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Sheryl Salutes

Livonia,Michigan

Summary

Skilled dental hygienist with proven experience in providing comprehensive oral health care and preventative advice to patients. Possess strong interpersonal skills, adept at creating comfortable environment for patients while efficiently conducting dental cleanings, X-rays, and assisting in dental procedures. Demonstrated ability to improve patient oral hygiene through tailored education and treatment plans. Committed to staying updated with latest dental technologies and practices to enhance patient care and clinic operations.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Dental Hygienist

Metro Dental Specialists
Detroit, MI
01.2023 - Current
  • Developed positive relationships with patients through effective communication techniques.
  • Provided preventive dental care services such as cleaning teeth and instructing patients on oral hygiene techniques.
  • Removed deposits from teeth by scaling and root planing with hand or ultrasonic instruments.
  • Ensured that infection control procedures were followed at all times during treatments.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by following safety protocols set forth by the American Dental Association.
  • Educated patients about proper oral health care, including diet, brushing, flossing, and the use of fluoride.
  • Answered questions from patients concerning their dental needs or concerns.
  • Monitored patients for pain and administered topical anesthetic to numb sensitive areas.
  • Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Ronald Hackett DDS
Wixom, MI
07.2000 - 01.2023
  • Performed administrative tasks such as filing documents or updating patient records.
  • Provided preventive dental care services such as cleaning teeth and instructing patients on oral hygiene techniques.
  • Examined gums and oral cavity for signs of disease. Head and neck assessment cancer screening.
  • Collaborated with dentists in developing individualized treatment plans for each patient's needs.
  • Applied sealants, fluorides, desensitizing agents, topical anesthetics, cavity varnishes, and other restorative materials to teeth surfaces as needed.
  • Ensured that infection control procedures were followed at all times during treatments.
  • Scheduled appointments for follow-up visits with dentists or hygienists as needed.
  • Monitored patient progress during office visits and reported any changes in oral health to dentist.
  • Obtained medical histories from new patients prior to beginning treatment plans.
  • Performed periodontal charting and took intraoral radiographs.
  • Managed sterilization processes for dental equipment according to OSHA guidelines.
  • Participated in continuing education courses related to advances in the field of dentistry.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Great Lakes Family Dental Group-dexter
Dexter, MI
02.2014 - 03.2018
  • Provided guidance and direction throughout the entire process of planning an event.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all stages of planning an event.
  • Assisted with creating promotional materials such as flyers and digital ads for upcoming events.
  • Collaborated with other departments within the organization to develop engaging activities for each event.
  • Worked closely with other members of the team in order to ensure successful execution of every aspect of an event.
  • Provided preventive dental care services such as cleaning teeth and instructing patients on oral hygiene techniques.

Education

Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene

Wayne County Community College
Detroit, MI
06-1996

Skills

  • Preventive care and education
  • Periodontal evaluation and charting
  • Infection control and OSHA compliance
  • Patient communication and relationship management
  • Dental radiography and imaging
  • Treatment planning and patient screening
  • Effective problem solving
  • Attention to detail in procedures
  • Team collaboration and support
  • Local anesthesia and nitrous oxide administration
  • Oral cancer screening and health promotion
  • Geriatric dentistry expertise
  • Multicultural sensitivity in care
  • Nutrition counseling for patients

Accomplishments

  • Magna Cum Laude Graduate
  • Completed patient clinical requirements 3 months early, resulting in assisting instructors in clinic.
  • volunteer work at VA hospital
  • volunteer work at Children's hospital with special needs patients.

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Certification

  • Local and nitrous oxide anesthesia certification
  • BLS certification

Timeline

Registered Dental Hygienist

Metro Dental Specialists
01.2023 - Current

Registered Dental Hygienist

Great Lakes Family Dental Group-dexter
02.2014 - 03.2018

Registered Dental Hygienist

Ronald Hackett DDS
07.2000 - 01.2023

Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene

Wayne County Community College

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