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Taliyah Benton

Ellenwood,GA

Summary

Focused dental hygienist with several years of expertise in assessment, treatment and prevention of oral diseases. Highly accomplished in educating patients on oral health, hygiene and disease prevention. Gifted at building relationships with patients by making friendly conversation, ensuring comfort throughout procedures.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Hygienist

Dentistry for Children
Stockbridge, Georgia
03.2026 - Current
  • Cleaned teeth and educated pediatric patients at Dentistry for Children
  • Reviewed patient histories and updated dental charts for treatment planning
  • Took dental x-rays and prepared rooms for children's appointments

Registered Dental Hygienist

Aspen Dental
Fayetteville, GA
09.2025 - 04.2026
  • Provide comprehensive preventive care including prophylaxis, periodontal therapy, radiographs, fluoride treatments, and sealants
  • Educate patients on oral hygiene, periodontal health, and preventive practices
  • Collaborate with dentists and clinical staff to ensure efficient, high-quality patient care

Dental Assistant

Aspen Dental
Fayetteville, GA
01.2022 - 07.2025
  • Assisted dentists during examinations and procedures while maintaining a sterile clinical environment
  • Prepared instruments, rooms, and patient records to support smooth clinical workflow
  • Ensured patient comfort and compliance with infection control standards

Dental Assistant / Front Desk Receptionist

Family Dental Care
College Park, GA
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Managed patient scheduling, appointment reminders, insurance verification, and follow-ups
  • Supported front-office operations while assisting clinical staff as needed

Georgia Regional Hospital
Decatur, GA
  • Provided dental hygiene care to adults with mental health needs and developmental disabilities

Mercy Care
Decatur & Chamblee, GA
  • Delivered preventive and periodontal care to underserved, homeless, and uninsured populations

Good Samaritan Health Center
Atlanta, GA
  • Served vulnerable populations with limited access to dental care

DDD Foundation, Inc.
Atlanta, GA
  • Provided specialized dental care to individuals with developmental disabilities

Education

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) - Dental Hygiene

Atlanta Technical College
Atlanta, GA

Dental Assisting Diploma -

Atlanta Technical College
Atlanta, GA

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Prophylaxis
  • Periodontal therapy
  • Scaling and root planing
  • Debridement
  • Radiography
  • Fluoride treatments
  • Sealants
  • Whitening trays
  • Treatment planning
  • Case presentation
  • Dentrix software
  • Dexis software
  • Infection control
  • OSHA compliance
  • Documentation
  • Patient education
  • CPR/BLS certified

Timeline

Dental Hygienist

Dentistry for Children
03.2026 - Current

Registered Dental Hygienist

Aspen Dental
09.2025 - 04.2026

Dental Assistant

Aspen Dental
01.2022 - 07.2025

Dental Assistant / Front Desk Receptionist

Family Dental Care
08.2020 - 05.2021

DDD Foundation, Inc.

Good Samaritan Health Center

Mercy Care

Georgia Regional Hospital

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) - Dental Hygiene

Atlanta Technical College

Dental Assisting Diploma -

Atlanta Technical College
Taliyah Benton