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Samantha Pare

Lagrange,NC

Summary

Dental health professional prepared to bring comprehensive understanding of oral care and patient management to role. Proven ability to perform thorough cleanings and educate patients on maintaining oral hygiene. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability to meet clinic needs, showcasing skills in periodontal therapy and patient communication.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Hygienist

Carlyle Dental
03.2024 - Current
  • Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
  • Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
  • Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
  • Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
  • Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
  • Supported office administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling insurance billing inquiries when needed.
  • Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
  • Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
  • Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.

Dental Hygienist

The Clayton Dental Center
01.2013 - Current
  • Clean calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums, using dental instruments
  • Record and review patient medical histories
  • Examine gums, using probes, to locate periodontal recessed gums and signs of periodontal disease
  • Provide clinical services or health education to improve and maintain the oral health of patients
  • Expose and develop x-ray film
  • Chart conditions of decay and disease and treatment by dentist
  • Maintain dental equipment and sharpen and sterilize dental instruments following OSHA standards
  • Apply fluoride agents to arrest dental decay
  • Maintain patient recalls
  • Remove excess cement from coronal surfaces of teeth
  • Perform routine clerical work following HIPPA guidelines

Dental Hygienist

LaFevers Dental
05.2022 - 03.2024
  • Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
  • Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
  • Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
  • Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
  • Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
  • Supported office administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling insurance billing inquiries when needed.
  • Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
  • Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
  • Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized home care instructions.
  • Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry best practices and emerging technologies within the field of dental hygiene.
  • Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
  • Made and confirmed appointments to promote necessary follow-up care to maintain dental health.

Customer Service Assoc.

Lowes Home Improvement
09.2009 - 12.2013
  • Confer with customers by telephone or in person to provide information about products or services, take or enter orders, and obtain details of complaints

Assistant Store Manager

Burlington Shoes
06.2006 - 09.2009
  • Provide customer service by greeting and assisting customers, and responding to customer inquiries and complaints
  • Direct and supervise employees engaged in sales, inventory-taking, reconciling cash receipts, or in performing services for customers
  • Monitor sales activities to ensure that customers receive satisfactory service
  • Inventory stock
  • Instruct staff on how to handle difficult and complicated sales
  • Assign employees to specific duties
  • Enforce safety, health, and security rules
  • Examine merchandise to ensure that it is correctly priced and displayed

Education

Associate of Arts -

Wayne Community College
Goldsboro, NC
12.2011

Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene

Wayne Community College
Goldsboro, NC
05.2011

High School Diploma -

Eastern Wayne High School
Goldsboro, NC
06.2006

Skills

  • Active Listening
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Time Management
  • Fast Learner
  • Patient/Personal Service
  • Judgment and Decision Making
  • Coordination
  • Ultrasonic instrumentation
  • Periodontal therapy
  • Sealant application
  • Patient relationship building
  • Patient education
  • Infection control
  • Periodontal maintenance
  • Digital radiographs
  • Treatment Planning

Timeline

Dental Hygienist

Carlyle Dental
03.2024 - Current

Dental Hygienist

LaFevers Dental
05.2022 - 03.2024

Dental Hygienist

The Clayton Dental Center
01.2013 - Current

Customer Service Assoc.

Lowes Home Improvement
09.2009 - 12.2013

Assistant Store Manager

Burlington Shoes
06.2006 - 09.2009

Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene

Wayne Community College

High School Diploma -

Eastern Wayne High School

Associate of Arts -

Wayne Community College

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