Sandra Hevia
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Professional with comprehensive experience in dental care, specializing in patient oral health and preventive treatments. Known for strong collaboration within teams and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring reliable performance and consistent results. Skilled in patient education, periodontal therapy, and use of advanced dental technology. Expert in local anesthesia administration and periodontal evaluations, enhancing patient care and comfort. Proven ability to educate diverse populations on oral hygiene, fostering long-term health. Bilingual in Spanish, facilitating effective communication with patients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
East Colonial Dental Studio
12.2022 - Current
- Performed comprehensive dental cleanings and prophylaxis for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene techniques and preventive care strategies.
- Conducted periodontal assessments and documented findings in patient records.
- Assisted dentists during procedures, ensuring efficient workflow and patient comfort.
- Collaborated with dental team to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
- Conducted dental X-rays for diagnostic purposes, ensuring accurate treatment planning.
- Improved appointment availability by optimizing scheduling system, reducing wait times for patients.
- Implemented effective infection control measures by sterilizing instruments and following strict protocols for cleanliness.
- Supported office administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling insurance billing inquiries when needed.
Dental Hygienist
Feoli Dental
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Maintained sterilization protocols and infection control standards to enhance safety.
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
Dental Assistant
Miro Dental
07.2017 - 10.2021
- Assisted in patient preparation and comfort during dental procedures.
- Managed sterilization of instruments and adherence to infection control protocols.
- Supported dentists with chairside assistance during various treatments and surgeries.
- Scheduled patient appointments and maintained organized records for efficient workflow.
- Implemented inventory management systems to optimize supply usage and reduce waste.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
- Contributed to comfortable patient experience, offering reassurance and support throughout treatments.
Education
M.D. - Dentist
University of Havana
Havana, Cuba07-2015
Skills
- Registered dental hygienist (RDH)
- Local anesthesia administration
- Ultrasonic instrumentation
- Sealant application, fluoride treatments, irrigations, whitenings
- Periodontal evaluation, Oral cancer screening, Infection control
- Digital radiography, dental charting, insurance claims, treatment Planning, dental impression
- Patient education, prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, FMD and Root planning and scaling expertise
- Dental software proficiency, Eaglesoft, Dentrix, Open Dental, Sidexis, Vyne Dental
- Fluent Spanish
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
East Colonial Dental Studio
12.2022 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Feoli Dental
10.2021 - 12.2022
Dental Assistant
Miro Dental
07.2017 - 10.2021
M.D. - Dentist
University of Havana