Patient-focused Dental Hygienist bringing 15 years' experience to growing dental practice. Expert in prophylaxis and patient education. Team-oriented with success in cultivating long-term relationships with patients.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Verber Dental Group
Lemoyne, PA
03.2010 - Current
Accurately collect and record patient medical and dental histories.
Take dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and present to dentists for review.
Perform periodontal charting to record the condition of patients' gums and periodontal health.
Proficiently and confidently perform dental prophylaxis and scaling and root planing.
Apply fluoride treatments to protect teeth against cavities.
Provide patient education on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive dental care.
Establish clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
Administer local anesthetics prior to dental treatments when necessary.
Have experience with Dentrix, Open Dental and Dexis.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA
05-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations/Advertising
Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA
05-2006
Skills
Dental Prophylaxis
Oral Cancer Screening
Digital Radiographs
Patient Education
Periodontal Treatment
Fluoride Application
Anesthetic Administration
Sealant Application
Infection Control
Affiliations
Long distance running and strength training
Playing piano and singing
Crafting
Watching my children perform in ballet and gymnastics
Volunteering at church
Accomplishments
Voted "Simply the Best Dental Hygienist" 2023 in Harrisburg Magazine