ROBERTO GUERRA
Haines City
Summary
Licensed Dental Hygienist in the state of Florida with an international background as a dentist and extensive clinical experience in preventive dentistry, periodontal care, and patient education. Proven ability to work in private dental practices, community health settings, and multidisciplinary teams. Seeking a Dental Hygienist position in Florida to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while strictly adhering to U.S. clinical standards and protocols.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Program Coordinator
Health Come True Foundation
04.2022 - Current
- Coordinate and oversee dental outreach clinics serving underserved communities
- Manage logistics, inventory, budgeting, and staff coordination to ensure efficient operations
- Support delivery of preventive dental services and oral health education programs
- Ensure compliance with infection control, sterilization, and patient safety protocols
Dental Assistant
Cueto Family Dental
Brooklyn
06.2021 - 12.2024
- Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments
- Assisted dentists during restorative, periodontal, endodontic, and surgical procedures
- Updated patient medical histories and dental records accurately
- Reinforced oral hygiene education and provided post-operative care instructions
Dental Professional / Clinical Experience
Luis Beras Porrata Dental Clinic
Monte Cristi
02.2016 - 01.2018
- Delivered preventive dental care and periodontal maintenance to a diverse patient population
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care strategies
- Assisted in restorative and surgical procedures as part of a collaborative dental team
- Maintained strict infection control, sterilization, and clinical safety standards
Education
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) -
Universidad Central del Este
San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic02.2016
Skills
- Dental prophylaxis
- Periodontal maintenance
- Scaling and root planing
- patient education and oral hygiene instruction
- Infection control and sterilization protocols
- Dental charting and documentation
- Chairside assistance
- Team-based clinical care
Certification
- Dental Hygienist License, Florida, DH-34153
- CPR / BLS Certification, American Heart Association
- Radiation Health & Safety Certification, Dental Assisting National Board (DANB)
Examinations And Credentials
- Florida Laws & Rules Examination, Dental Hygienist, Passed
- Integrated National Board Dental Examination (INBDE), Passed
- ADEX Dental Hygiene Examination, Passed
- Dental Hygiene Computer Simulated Clinical Examination (CSCE), Passed
Continuing Education
Dental Hygiene Remediation Program, Saint Petersburg College, Pinellas Park, FL, 05/01/25, 05/16/25, 45, Comprehensive clinical update in dental hygiene patient care and direct clinical services, Periodontal staging and grading, CAMBRA risk assessment, and periodontal therapy, Digital radiography and ultrasonic instrumentation, Oral cancer, head and neck screening, Medication review, pain management, and desensitizing techniques, Ergonomics, clinical documentation, and legal record keeping, Hands-on practice in periodontal instrumentation and clinical procedures
Community Service
- Smiles for Life Foundation, Provided preventive dental services and oral health education in underserved communities, Assisted with patient assessments and reinforced long-term oral hygiene practices
- Bright Island Outreach, Delivered essential dental services to low-income populations with a focus on prevention and education
- Fundación Alcanzando Metas Para Sonreír, Supported dental outreach initiatives emphasizing preventive care, restorative support, and oral health education
Affiliations
Dominican Dental Association
Languages
- Spanish, Native
- English, Proficient (Clinical)
Timeline
Dental Program Coordinator
Health Come True Foundation
04.2022 - Current
Dental Assistant
Cueto Family Dental
06.2021 - 12.2024
Dental Professional / Clinical Experience
Luis Beras Porrata Dental Clinic
02.2016 - 01.2018
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) -
Universidad Central del Este