Experienced Dental Hygienist with 6 years of expertise in all aspects of treatment. I have worked in both fast-paced and slower-paced offices. Skilled in gentle oral care for patients. Quick to build relationships with patients, and successful at working with teammates to achieve care goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Stansell Dentistry & Associates
08.2023 - Current
Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
Supported office administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling insurance billing inquiries when needed.
Made and confirmed appointments to promote necessary follow-up care to maintain dental health.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Wayne County Dental Associates, LLC.
04.2021 - 03.2023
Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach and positive rapport development.
Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Eaglesoft and Dentrix.
Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
Served both adult and pediatric patients
Registered Dental Hygienist
Bailey Family Dental
12.2019 - 03.2021
Learned to work in a fast-paced environment
Learned to work as a team
Served both adult and pediatric patients
Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Houston P. Sterne, DDS
08.2018 - 09.2019
Learned the basics of patient care outside of a school setting
Learned to build patient rapport
Worked in a slower-paced setting
Served both adult and pediatric patients
Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Wharton County Junior College
Wharton, TX
05.2018
Associate of Arts -
Victoria College
Victoria, TX
05.2015
Associate of Applied Science -
Victoria College
Victoria, TX
05.2015
Skills
Rapport Development
Fluoride Application-both tray and varnish
Universal Precautions used
Digital/Conventional Radiographs
Sealant Application
Intra-Oral Camera Operations
Dentrix Software Proficiency
Eaglesoft Software Proficiency
Curve Software Proficiency
Oral-ID experience
Scaling and Root Planing
Sterilization Procedures
Regular Prophylaxis
Bleaching Trays
Piezo
Cavitron
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Stansell Dentistry & Associates
08.2023 - Current
Registered Dental Hygienist
Wayne County Dental Associates, LLC.
04.2021 - 03.2023
Registered Dental Hygienist
Bailey Family Dental
12.2019 - 03.2021
Registered Dental Hygienist
Houston P. Sterne, DDS
08.2018 - 09.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Wharton County Junior College
Associate of Arts -
Victoria College
Associate of Applied Science -
Victoria College
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