Yulanda Johnson
Hagerstown,MD
Summary
Dynamic Pediatric Dental Hygienist with extensive experience at Frederick KiDDS Pediatric Dentistry, performing over 3,000 procedures annually. Expert in fluoride treatments and sealant applications, while effectively managing child behavior to enhance comfort. Committed to empowering families through education, fostering improved oral hygiene habits and reducing disease risk.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Dental Hygienist
Frederick KiDDS Pediatric Dentistry
05.2019 - Current
- Perform over 3,000 pediatric dental procedures annually for children aged 1 to 15, including fluoride treatments, sealant applications, and routine cleanings
- Deliver comprehensive oral hygiene education to children and parents to promote dental health, contributing to improved self care and oral hygiene habits and subsequently less bacteria induced disease, among registered patients
- Communicate empathetically with children to manage anxiety and increase comfort during dental procedures, and encourage and empower them to build their confidence for future successful dental visits
Registered Dental Hygienist - Temporary
Various Offices
03.2019 - 05.2019
- Delivered comprehensive dental care for patients of all ages, daily, encompassing cleanings, fluoride applications, periodontal probing, scaling and root planing and education on oral hygiene.
- Performed digital radiographs and intraoral imaging to better assess oral health, collaborating closely with dentist to identify and address potential oral health issues early.
Dental Office and Billing Manager
East Liberty Family Healthcare Center (FQHC)
03.2006 - 12.2012
- Coordinated dental schedules for optimal flow. Maintained both paper and electronic dental charting systems
- Managed, trained and mentored dental administrative staff on procedures, compliance requirements, and
- Managed patient insurance preauthorization requests, decisions and scheduling
- Interfaced with insurance vendors, interpreted benefit summaries and eligibility for maximum practice reimbursement
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Hagerstown Community College
Hagerstown, MD05.2018
High School Diploma - Advanced College Preparatory
Western Senior High School
Baltimore, MD06.1992
Skills
Pediatric oral health care
Patient education and counseling
Child behavior management
Fluoride treatments and sealant applications
Certification
Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Timeline
Pediatric Dental Hygienist
Frederick KiDDS Pediatric Dentistry
05.2019 - Current
Registered Dental Hygienist - Temporary
Various Offices
03.2019 - 05.2019
Dental Office and Billing Manager
East Liberty Family Healthcare Center (FQHC)
03.2006 - 12.2012
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Hagerstown Community College
High School Diploma - Advanced College Preparatory
Western Senior High School