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Sarah Granata

SARATOGA SPRINGS,UT

Summary

Dynamic Registered Dental Hygienist with extensive experience at Matthews Dental, excelling in oral cancer screening and patient relations. Proven ability to enhance patient care through advanced periodontal treatment and effective oral health education. Committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality dental services while maintaining meticulous digital radiographs and treatment planning.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Dental Hygienist

Matthews Dental
05.2016 - Current
  • Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
  • Proficient in conducting comprehensive periodontal assessments, including probing depths, recession measurements, and clinical attachment level evaluations.Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
  • Expertise in OSHA guidelines, PPE usage, and proper handling, disposal, and sterilization of contaminated materials.Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
  • Skilled in intraoral and panoramic x-ray utilizing digital imaging systems for precise diagnosis and treatment planning.Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
  • Trained in laser-assisted periodontal therapy, expanding treatment options for patients with gum disease.Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
  • Capably performed prophylaxis in absence of periodontal disease or gingivitis.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on dental equipment and resolved malfunctions by troubleshooting.
  • Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.
  • Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
  • Took and interpreted X-rays to identify cavities, impacted teeth and other dental issues.
  • Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Eaglesoft and Overjet AI.
  • Trained to scan with iTero scanner to assess attrition, recession and alignment of dentition

Registered Dental Hygienist

Monarch Dental
09.2008 - 01.2012

Registered dental hygienist with same skill set and description as above at Matthews Dental.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Highland Dental
01.2007 - 12.2008

Registered Dental Hygienist with same skill set and description as listed above in Matthews Dental

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. David Hincks, D.D.S.
09.2002 - 06.2004

Registered Dental Hygienist with same skill set and description as listed above in Matthews Dental

Registered Dental Hygienist

Gentle Dental, Clifford D. Daines, D.D.S.
06.2001 - 10.2022

Registered Dental Hygienist with same skill set and description as listed above in Matthews Dental

Education

Dental Hygiene

Weber State University
Ogden, UT
05-2001

Skills

  • Oral cancer screening
  • Soft tissue management (STM)
  • Local anesthesia administration
  • Periodontal treatment
  • Patient relations
  • Oral health education
  • Medical history review
  • Digital radiographs
  • Caries assessment
  • Treatment Planning
  • Nutrition counseling

Timeline

Registered Dental Hygienist

Matthews Dental
05.2016 - Current

Registered Dental Hygienist

Monarch Dental
09.2008 - 01.2012

Registered Dental Hygienist

Highland Dental
01.2007 - 12.2008

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. David Hincks, D.D.S.
09.2002 - 06.2004

Registered Dental Hygienist

Gentle Dental, Clifford D. Daines, D.D.S.
06.2001 - 10.2022

Dental Hygiene

Weber State University