Dental Hygienist /customer service expert
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Tammy Kousaie
Professional Summary
Organized and detail-oriented Dental Hygienist versed in instructing patients on proper dental hygiene techniques to maintain optimal oral health. Skilled Dental Hygienist with over 20 years experience in fast-paced, high-volume dental offices. Expert in performing dental examinations, prophylaxis, SRP's and patient education. Focused on maintaining dental health and preventing disease. Ready to take next career step with dentist offering opportunities for growth. Work History
Dental One Partners - Dental Hygienist
Aurora, OH
09/2007 - Current
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Reminderville, OH 44202
Skills
Education
06/1987
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
Bachelor of Science: Dental Hygiene
Certifications
Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
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Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
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Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix.
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Removed soft and hard deposits, cleaned and polished teeth using ultrasonic and scalers
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Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
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Carried out advanced dental cleaning services, including SRP's and PMP's.
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Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums using velscope.
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● Digital intraoral and extraoral dental x-rays.
● Interpreted patients dental radiographs.
Successfully completed OSHA, ADA and HIPAA compliance trainings.
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Developed and implemented individualized dental care plans for patients.
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Provided compassionate care and ensured patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach and positive rapport development.
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● Administered and managed successful Soft Tissue Management
● Preventive oral health education
● Root planning and scaling expertise
● Dental prophylaxis
● Periodontal evaluation
● Sealant application
● Dentrix software proficiency
● Dental charting
● Digital radiographs
● Dental disease management
● Charting and clinical documentation
● Preventive dentistry
● Prophylaxis
● Chronic disease management
● Treatment planning
Registered Dental Hygienist in the
midwest region
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● CPR certified
State Department, Us Government - Courier escort
Bangkok, Thailand
08/2002 - 12/2006
Dr Robert Battan DDS - Dr. Robert Battan DDS
Hollywood, CA
07/1990 - 11/2000
July 1990 to December 2000
Dr. Robert Battan DDS Los Angeles, CA
Registered Dental Hygienist
Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review
Manually and visually examine soft tissue to determine periodontal disease and screen for oral cancer
Customized dental prophylactic treatment to meet individual patients' needs
Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride and sealants, to protect patients' teeth from decay
Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products
Accurately collected and recorded patient medical and dental histories Co-diagnosed ailments with dentist to develop appropriate periodontal treatment plans
Scaled, polished and applied sealants and fluorides Maintained proper graphical and perio charting
Examined patients' head, neck and oral cavity for signs of disease Educated patients about proper oral hygiene and prevention of dental diseases
Examined teeth and soft tissue with appropriate dental instruments, x-rays and other diagnostic equipment
Educated patients regarding preventive dental care, plaque control, causes and treatment of dental problems and oral healthcare services Effectively operated x-ra
programs.
● Worked under the umbrella of the State Department, US Government
● Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory Planned and executed escorted top secret material to and from US Embassy in Bangkok and the Bangkok airport.
Top secret clearance
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