed patient records using Athena Health and Dentrix software to ensure accurate and efficient documentation.
RDH
Princeton Dental Group
Princeton
12.2022 - 07.2025
- Conducted periodontal evaluations and performed prophylaxis to enhance patient oral health.
- Performed dental radiographs and bitewings to facilitate accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Executed sterilization procedures, ensuring a clean and safe clinical environment for patient care.
RDH
Optimal Oral Health Center
Princeton
02.2021 - 01.2024
- Local anesthesia/SCRP
- Periodontal evaluation, Prophylaxis
- Captured and analyzed dental radiographs and bitewings to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Executed sterilization processes for dental instruments, enhancing patient safety and compliance with health standards.
- Sealants
- Performed holistic dentistry counseling and researched best practices to promote comprehensive patient care.
RDH
A. J. Smile Center
Robbinsville
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Periodontal evaluation, Prophylaxis
- Administered local anesthesia to ensure patient comfort during procedures
- Administered preventive treatments to improve patient oral health outcomes
- Conducted dental radiographs to facilitate accurate patient assessments
RDH
DaVinci Dental Arts
Edison
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Administered local anesthesia and performed scaling and root planing (SCRP) to manage patient pain and improve periodontal outcomes.
- Conducted periodontal evaluations and performed prophylaxis to maintain oral health and prevent disease.
- Applied dental sealants to prevent cavity formation and enhance long-term dental health.
RDH
Henry J. Austin Health Center
Trenton
10.2014 - 06.2018
- Local anesthesia, SCRP
- Periodontal evaluation, prophylaxis
- Provided preventive care by applying sealants to patients' teeth
- Nutritional counseling
- Integrative care
- Athena health, Dentrix
RDH
Family Dentistry/Dr. Spielman
Plainsboro
09.2006 - 01.2014
- Performed dental radiographs, including bitewings and panoramic images, to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Administered sealants to improve oral health and prevent cavities in patients.
- Periodontal evaluation, prophylaxis
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
UMDNJ
Newark, NJ12-2005
Skills
- Infection control protocols
- Evidence-based dentistry
- Patient education
- Athena Health software
- Dentrix software
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- First Aid/CPR
- Effective communication
- Bilingual patient communication
- Friendly, positive attitude
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Portuguese
Full Professional
Accomplishments
- Who is Who in in American Colleges
Timeline
RDH
Henry J. Austin Health Center
09.2023 - Current
RDH
Princeton Dental Group
12.2022 - 07.2025
RDH
Optimal Oral Health Center
02.2021 - 01.2024
RDH
A. J. Smile Center
01.2020 - 12.2022
RDH
DaVinci Dental Arts
10.2019 - 03.2020
RDH
Henry J. Austin Health Center
10.2014 - 06.2018
RDH
Family Dentistry/Dr. Spielman
09.2006 - 01.2014
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
UMDNJ