Tammy Patterson
Junee Gardy DDS
Fort Myers,FL
35
years of professional experience
I am a dedicated dental hygienist with 30 years experience at one office in Michigan and another 3+ years here in Florida. I am skilled in hand scaling, ultrasonic scaling and SRP/periodontal therapy. I pride myself on building strong patient relationships and providing compassionate care, ensuring patient comfort while promoting effective oral health practices. My CE, CPR and RDH license are all current. I am reliable, happy and eager to work.
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
3 Years 6 Months- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Performed comprehensive dental cleanings and assessments to maintain patient oral health.
- Educated patients on effective oral hygiene practices and preventative care strategies.
- 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.
- Provided exceptional patient care by establishing rapport and addressing anxieties or concerns.
- 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.
- Improved patient oral health by providing thorough dental cleanings and assessments.
Registered Dental Hygienist
30 Years 4 Months- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
- Counseled patients on nutritional choices impacting their oral health while developing customized dietary recommendations based on individual needs.
- Managed patient records with accuracy, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Administered local anesthesia as needed for dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort throughout the process.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Skills
Root planning and scaling expertise
Periodontal assessment
Dentrix software proficiency
Sealant application
Local anesthesia administration
Oral cancer screening
Digital radiographs
Ultrasonic scaling
Periodontal therapy
Oral hygiene instruction
Medical history review
Dental prophylaxis
Dental charting
Dental disease management
OSHA and infection control adherence
Fluoride treatment
Medical history documentation
Nitrous oxide sedation
Patient relationship building
Oraqix anesthetic expertise
Periodontal evaluation
Patient communication
Intra-oral camera operations
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Junee Gardy DDS
12.2022 - CurrentRead More
Registered Dental Hygienist
Abe Gershonowicz DDS
05.1991 - 09.2021Read More
Oakland
Associate of Science from Dental Hygiene
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