Rosalie John
Lynchburg,VA
Summary
Dental Hygienist skilled in periodontal charting, dental radiography, and oral health education, with a focus on preventive care, patient communication, and electronic charting.
I have been working an assisted hygiene schedule for the last 3 years. I have strong time management skills and focus on staying on time and on task.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Central VA Family Dentistry
Lynchburg, Virginia
04.2024 - Current
- • Educated patients on oral care to enhance understanding and compliance during family dentistry visits.
- • Assisted with dental cleanings and periodontal maintenance tasks independently.
- • Reviewed patient histories and updated clinical charts.
- Applied fluoride treatments and dental sealants during patient visits to prevent cavities.
- Instructed patients in brushing and flossing techniques to maintain optimal oral health.
- Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride, and sealants, to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Performed periodontal charting to record the condition of patients' gums.
- Customized prophylactic treatment to individual patients' needs.
- Scheduled follow-up care and provided clear post-visit instructions to ensure patient adherence.
- Developed and collaborated on treatment plans based on diagnosis, facilitating effective communication with dentists.
- Studied new and advanced dental hygiene methods and technology by completing continuing education coursework.
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatment plans using electronic medical records software.
- Managed assisted hygiene schedules in a busy dental practice for three years.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Virginina Western Community College
Roanoke, VA05-2003
Skills
- Prophylaxis treatment
- Periodontal charting
- Dental charting
- Periodontal therapy
- Sealant application
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Preventive dentistry
- Patient assessment
- Dental radiography
- Electronic records management
- Dentrix software proficiency
- Ultrasonic instrumentation
- Oral health education
- Patient communication
- Time management
- Soft tissue management
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Central VA Family Dentistry
04.2024 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Virginina Western Community College