Yvonne Barraza
El Paso
Summary
Registered Dental Hygienist with 16 years of experience in periodontal and implant care. Skilled in advanced laser therapy and committed to sharing knowledge, best practices, and clinical expertise. Recognized for strong patient education skills and a collaborative approach to care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Periodontal Dental Hygienist
Implant & Laser Periodontal Surgery Center
01.2025 - Current
- Provide specialized periodontal hygiene services, including implant maintenance, laser-assisted therapy, and periodontal scaling and root planing.
- Collaborate with periodontists in treatment planning for periodontal and implant cases.
- Conduct comprehensive periodontal charting, oral cancer screenings, and patient risk assessments.
- Deliver patient education tailored to periodontal disease management and implant care.
Dental Hygienist
Smilelife Orthodontics & Dentistry
01.2025 - 01.2027
- Provided comprehensive dental hygiene care including prophylaxis, periodontal therapy, sealants, and fluoride treatments.
- Performed radiographs (FMX, PANO, CEPH) and charting for diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Educated patients on preventive dental care and oral hygiene.
Dental Hygienist
Crossroads Dental Clinic (Dr. Candace Wolf)
01.2025 - 01.2027
- Delivered preventive and therapeutic dental hygiene services to diverse patient populations.
- Assisted in developing individualized patient oral health plans.
- Performed comprehensive dental cleanings using ultrasonic scalers and hand instruments.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene techniques and preventative care practices.
Dental Hygienist/Dental Assistant
Private Practice (Dr. Scott Stein)
01.2025 - 01.2027
- Performed comprehensive dental cleanings and assessments, ensuring patient comfort and care quality.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and preventive care to enhance overall health.
- Collaborated with dental team to develop tailored treatment plans based on patient needs.
Dental Hygienist/Dental Assistant
Eastside Dental Care (Dr. Paul Ro)
01.2025 - 01.2027
- Managed sterilization protocols for instruments, adhering to safety regulations and best practices.
- Documented patient records accurately, maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing workplace safety and patient satisfaction levels.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
El Paso Community College
01.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assisting
El Paso Community College
01.2008
Skills
- Periodontal and implant maintenance
- Laser-assisted periodontal therapy (LANAP, LPD)
- Comprehensive periodontal charting
- Oral cancer screenings
- Patient education & preventive care
- Scaling & root planing
- Ultrasonic & Piezon usage
- Coronal polishing, sealants, topical fluoride
- Infection control & OSHA compliance
Certification
- Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH), CPR Certified
- Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)
- Certified in monitoring of N₂O
- Certified in laser therapy with Millennial Dental Technologies: assisting with L-A-N-A-P therapies, laser pocket disinfection (LPD), and bio-stimulation (2018-09)
- Licensed to administer local anesthetic (infiltration) (2024-11)
- Proficient with Eaglesoft, Dentrix, and Open Dental software
Languages
Bilingual: English and Spanish
Timeline
Periodontal Dental Hygienist
Implant & Laser Periodontal Surgery Center
01.2025 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Smilelife Orthodontics & Dentistry
01.2025 - 01.2027
Dental Hygienist
Crossroads Dental Clinic (Dr. Candace Wolf)
01.2025 - 01.2027
Dental Hygienist/Dental Assistant
Private Practice (Dr. Scott Stein)
01.2025 - 01.2027
Dental Hygienist/Dental Assistant
Eastside Dental Care (Dr. Paul Ro)
01.2025 - 01.2027
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
El Paso Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assisting
El Paso Community College
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