Rhonda Bushnell
Alamosa
Summary
Compassionate Dental Hygienist with background in preventive care and patient education. Offer expertise in periodontal disease management, radiography, and dental prophylaxis. Known for building rapport with patients, providing personalized oral hygiene strategies, and contributing to overall team success in past roles. Committed to making positive impact on patients' oral health through thorough cleanings and education.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Lon Thurman,DDS
Alamosa
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Performed all types of dental cleanings including prophylaxis, Scaling and Root Planing, and Periodontal Maintenance.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and preventive care techniques.
- Took medical and dental history and recorded vital signs of patients.
- Performed periodontal charting.
- Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
- Administered local anesthetics prior to dental treatments when necessary.
- Sterilized dental instruments before each procedure according to infection control protocol.
- Conducted periodontal assessments to evaluate gum health and disease progression.
- Used digital x-ray technology to capture diagnostic images for patient evaluations.
Dental Hygienist
Relaxation Dental Specialties
Salida
08.2018 - 02.2020
- Performed dental cleanings and examinations for all patients.
- Performed scaling and root planing procedures.
- Conducted periodontal assessments to evaluate gum health and disease progression.
- Performed periodontal charting.
- Assisted the dentist during dental procedures.
- Used digital x-ray technology to capture diagnostic images for patient evaluations.
- Managed patient records and updated treatment plans in the electronic system.
- Collaborated with dental team members to enhance patient care and service delivery.
- Developed treatment plans based on diagnosis and discussed with dentist.
- Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride, and sealants, to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatment plans using electronic medical records software.
- Administered local anesthetics prior to dental treatments when necessary.
- Ordered hygiene supplies needed for daily operations.
- Sterilized dental instruments before each procedure according to infection control protocols.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed follow-up care.
- Took medical and dental history and recorded vital signs of patients.
- Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
- Recorded and tracked hygiene production.
Dental Hygienist
Gentle Dental
Midwest
03.2010 - 03.2014
- Performed routine dental cleanings and examinations for all patients.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and preventive care techniques.
- Maintained sterilization protocols.
- Conducted periodontal assessments to evaluate gum health and disease progression.
- Used digital x-ray technology to capture diagnostic images for patient evaluations.
- Managed patient records.
- Developed treatment plans based on diagnosis and discussed with dentists.
- Performed Scaling and Root Planing procedures.
- Instructed patients in brushing and flossing techniques to maintain optimal oral health.
- Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride, and sealants, to protect teeth.
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatment plans using electronic dental records software.
- Accurately collected and recorded patient medical and dental histories.
- Administered local anesthetics prior to dental treatments for my patients as well as the dentist's patients.
- Ordered supplies needed for daily operations.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed follow-up care.
- Office OSHA Coordinator
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Rose State College
Midwest City, OK 08.1994 - 05.1998
Skills
- Dental cleanings
- Digital x-ray technology
- Local anesthetic administration
- Patient education
- Treatment planning
- Effective communication
- Periodontal evaluation
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Dental charting
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Local anesthesia administration
- Fluoride treatment
Accomplishments
- Graduated from Rose State College with honors as a member of Phi Theta Kappa.
- Member of the 1998 RSC Dental Hygiene Class which was ranked #6 in the nation for Clinical Board Exam scores.
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Lon Thurman,DDS
01.2024 - 03.2025
Dental Hygienist
Relaxation Dental Specialties
08.2018 - 02.2020
Dental Hygienist
Gentle Dental
03.2010 - 03.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Rose State College
08.1994 - 05.1998
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