Tina Treece
Gurley,AL
Summary
Registered Dental Hygienist with expertise in root planning and comprehensive periodontal evaluation at New Hope Family Dentistry. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective education and compassionate support. Proficient in Dentrix software, ensuring accurate documentation and treatment planning while fostering a safe and welcoming environment for patients.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
New Hope Family Dentistry
07.2016 - Current
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients' oral health to determine appropriate hygiene treatments.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene techniques, promoting better self-care practices at home.
- Executed infection control procedures to ensure a safe clinical environment for patients and staff.
- Collaborated with dentists to develop tailored treatment plans for individual patient needs.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation of patient treatments and progress in records.
- Administered preventive treatment procedures, including fluoride applications and sealants, to enhance patient care.
- Provided compassionate support to patients, addressing their concerns and easing anxieties.
- Performed periodontal assessments and scaling to improve gum health and prevent disease.
- Maintained and sterilized dental instruments to uphold safety and hygiene standards.
- Managed patient records with accuracy, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Performed dental radiographs for accurate diagnosis and planning of treatments.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques for optimal dental health and prevention of future issues.
Dental Assistant
New Hope Family Dentistry
01.2014 - Current
- Assisted in patient intake by collecting medical histories and updating records for accurate treatment planning.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed the calendar to optimize office productivity and patient flow.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, providing chairside support to enhance procedural outcomes.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists' evaluations.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Prepared treatment rooms by arranging instruments and materials, ensuring readiness for dental procedures.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care, enhancing their understanding and compliance with dental recommendations.
- Coordinated with dental team members to streamline workflows, improving overall office efficiency.
- Started Dental Hygiene school after assisting for a year
Dental Assistant
Dr. Greg Lansdell
03.2000 - 08.2005
- Maintained inventory of dental supplies, placing orders to prevent shortages and ensure operational continuity.
- Monitored patient comfort during procedures, providing reassurance and support to enhance their experience.
- Executed radiographic imaging with precision, ensuring images met diagnostic standards for dentist review.
- Managed electronic patient records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Performed routine sterilization of instruments and surfaces, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Hope High School
New Hope, AL05-1992
Skills
- Root planning expertise
- Comprehensive periodontal evaluation
- Proficient in Dentrix software
- Sealant installation
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Medical history review
- Dental prophylaxis
- Dental charting
- Treatment Planning
- OSHA and infection control adherence
- Fluoride treatment
- Caries prevention
- Periodontal evaluation
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
New Hope Family Dentistry
07.2016 - Current
Dental Assistant
New Hope Family Dentistry
01.2014 - Current
Dental Assistant
Dr. Greg Lansdell
03.2000 - 08.2005
High School Diploma -
New Hope High School