DENTAL HYGIENIST SAMPLE RESUME
234 Lombard Avenue, Washington, DC 34902
(609)423-8997
harrylord@gmail.com
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
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6+ years of experience and highly proficient in many areas of the modern dental practice including: Digital
radiography, Intra-Oral camera, Soft tissue management, Ka-Vo Diagnodent usage and Application of
prevention methods such as Topical Fluorides and Sealants
Competent in whitening procedures and instructions for maximizing results with minimal sensitivity
Effective periodontal evaluation and treatment including: Peridontal charting, Sonic and Ultrasonic
instrumentation, Scaling and Root Planning, and Oral Hygiene instruction with motivating dialog
Prior Dental Assistant with willingness and skills to assist the Doctor, chair side or in the lab area
Basic Life Support, Nitrous Oxide Monitoring, and Infiltration Anesthesia Certification
Southeastern Regional and National Dental Hygiene Certification – Lic. #2342 Issued 4/11/14
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ATLANTIC DENTAL SERVICES
Dental Hygienist
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Washington, DC
May 2012 – Present
Full-time Hygienist treating 11 patients daily, skilled in patient assessment, treatment planning and
explanation, executing dental hygiene/periodontal treatment and scheduling follow-up appointments
Evaluate clinical findings, medical history and previous dental records and integrating the information into a
plan for excellent dental hygiene
Trained two new dental assistants in monitoring, ordering, and stocking hygiene room supplies, managing
patient recalls, and cleaning, disinfecting, and arranging work surfaces
Use electronic health recording system for clinical activities and recording oral conditions on dental and
periodontal charts when applicable
APPLABS
Dental Assistant
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Boston, MA
August 2008 – May 2012
Trained on the job in taking and developing x-rays, preparing and sterilizing equipment, taking impression of
patients’ teeth for study casts, teaching appropriate oral hygiene strategies, and office management
Assessed emergency situations, learned emergency protocols, First Aid, and CPR
Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current
literature, in-service meetings and workshops
EDUCATION
AUSTIN COLLEGE
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Dental Hygiene, June 2010
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Austin, TX
Graduated Cum Laude
BARRY UNIVERSITY
Dental Assistant Certificate, June 2008
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Miami Shores, FL
Graduated Summa Cum Laude
Additional Skills
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Patterson Eaglesoft
Digital Radiographs
Administer Local Anesthesia (Certified)
Monitor Nitrous Oxide Sedation
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Oral Prophylaxis
Scaling and Root Planing
Soft Tissue Management
CPR