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Salena  Bevins

Salena Bevins

Zanesville,OH

Summary

Compassionate and detail-oriented, newly licensed dental hygienist with hands-on clinical training and prior experience as a dental assistant. Proficient in providing preventive dental care, including scaling and root planing, polishing, and patient education on oral hygiene practices. Experienced in assisting with a variety of dental procedures, ensuring efficient workflow and patient comfort. Known for excellent communication skills, a gentle chairside manner, and the ability to build trust with diverse patient populations. Eager to contribute to a collaborative dental team while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Hygienist

Ohio Urgent Dental Care
Grove City, Ohio
06.2026 - Current
  • Provided thorough dental cleanings using ultrasonic scalers and hand instruments.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and preventive care strategies.
  • Utilized the iTero oral 3D scanner and intraoral imaging.
  • Developed rapport with patients to create a comfortable treatment environment.
  • Administered local anesthetics to improve patient comfort during scaling and root planing procedures.

Dental Assistant

Ohio Urgent Dental Care
Grove City, Ohio
05.2021 - 05.2026
  • Assisted dentists during procedures to ensure patient comfort and safety.
  • Sterilized equipment according to safety protocols and infection control guidelines.
  • Prepared dental instruments and materials for various treatments and examinations.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH
05-2026

Skills

  • Patient education
  • Team collaboration
  • Infection control
  • Efficient time management
  • Experience using different dental software (Eaglesoft, Denticon, Epic)
  • Nitrous oxide and local anesthesia certification
  • Arestin certification

Affiliations

Stowe Mission, Columbus Public Health, Special Smiles

Timeline

Dental Hygienist

Ohio Urgent Dental Care
06.2026 - Current

Dental Assistant

Ohio Urgent Dental Care
05.2021 - 05.2026

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

Columbus State Community College
Salena Bevins