Melissa Kulas RDH
Park Ridge
Summary
Compassionate Dental Hygienist with 15 plus years experience committed to delivering comprehensive and preventive oral care. Skilled in developing personalized treatment and home-care strategies. Dedicated to improving long term oral health through tailored communication and patient education.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Favia Family Dental
Arlington Heights, IL
2024 - Current
- Document accurate patient medical, dental and oral cancer screening updates utilizing Dentrix software.
- Perform 8-12 preventive adult and pediatric prophylaxis procedures, applying fluoride varnish and sealants.
- Facilitate peer collaboration for same-day treatment planning through effective digital dental radiograph interpretation.
- Provide Periodontal Therapy to achieve pocket reduction.
- Apply dentinal desensitizing agent to improve patient comfort.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques, nutrition, and recare appointments to enhance patient health.
Dental Hygienist Career Break
Kulas Family
Park Ridge, IL
2008 - 2024
- Resumed dental hygiene career with enthusiasm and commitment after family engagement period.
- Maintained dental hygiene knowledge through online and in person continuing education.
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Michael Sullivan DDS
Elmhurst, IL
1994 - 2008
- Performed 200 plus monthly dental prophylaxis and scaling procedures.
- Attained 95% patient satisfaction rate through effective dental care delivery.
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Peter DiCristofano DDS
Norridge, IL
1994 - 2005
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized home care instructions.
- Implemented effective infection control measures by sterilizing instruments and following strict protocols for cleanliness.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL05.1994
Skills
- Dentrix, Dexis
- Scaling and Root Planing
- Local Anesthesia
- Arestin
- Diode Laser
- Fluoride, Sealants, Desensitizing Agents
- Team Collaborator
- OSHA, Infection Control and HIPPA Compliant
Affiliations
- Member, Sigma Phi Alpha National Dental Hygiene Honorary Society
- Member, ISDS- current
Certification
- Illinois Registered Dental Hygienist License 1994-current
- CPR/BLS 1994-current
- Dental Laser Certified 2024
- Local Anesthetic Certified 2003
- National Board Certification 1994
- Northeast Regional Board Certification 1994
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Favia Family Dental
2024 - Current
Dental Hygienist Career Break
Kulas Family
2008 - 2024
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Michael Sullivan DDS
1994 - 2008
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Peter DiCristofano DDS
1994 - 2005
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
William Rainey Harper College