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Jillian Twardowski

Carol Stream

Summary

Dedicated Dental Hygienist with expertise in comprehensive oral health care and preventative education. Enhances patient outcomes through tailored education and treatment plans. Drives clinic efficiency by embracing advancements in dental technologies and practices.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Hygienist

Premier Dental Center
Naperville
02.2023 - Current
  • Certified and proficient in laser-assisted periodontal therapy, increasing efficiency and patient comfort during treatment.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene, periodontal disease management, and customized home care plans, enhancing patient compliance and retention.
  • Collaborated with dentists, assistants, and practice managers to streamline systems for improved patient flow, scheduling, and case acceptance.
  • Mentored new hygienists and facilitated team onboarding by demonstrating instrumentation techniques, patient communication strategies, and office protocols.
  • Utilize advanced dental tools and technologies like Curodont, Seal & Protect, Periostom, and Arestin.

Dental Hygienist

Wheatland Dental Care
Naperville
04.2019 - 01.2023
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene and dental health, fostering strong patient relationships.
  • Evaluated periodontal conditions and explained disease progression and treatment options to patients and specialists.
  • Delivered standard of care, including administering local anesthetics to ensure patient comfort.
  • Collaborated with doctors to create comprehensive treatment plans, enhancing patient outcomes.

Dental Hygienist

Collins Dental Group, P.C.
Sycamore
08.2016 - 04.2019
  • Assessed oral conditions and implemented appropriate treatments to enhance patient oral health.
  • Evaluated treatment effectiveness and established tailored recall intervals to ensure optimal patient care.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and preventive care techniques.

Education

Bachelors - Health and Human Sciences

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL
05-2026

Associate in Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

Parkland College
Champaign, IL
05-2016

Skills

  • Periodontal assessment & patient care
  • Clinical documentation & treatment planning
  • Patient education & communication
  • Interprofessional collaboration & team support
  • Time management & organizational skills
  • Dependable, positive, and patient-focused professional

Accomplishments

  • Hygiene Director's Club 2024
  • Top hygiene producer in the subregion

Certification

  • Local Anesthesia
  • Nitrous Oxide
  • Gemini Diode Laser

Timeline

Dental Hygienist

Premier Dental Center
02.2023 - Current

Dental Hygienist

Wheatland Dental Care
04.2019 - 01.2023

Dental Hygienist

Collins Dental Group, P.C.
08.2016 - 04.2019

Bachelors - Health and Human Sciences

Northern Illinois University

Associate in Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

Parkland College
Jillian Twardowski