Victoria Finton
Azusa,CA
Summary
Registered Dental Hygienist with extensive experience at Loyal Dentistry, specializing in periodontal charting and patient education. Demonstrated success in improving patient oral health through effective scaling and root planing techniques while adhering to strict infection control protocols. Dedicated to providing exceptional care and building strong patient relationships to enhance dental outcomes.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Loyal Dentistry
Arcadia, CA
02.2022 - Current
- Conducted periodontal charting and intraoral radiographs to assess gum health.
- Examined gums for disease signs using probes and specialized instruments.
- Removed deposits from teeth through scaling and root planing techniques.
- Answered questions from patients concerning their dental needs or concerns.
- Provided preventive dental care services such as cleaning teeth and instructing patients on oral hygiene techniques.
- Accurately collected and recorded patient medical and dental histories.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Lal Thanga DDS
Sierra Madre, CA
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Performed periodontal charting and took intraoral radiographs.
- Monitored patient progress during office visits and reported any changes in oral health to dentist.
- Provided preventive dental care services such as cleaning teeth and instructing patients on oral hygiene techniques.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Craig A. Johnson DDS
Sierra Madre, CA
03.1987 - 10.2024
- Scaled and planned deposits from teeth using hand and ultrasonic instruments.
- Provided preventive dental care through thorough teeth cleaning and oral hygiene education.
- Educated patients on effective oral health practices, focusing on diet and hygiene techniques.
- Examined gums to diagnose periodontal disease and screen for oral cancer.
- Captured dental images and X-rays for dentist review of areas of concern.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols during all treatments.
- Recorded patient medical histories, dental histories, and vital signs for comprehensive assessment.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA06-1990
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
Citrus College
Glendora, CA06-1984
Skills
- Periodontal charting
- Intraoral radiography
- Scaling and root planing
- Patient education
- Infection control
- Patient assessment
Affiliations
- I enjoy everything family. I spend a lot of time outdoors. Golf is my newest adventure.
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Lal Thanga DDS
10.2024 - 06.2025
Registered Dental Hygienist
Loyal Dentistry
02.2022 - Current
Registered Dental Hygienist
Craig A. Johnson DDS
03.1987 - 10.2024
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Pasadena City College
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
Citrus College