Rebecca DeCosta
West Bridgewater
Summary
Patient-focused Dental Hygienist bringing several years of experience caring for pediatric and special needs patients through dental hygiene services. Expert in prophylaxis and patient education resulting in reduced dental decay and fewer cavities for patients. Team-oriented with success in building long-term relationships with patients to gain loyal return customers.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Dental Hygienist
Chestnut Dental Associates
Needham
09.2007 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatment plans using electronic medical records software.
- Provided patient education on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive dental care.
- Sterilized dental instruments before each procedure according to infection control protocols.
- Demonstrated use of dental instruments, including scalers, curettes, air polishers, and ultrasonic devices.
- Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride, and sealants, to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Rashmi J. Shah
Brockton
04.2007 - 09.2007
- Performed periodontal charting to record the condition of patients' gums.
- Performed root planing procedures to remove plaque from below the gum line.
- Conducted x-rays to detect potential issues such as decay, cysts, tumors and bone loss.
- Demonstrated use of dental instruments, including scalers, curettes, air polishers, and ultrasonic devices.
- Customized dental prophylactic treatment to meet individual patients' needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Health Sciences
Boston, MA05-2007
High School Diploma -
West Bridgewater Middle/Senior High School
West Bridgewater, MA05-2003
Skills
- Patient education
- Electronic records
- Infection control
- Dental imaging
- Dental prophylaxis
- Ultrasonic instrumentation
- Detail orientation
- Time management
Certification
- Certified in dental radiography
- Certified health care provider and in basic life support
- MA Dental Hygiene License
Timeline
Pediatric Dental Hygienist
Chestnut Dental Associates
09.2007 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Rashmi J. Shah
04.2007 - 09.2007
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Health Sciences
High School Diploma -
West Bridgewater Middle/Senior High School
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