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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, NY
06.2015

Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
05.2003

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

Tunxis Community College
Farmington, CT
06.1992

Associate of Science - Liberal Arts & Science

Tunxis Community College
Farmington, CT
06.1990

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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