Kristina Pelbath
Chapin
Summary
Accomplished Dental Hygienist with a proven track record at RR Dentistry, adept in patient prophylaxis/periodontal maintenance while excelling in patient relationship building. Implemented comprehensive whole health dental hygiene practices, proficient in digital radiography, oral cancer screening, intraoral photography. Consistently delivered personalized, gentle care, alongside a strong commitment to educating patients on oral hygiene.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
RR Dentistry
12.2016 - 11.2024
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and interpreted X-rays to help co-identify cavities, impacted teeth and other dental issues for dentist interpretation and diagnosis.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns using laser treatments and SRPs
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Implemented effective infection control measures by sterilizing instruments and following strict protocols for cleanliness.
Dental Hygienist
Dental Care of Pflugerville
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
- Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized home care instructions.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene and nutrition and provided instructions for brushing, flossing and other preventive care.
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease and established report as a new patient in a new practice
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Temple College
Temple, TX05-2016
Skills
- Patient prophylaxis/Periodontal Maintenance/SRP using Ultrasonic instrumentation- trained and implemented using EMS (Guided Biofilm Therapy)
- Periodontal therapy using Soft Tissue Diode Lasers
- Oral cancer screening using Velscope
- Sealant, fluoride, Arestin application
- Patient relationship building while educating and implementing a customized oral hygiene regimen
- Digital radiographs, dental charting I/O camera, Ka-Vo Diagnodent
- Treatment Planning, charting and eduction in airway/sleep apnea
Certification
Vivos
Healthy Start
Myofunctional therapy
Soft Tissue Laser Management
EMS(Guided Biofilm Therapy)
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
RR Dentistry
12.2016 - 11.2024
Dental Hygienist
Dental Care of Pflugerville
06.2016 - 12.2016
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Temple College
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