Tamara Lindstrom
Bristol,CT
Summary
Dedicated Registered Dental Hygienist with over 30 years experience providing exceptional patient care in private practice, community health, and academics. Seeking a long term position focusing on excellence in preventive care, patient education and oral/systemic health. Great communication skills and definite team player.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Bencivengo & Ko, DMD, PC
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Managed patient records with accuracy, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Performed dental radiographs for accurate diagnosis and planning of treatments
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development
- Assessed periodontal status of patients using probing techniques, identifying areas requiring further attention or treatment planning modifications
- Utilized ultrasonic scaling devices to efficiently remove plaque and calculus buildup from teeth surfaces
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through participation in continuing education courses, staying current with industry advancements
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix
- Applied fluoride to protect patients' teeth from decay
- Collaborated with dental team members to provide comprehensive care for patients, enhancing overall experience
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer during routine examinations, promoting early detection and intervention when necessary
- Administered local anesthesia as needed for dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort throughout the process
- Cared for patients with special needs by providing education related to specific procedures and communicating with caregivers
- Counseled patients on nutritional choices impacting their oral health while developing customized dietary recommendations based on individual needs
Dental Hygiene Instructor
SUNY Erie Community College
09.2016 - 08.2023
- Provided clinical instruction in all aspects of Dental Hygiene Practice (Pre-clinic-Graduation)
- Clinical Radiology Instructor (Panoramic, PXP, ScanX)
- Didactic/lecture (Dental Nutrition, EIOE, Suspicious Oral Lesion Tracking, Intra-Oral Camera, Power Scaling & Current Issues)
Domestic Violence Advocate
International Institute Of Buffalo
09.2015 - 01.2017
- Provided advocacy/direct services for foreign born survivors of domestic violence
- Direct services included provided survivor advocacy, court accompaniment, petition assistance, benefit assistance, crisis intervention, safety planning, general intake, service assessment and service coordination both onsite and within Western New York
- Other responsibilities included implementation of interagency policies and procedures, community outreach, multi-disciplinary agency trainings, and collaboration with numerous domestic violence organizations to promote agency mission and maximize service delivery goals/objectives
Registered Dental Hygienist
Blue Back Dental
06.2009 - 07.2013
- Complied with HIPAA regulations to maintain client confidentiality and OSHA standards to ensure optimal infection control in practice
- Updated and maintained medical histories and client information on electronic record systems
- Performed preventative oral prophylaxis treatment, nutritional counseling, patient education, periodontal assessment, and management within the scope of practice
- Referred clients to medical practitioners and oral specialists as indicated
- Participated in community outreach and public health events
Registered Dental Hygienist
Community Health Center, Inc.
06.2007 - 07.2009
- Provided outreach, education, preventative dental services and resources to diverse underserved populations in community healthcare settings, school systems, homeless and domestic violence shelters, senior centers, transitional living and mental health facilities throughout the State of Connecticut
- Represented Community Health Center in the New Britain Oral Health Collaborative
- Presented the Community Health Center Inc
- Model for School Based Comprehensive Oral Health Delivery at the 2007 National Primary Oral Health Conference in San Diego, California
- Supervised Tunxis Community College dental hygiene students during clinical rotations in community health settings
Educational Assistant
Tunxis Community College
08.2003 - 06.2007
- Demonstrated and evaluated clinical procedure and practice management to first- and second-year dental hygiene students
- Provided academic and clinical support during student rotations in various community health care facilities throughout Connecticut
- Prepared students for clinical licensure through board examination simulation and evaluation trainings
- Supervised and organized patient care coordination between Tunxis Community College and UCONN Health Center
Dental Hygienist
Charles Bencivengo, DMD & Michael Gaudio, DMD, PC
08.1992 - 08.2005
- Experienced over a decade of clinical dental hygiene practice in a team-oriented environment dedicated to providing optimal oral health care in our community
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
SUNY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT05.2003
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Tunxis Community College
Farmington, CT06.1992
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts & Science
Tunxis Community College
Farmington, CT06.1990
Skills
- Expert in Dental Hygiene Care Process
- Hand Instrumentation & Power Scaling
- Traditional & Digital Dental Radiographs
- Local Anesthesia
- Individualized Patient Education
- Periodontal Charting, Staging & Grading and Treatment Modalities
- Intraoral camera
- Air Powder Polishing
- Fluoride Trays & Varnish
- Sealant Placement
- Ethical Priorities (HIPAA and OSHA Trained)
- Dentrix & Eaglesoft Software
Certification
- CT State Registered Dental Hygienist, 01/01/92 - Current
- NYS Dental Hygiene Licensure, 01/01/15 - Current
- CT State Local Anesthesia Certification, 01/01/11
- NYS Restricted Local Infiltration Anesthesia/Nitrous Oxide Analgesia Certificate, 01/01/22 - Current
- American Heart Association BLS Provider Certificate, 11/01/21 - 11/01/23
- NYS Licensed Master Social Worker, 01/01/15 - Currently Inactive
Summary Objective
Dedicated Registered Dental Hygienist with over 30 years experience providing exceptional patient care in private practice, community health, and academics. Seeking long term position focusing on excellence in preventive care, patient education and overall oral/systemic health. Great communication skills and definite team player.
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Bencivengo & Ko, DMD, PC
08.2023 - 06.2024
Dental Hygiene Instructor
SUNY Erie Community College
09.2016 - 08.2023
Domestic Violence Advocate
International Institute Of Buffalo
09.2015 - 01.2017
Registered Dental Hygienist
Blue Back Dental
06.2009 - 07.2013
Registered Dental Hygienist
Community Health Center, Inc.
06.2007 - 07.2009
Educational Assistant
Tunxis Community College
08.2003 - 06.2007
Dental Hygienist
Charles Bencivengo, DMD & Michael Gaudio, DMD, PC
08.1992 - 08.2005
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
University of Connecticut
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Tunxis Community College
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts & Science
Tunxis Community College
Master of Social Work - Social Work
SUNY At Buffalo
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