Dental Hygienist
Lake Harriet Family Dental · Minneapolis, MN
Aug, 2022 · Present
Deliver prophylaxis and periodontal maintenance for 10–12 patients daily with consistently high satisfaction scores and low no-show rates.
Partner with dentists on SRP treatment plans; improved periodontal case acceptance by ~22% through clear visual education and risk-based recall intervals.
Capture and interpret digital radiographs (bitewing/PA); flag early bone-loss patterns that shortened average time-to-treatment by ~1.5 weeks.
Lead recall outreach and confirmation workflows in Dentrix; lifted 6-month reappointment rates by 14% year over year.
Mentor two new hygienists on ultrasonic technique, local-anesthesia protocols, and OSHA/infection-control checklists.
Dental Hygienist
Twin Cities Smile Studio · Edina, MN
Jun, 2019 · Jul, 2022
Provided scaling and root planing, fluoride varnish, and sealants for adult and adolescent patients across a busy four-operatory practice.
Built trusted chairside relationships that supported 4.9★ online reviews and steady referral volume from existing patients.
Assisted with instrument sterilization audits and quarterly OSHA/infection-control reviews with zero critical findings over three years.
Introduced ultrasonic tip inventory tracking that cut mid-day tray delays and improved first-appointment start punctuality.
Student Hygienist / Community Health Rotation
University of Minnesota School of Dentistry · Minneapolis, MN
Jan, 2018 · May, 2019
Completed supervised clinical rotations in prophylaxis, periodontal therapy, and patient education at the School of Dentistry clinic.
Supported community outreach screenings at Twin Cities schools and free clinics; documented care plans and oral-hygiene instructions.
Assisted faculty with digital charting workflows and radiograph quality checks for student clinic sessions.