Kayla Bush
Scottsbluff
Summary
Compassionate, knowledgeable, and patient-oriented, dental hygienist with almost 3 years experience providing exceptional, individualized patient care. I strive to create a productive work environment by problem solving and being a team player.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Bluffs Family Dentistry
08.2024 - Current
- Enhance patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner
- Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized home care instructions
- Implemented new method of cleaning that is more efficient, less invasive, and more comfortable for patient and clinician
Dental Hygienist
Bridgeport Family Dental
06.2022 - Current
- Deliver high standard of care and monitor patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development
- Provide specialized care for pediatric patients
- Apply preventive materials to protect teeth from decay or sensitivity
- Acquire dental radiographs for accurate diagnosis and planning of treatment. Utilize intraoral camera
- Assess periodontal status
- Continuously update professional knowledge
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques for optimal dental health and prevention of disease
- Develop individualized treatment plans to address specific patient needs and concerns
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Lincoln, NE05-2022
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
Mid-Plains Community College
North Platte, NE05-2018
Skills
- Detailed medical/dental history
- Confident with patient education and making recommendations
- Ultrasonic instrumentation- Cavitron and Piezo
- Periodontal evaluation and therapy
- Local anesthesia administration
- Oral cancer screening
- Sealant and fluoride application for prevention
- Instrument sharpening and maintenance
- Dental Software: Eaglesoft and Dentrix
Certification
Registered Dental Hygienist
Basic Life Support (CPR and AED)
Local Anesthesia
Nitrous Oxide
Guided Biofilm Therapy
Prescriptions for mouth rinses and toothpaste
Completed KOIS Center Precision Periodontal Medicine course
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Bluffs Family Dentistry
08.2024 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Bridgeport Family Dental
06.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
Mid-Plains Community College
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