Shirley Villarreal
3591 Beaufort Court
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. Recognized for excellent patient rapport and keen eye for detail, contributing to positive and effective clinical environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Mission Hills Dentistry
03.2011 - Current
- Assisted in patient education on oral hygiene practices and preventive care.
- Maintained sterilization protocols for dental instruments and equipment compliance.
- Supported the execution of routine dental cleanings and assessments under supervision.
- Documented patient records accurately, ensuring information integrity and confidentiality.
- Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Utilized advanced digital radiography techniques to capture high-quality images for diagnostic purposes.
- Applied fluoride treatments to strengthen tooth enamel and prevent cavities in both children and adults.
- Increased patient trust and comfort, explaining procedures and answering questions with empathy and clarity.
- Conducted oral cancer screenings during routine dental exams, resulting in early detection of potential issues.
- Performed scaling and root planing to manage periodontal disease and promoted long-term gum health.
- Conducted periodontal charting and monitored changes in pocket depths to guide treatment planning.
- Provided ongoing maintenance therapy for periodontal patients, including recall scheduling and follow -up care.
- Achieved high patient compliance rates through effective communications and motivation.
- Proficient intraoral scanning Itero for orthodontic, diagnostic purposes and education to patient to improved case acceptance and understanding of treatment needs.
- Strengthened patient relationships, following up on treatments and providing reassurance.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Dentist
St Martin University
Colombia01-2003
Skills
- Ultrasonic measurement techniques
- Advanced periodontal treatment
- Cancer screening expertise
- Sealant application
- Enhancing patient rapport
- Patient knowledge enhancement
- Infection safety protocols
- Ongoing periodontal care
- Comprehensive periodontal assessment
- Patient oral hygiene education
- Digital radiography expertise
- Patient-centered treatment design
- Fluoride therapy administration
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Dental radiography
- Nutrition counseling
- Experienced with Dentrix software
- Nitrous oxide sedation
- Proficient in stain removal techniques
- Professional tooth whitening
- Efficient appointment management
- Comprehensive radiographic imaging
- Pain control
- Effective multitasking
- Experience with Itero scanner technology
Certification
Registered Dental hygienist RDH
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Mission Hills Dentistry
03.2011 - Current
Bachelor’s Degree - Dentist
St Martin University
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