Patricia Lucido
Saint John,IN
Summary
Patient-oriented Dental Hygienist offering over 36 years of experience in a high-volume dental office. Expert at coordinating and carrying out oral care treatments by providing dental prophylaxis, periodontal treatment, digital radiography and intraoral digital scans. Excelled in team collaboration and continued professional development, serving as a mentor and OSHA compliance officer. Patient-focused and quick to build lasting relationships with patients and colleagues.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Elite Dental Partners/ Joel R. Korczak MAGD
1987.11 - Current
- Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in professional manner.
- Supported office administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling insurance billing inquiries when needed.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry best practices and emerging technologies within the field of dental hygiene.
- Implemented effective infection control measures by sterilizing instruments and following strict protocols for cleanliness.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix Ascend.
- Conducted oral cancer screenings during routine dental exams, resulting in early detection of potential issues.
- Utilized advanced digital radiography techniques to capture high-quality images for diagnostic purposes.
- Made and confirmed appointments to promote necessary follow-up care to maintain dental health.
- Assisted dentist with various treatments, ensuring efficient completion of procedures and optimal patient comfort.
- Served as a mentor for new dental hygienists, sharing knowledge and best practices to help them excel in their roles.
- Administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments, sealants and irrigation.
- Served as OSHA compliance officer.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN11.1993
Skills
- Ultrasonic instrumentation
- Periodontal Therapy
- Local anesthesia administration
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Sealant Application
- Digital Radiographs
- Intra-oral digital scans (Itero)
- Nitrous Oxide Sedation
- Dental software proficiency
- Equipment Maintenance
- Relationship Building
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Elite Dental Partners/ Joel R. Korczak MAGD
1987.11 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Indiana University Northwest
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