Registered Dental Hygienist delivering comprehensive preventive and periodontal care in a busy dental practice. Manages 5+ patients per day, performs thorough assessments, captures full mouth and panoramic x-rays, and documents treatment outcomes in detailed hygiene notes. Supports patient education, insurance benefit discussions, and strict sterilization protocols.
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
2 Years 10 Months
Maenza Family Dentistry | 01.2024 - Current
Review patient histories weekly to prepare for assessments and identify care considerations.
Manage hourly patient appointments 4-5 days per week while delivering comprehensive dental hygiene care.
Perform Oral cancer screening and comprehensive assessments to support personalized patient education.
Capture Dental radiography and intraoral images, and complete probing, to inform treatment decisions.
Deliver periodontal treatments and local anesthesia administration within established clinical protocols.
Present treatment plans, explain insurance verification, and coordinate appointment scheduling with patients.
Maintain sterilization procedures and detailed hygiene progress notes to support infection control protocols and continuity of care.
Pilates Instructor
1 Year 4 Months
Forward Fitness | 05.2024 - 09.2025
Adapted Pilates routines for varied fitness levels, injuries, and mobility needs in one-on-one and group settings. Gave and explained various modifications to keep clients engaged while still staying safe and preventing injury.
Monitored client alignment and posture during exercises to correct form and reduce strain.
Prepared equipment and class space before sessions to support smooth transitions and consistent instruction.
Maintained a clean, organized studio environment by sanitizing equipment and resetting spaces between classes.
Adjusted session intensity based on client feedback and observed performance during class and recorded attendance and session details accurately to maintain reliable client records.
Registered Dental Hygienist
3 Years 6 Months
Louisiana Dental Center | 06.2019 - 12.2022
Supported a full schedule of patients daily across 5-6 days per week while delivering thorough hygiene care in a fast-paced clinic.
Performed dental hygiene treatments with consistent attention to patient comfort, accuracy, and preventive care standards.
Educated patients on home care routines, reinforcing follow-up habits and day-to-day oral health practices.
Coordinated smoothly with a multi-provider dental team to keep appointments moving and maintain clinic flow.
Applied infection control protocols consistently to maintain a safe, compliant treatment environment for patients and staff.
General Assistant
3 Years 6 Months
Thorson Dentistry For Kids | 06.2015 - 12.2018
Captured radiographs using dental x-ray equipment to support diagnostic review.
Prepared hygiene chairs and operatories before visits, following infection control protocols to maintain a clean clinical environment.
Assisted dental professionals with sealant application, supporting preventive care during pediatric appointments.
Handled patient scheduling, administrative tasks, and clerical documentation to keep the office organized and responsive.
General Assistant
2 Years 8 Months
Caire Dental | 05.2012 - 01.2015
Assisted dental staff by preparing treatment rooms and organizing supplies for daily procedures.
Sterilized instruments and cleaned treatment areas according to infection control procedures.
Supported infection prevention by wiping surfaces, replacing barriers, and following cleanup routines between patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
LSU Health School of Dentistry | New Orleans | 05.2019
GPA: 3.7
Bachelor of Science - RDH Prerequisites
Louisiana State University | Baton Rouge | 05.2017