Taelor DeVasher
Calumet City
Summary
Dedicated Student Dental Hygienist at Prairie State College, skilled in periodontal assessment and patient communication. Successfully improved patient oral health through comprehensive cleanings and effective oral hygiene education. Proficient in dental radiography and local anesthesia administration, fostering a welcoming environment that enhances patient experience and care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Dental Hygienist
Prairie State College
06.2023 - Current
- Administered routine dental hygiene procedures and treatments.
- Prepared patient for x-rays and gathered x-ray films.
- Managed hygienist schedules with calendaring software to maintain steady patient flow.
- Adhered to confidentiality laws established by [State] and federal government regarding HIPAA.
- Improved patient oral health by performing comprehensive dental cleanings, removing plaque and calculus.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, contributing to better overall oral health.
- Applied fluoride treatments and sealants to protect patients'' teeth from cavities and decay.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere in the operatory by engaging in friendly conversation while maintaining professionalism.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Prairie State College
Chicago Heights, IL05-2025
Skills
- Periodontal assessment
- Local anesthesia administration
- Patient communication
- Dental radiography
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Sealant placement
- Digital X-rays
- CPR certification
- Nutrition counseling
Certification
- BLS CERTIFIED
- OSHA CERTIFIED
Timeline
Student Dental Hygienist
Prairie State College
06.2023 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Prairie State College
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