Shayna Tasani
Wailuku
Summary
Dedicated Registered Dental Hygienist skilled in patient screening, non-surgical periodontal therapy, and effective patient education. Committed to providing compassionate care and managing dental anxiety for patients of all ages.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Children's Dentistry of Maui
Wailuku
07.2023 - Current
- Provide routine cleanings, fluoride applications, and sealants for children aged 0 to 14 years.
- Educated parents and guardians of pediatric patients about proper oral hygiene techniques for their children.
- Successfully manage patients with dental anxiety and special needs through gentle techniques and child-friendly explanations.
- Took digital X-rays according to prescribed protocols and standards of care.
Temp Registered Dental Hygienist
Kai Dental
Kihei
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Delivered cleanings, periodontal maintenance, fluoride treatments, and patient education.
- Took digital X-rays and assisted with charting in Open Dental.
- Maintained excellent rapport and ensured continuity of care during staff absences.
Dental Assistant
Pedodontic Associates Inc.
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Assisted the dentists during a variety of treatment procedures such as composite, amalgam, sealants, and stainless steal crowns.
- Carefully set up and broke down the operatory between treatments.
- Managed infection control by preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment in an efficient manner.
- Provided patients with accurate instructions for oral care following dental procedures.
- Performed various office tasks as necessary to ensure a smooth-running office.
- Performed radiographs as needed; Panoramic, bitewings, occlusal xrays.
- Set up trays according to patient needs and plans, and the dentist's preferences.
Education
Associate in Science - Dental Hygiene
University of Hawaii Maui College
Kahului, HISkills
- Patient screening
- Dental procedures
- Prophylaxis
- Non-surgical periodontal therapy
- Fluoride varnish
- Sealants
- Arestin
- SDF
- Medical history evaluation
- Extraoral examinations
- Intraoral examinations
- Behavior Management Techniques (Tell-Show-Do)
- Anxiety reduction
- Local anesthesia administration
- Oral health education
- Preventative techniques
- Digital X-rays & Dental Software (Dentrix, Eaglesoft, Open Dental)
Volunteer Experience
- 12/11/21, Sea of Smiles
- 04/01/21, Outreach Fair at the Boys & Girls Club
- 10/26/22, Maui Food Bank Distribution
- 11/12/22, Hale Makana Outreach Fair
- 11/17/22, Grace Bible School
- 11/17/22, Salvation Army's Thanksgiving Food Pantry
- 04/01/23, Sea of Smiles
- 04/13/23, UHMC Campus Tours; Kihei Charter
Certification
- CPR/BLS Certified - American Heart Association, Expires 02/2027
- Local Anesthesia Certification
- Infection Control & OSHA Compliance Training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Children's Dentistry of Maui
07.2023 - Current
Temp Registered Dental Hygienist
Kai Dental
06.2023 - 08.2023
Dental Assistant
Pedodontic Associates Inc.
08.2019 - 05.2023
Associate in Science - Dental Hygiene
University of Hawaii Maui College