Timothy Q. Rushing DMD

• Educated patients on proper oral hygiene practices, leading to improved overall oral health.
• Participated actively within community events promoting oral health awareness and offering dental screenings, highlighting importance of preventive care measures.
• Improved patient oral health by performing comprehensive dental examinations, diagnoses, and treatments.
• Maintained detailed patient records to ensure accurate documentation of treatment plans and progress.
• Performed various dental procedures for diverse clientele, including fillings, extractions, root canals, and crown placements.
• Continuously updated knowledge in field of dentistry through participation in professional development courses and conferences.
• Increased patient retention rates by building trust through transparent communication regarding treatment options, risks, benefits, costs involved during consultations.
• Managed busy appointment schedules while accommodating emergency cases as needed.
• Implemented infection control protocols to maintain safe and sanitary environment for both staff and patients.
• Collaborated with specialists such as orthodontists or periodontists when necessary for optimal patient outcomes.
• Collaborated with dental hygienists and assistants to provide efficient and high-quality care to patients.
• Utilized advanced diagnostic tools such as digital X-rays and intraoral cameras for accurate assessments of dental issues.
• Maintained compliance with industry regulations and standards by staying informed about changes in laws or new guidelines for dentistry practices.
• Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan.
• Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
• Advised patients on appropriate treatment for pain and gave specific home care instructions.
• Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
• Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers, and other problems with oral mucosa.
• Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
• Conducted thorough patient examinations while screening for jaw and tongue cancers by inspecting teeth and soft oral tissues.
• Reviewed patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues.
• Diagnosed nerve and dental tissue damage by conducting careful examinations to determine need for root canal procedures.
• Performed root canal procedures to treat nerve and dental pulp issues and prevent further damage to teeth and gums.
• Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
• Checked growth, development and maxillary changes for verification of typical developmental milestones for age group.
• Supported patient comfort with calm demeanor and individualized pain management.
• Administered care in emergency situations to treat tooth injuries.
• Recorded treatment information in patient charts.
• Protected patients from infectious diseases by using proper masking, gloves and safety glasses.
• Referred patients to specialists such as orthodontists, endodontists and oral surgeons based on individual needs.
• Consulted with other dental professionals to deliver best patient care.
• Took impressions for retainers and appliances.
• Restored teeth by fabricating crowns, bridges and other restorations.
• Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
• Wrote prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications used to treat temporary or long-term dental issues.
• Directed staff handling patients' cleanings and support work for more advanced procedures.
• Adjusted dentures to deliver secure and comfortable fit.

Performed all of duties of last position, with addition of all responsibilities that come with owning and operating my Dental Practice. This included all administrative, corporate, employment and marketing duties and responsibilities. And ensuring all local, state, and federal regulations were managed and adhered to.