Robin Schechter-Smith
Summary
I am an experienced, skilled, and personable Dental Hygienist who values being an intricate part of an individuals oral health program. I am known for my big smile, kind heart, and positive attitude which makes me the ideal hygienist, and team player. My passion of helping and educating others has led me to positions in numerous organizations and programs both in and out of the dental field.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Department Of Defense, Medical Command
01.2020 - Current
- Perform routine and periodontal care on Military personnel.
- Maintain accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in CDS and Dentrix.
- Advise and motivate patients on smoking cessation.
- Educate patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrate techniques for effective flossing and brushing.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dental Arts Of Rockland
02.2017 - 01.2020
- Provided comprehensive extra and intra oral exams.
- Performed oral cancer screenings on every patient.
- Designed and implemented individualized periodontal and dental treatment plans.
- Recorded all dental findings using Dentrix.
- Educated patients on the role of plaque periodontal disease, tooth decay, and overall systemic health.
- Instructed patients on proper flossing and tooth brushing techniques.
- Performed all phases of dental hygiene practices with an emphasis on periodontal scaling and root planing.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. Stephen Strell And Yale Barash
10.1993 - 02.2017
- Assessed patients health through medical history review, blood pressure measurement, oral cancer screening, extra and intra oral exam, radiographs, and periodontal charting.
- Communicated and advised patients on dental and periodontal needs.
- Performed all aspects of traditional hygiene practice.
- Presented all treatment plans.
- Designed and implemented successful patient recall program.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Drs. Boyd And Kraus
08.1990 - 10.1993
- Performed all phases of dental hygiene.
- Obtained study models for tooth whitening trays.
- Implemented and designed OSHA compliance program.
- Oversaw hygiene department and all hiring of staff.
Education
Certification - Nitrous Oxide Administration ,Local Anesthesia Infiltration
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY02.2017
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY05.1989
Skills
- Precision scaling and root planing abilities
- Strong communication skills
- Excellent at educating and influencing patients towards better oral health
- Confident public speaker
- Well versed in all aspects of dentistry
- Expert diagnostic skills
- Extensive experience with pediatric and geriatric patients
- Trained in postmortem dental identification
- Trained in Laser Periodontal Therapy
- Highly proficient in digital and traditional radiographic techniques
- Strong computer skills including Dentrix software
- Proficient in the application of pit and fissure sealant, obtaining impressions, polishing restorations, removing sutures, and creating study models
Community and Professional Affiliations
- Past President of the Mid Hudson Dental Hygiene Association
- Part of the Dental Identification Team from 9/11
- Worked with local Girl Scouts educating on oral health care
- Presented oral health educational programs in schools
- Trained Nurturer and Advocate for recently diagnosed cancer patients at local hospital
- Worked with the American Cancer Society as a resource for information on the oral effects of chemotherapy drugs
Certification
- Basic Life Support, American Red Cross - October 2023
- Periodontal Laser Therapy- Dr. Fred Milton-August 2019
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Department Of Defense, Medical Command
01.2020 - Current
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dental Arts Of Rockland
02.2017 - 01.2020
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. Stephen Strell And Yale Barash
10.1993 - 02.2017
Registered Dental Hygienist
Drs. Boyd And Kraus
08.1990 - 10.1993
Certification - Nitrous Oxide Administration ,Local Anesthesia Infiltration
Hudson Valley Community College
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Hudson Valley Community College
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