Danielle Stanley
Dalton
Summary
Experienced Dental Hygienist with 10+ years of expertise in all aspects of treatment, including dental prophylaxis, periodontal treatment and scaling and root planning. Effective communicator with success in teaching patients about oral hygiene and care. Proficient in diagnostic imaging and communicating findings to dentists for further evaluation, diagnosis and treatment. Skilled and committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Four Bridges Family Dentistry
07.2017 - Current
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Applied fluoride, silver diamine fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing, brushing and other individualized recommendations for home care.
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Open Dental.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
- Took and interpreted X-rays to identify cavities, impacted teeth and other dental issues.
- Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
- Worked with the dentist in developing and implementing personalized care plans for dental patients.
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.
Dental Hygienist
Dental Arts of Dalton
05.2016 - 06.2018
- Delivered comprehensive hygiene care including prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planning.
- Administered topical anesthetics to patients' gums to prepare areas being worked on.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
Dental Hygienist
Aspen Dental
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene techniques and disease prevention.
Dental Hygienist
Smiles Of Chattanooga
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
- Utilized diagnodent laser to detect early stages of dental caries.
Orthodontic Assistant
Dr. William Brad Snipes Orthodontics
05.2008 - 08.2012
- Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque, and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
- Prepped examination rooms, sterilized equipment and instruments and maintained appropriate tray setup.
- Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Poured and shaped molds from impressions and trimmed molds in grinder.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN05-2014
Skills
- Administration and monitoring of Nitrous Oxide
- Administration of local anesthetic
- Root planning and scaling expertise, prophylaxis and periodontal treatment
- Nutrition counseling
- Dental charting- Open Dental, Eagle Soft
- Patient education and counseling
- Skilled in patient management and dental anxiety reduction
- Diagnostic imaging
- Oral cancer screening
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Application of silver diamine fluoride, sealants and fluoride
Certification
- Licensed Dental Hygienist - State of Tennessee
- Certified in Administering and Monitoring Nitrous Oxide
- Certified in Local Anesthetic
- CPR/BLS certified
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Four Bridges Family Dentistry
07.2017 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Dental Arts of Dalton
05.2016 - 06.2018
Dental Hygienist
Aspen Dental
09.2015 - 05.2016
Dental Hygienist
Smiles Of Chattanooga
08.2014 - 08.2015
Orthodontic Assistant
Dr. William Brad Snipes Orthodontics
05.2008 - 08.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Chattanooga State Community College