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Sahara Abdirahman

Forest Lake,MN

Summary

Compassionate and motivated Registered Dental Hygienist and recent Remington College graduate. Skilled in periodontal assessments, radiographs, prophylaxis, patient education, local anesthesia, and infection control. Experienced in orthodontic assisting, patient communication, and teamwork. Committed to providing comfortable, safe, and quality patient care.

Overview

1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

Clover Health Care
Auburn, ME
05.2016 - 05.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Provided direct patient care to geriatric patients
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding
  • Provided compassionate care while maintaining patient dignity and comfort.
  • Observed patients for changes in condition and communicated concerns appropriately
  • Worked as part of a healthcare team to provide safe and respectful patient care

Orthodontic Assistant

Southern Maine orthodontics
Portland, Maine
02.2020 - 03.2023
  • Assisted with orthodontic procedures, including archwire and bracket placement/removal.
  • Performed intraoral scans and maintained digital orthodontic records.
  • Educated patients and families on orthodontic appliances and oral hygiene.
  • Provided compassionate patient care and effective communication.
  • Collaborated with the dental team while maintaining a clean, organized, and infection controlled environment.

Dental Hygiene Student Clinician

Remington College - Dental Hygiene Clinic
  • Provided preventive dental hygiene care to patients under clinical supervision.
  • Completed medical and dental history reviews and updated patient information.
  • Performed periodontal assessments, probing, charting, and risk assessments.
  • Provided adult prophylaxis, scaling, and periodontal maintenance procedures.
  • Exposed and evaluated dental radiographs according to clinical guidelines.
  • Administered local anesthesia under appropriate clinical supervision and protocols.
  • Provided fluoride treatments and individualized oral hygiene instruction.
  • Educated patients about periodontal disease, caries prevention, nutrition, home-care techniques, and preventive treatment.
  • Maintained accurate and thorough clinical documentation.
  • Followed infection-control procedures and maintained a safe and organized clinical environment.
  • Built positive relationships with patients while helping them feel comfortable during treatment.

Education

Associate - Dental Hygiene

Remington College
Nashville, TN
06-2025

Skills

  • Patient-centered care
  • Compassionate and approachable
  • Strong communication skills
  • Team-oriented
  • Dependable and organized
  • Detail-oriented
  • Comfortable working with diverse patient populations
  • Committed to patient education and prevention
  • Strong infection-control awareness
  • Eager to learn and grow professionally

Certification

  • Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH), Minnesota, TBD
  • Anesthesia & N20 Certification
  • Laser Certification
  • CE Certificates

Email Addresses

jafarrsa19@gmail.com

Timeline

Orthodontic Assistant

Southern Maine orthodontics
02.2020 - 03.2023

CNA

Clover Health Care
05.2016 - 05.2023

Dental Hygiene Student Clinician

Remington College - Dental Hygiene Clinic

Associate - Dental Hygiene

Remington College
Sahara Abdirahman