Dawn Van Dresar
Saskatoon,SK
Summary
Compassionate and detail oriented dental professional with 28 years of experience in the dental field seeking to fulfill the role of Dental Hygiene Instructor on your academic team. I possess valuable skills such as strong work ethic, empathy and sensitivity to all individuals' needs that I believe make me the best suited for this position. I am recognized consistently for performance excellence, leadership, and a pleasant disposition. Proficient with a wide variety of routine and advanced dental procedures and computer skills. Eager to contribute to a positive work environment and be a great team player and critical thinker. My passion and desire in my career is to learn, grow and excel in educating students in the dental field.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Cornerstone Dental
10.2021 - Current
- Conduct and document medical history evaluations and manage patient screening on a daily basis with accurate dental health information and record vital signs including blood pressure measurement
- Formulate, implement and maintain periodontal therapy that explains patients' dental periodontal health status including initial therapy and maintenance therapy
- Excellent clinical and periodontal root planning skills with mechanical and ultrasonic debridement
- High expertise in administering local anesthesia with topical anaesthetic
- Capture patients dental radiographs and provide to the dentist for interpretation and diagnosis
- Educate patients' on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrate techniques for brushing, flossing, and any dental aids
- Chart and document periodontal disease and full mouth probing at every maintenance interval
- Screen patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting the mouth and gums
- Perform selective prophylaxis with rubber cup polish and apply fluoride application
- Implemented infection control protocols and prevention standards as well as prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
- Dental implant care on a regular clinical basis
- Maintain accurate patient records by documenting patient data in Cleardent and Dentrix software programs while following privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy
- Deliver compassionate care and monitor patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport
- Proven success working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
- Care for patients with special needs by providing individualized services, including education related to specific procedures and communicating with caregivers
- Collaborated with dental team members to provide comprehensive care for patients, enhancing overall experience
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through participation in continuing education course, staying current with industry advancements
- Strengthened communication skills by presenting complex information in an understandable manner to diverse patient populations
Registered Dental Hygienist
Circle Drive And 8th Dental
02.2019 - 10.2021
- Regular duties assigned to dental hygienist
- Please refer to Cornerstone Dental office entry for expanded duties.
Part Time Clinical Instructor
University Of Saskatchewan
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Evaluate 3rd and 4th year dental students on all aspects of clinical periodontal discipline
- Provide feedback and support with medical histories
- Demonstration of sharpening instruments
- Observe and give suggestions for patient management
- Evaluate the clinical work performance and competency of the students with a grade in the axium dental software
- Monitor student growth and learning through hands-on activities
- Answer any student questions to promote learning
- Collaborate with fellow instructors to implement best practices to enhance student learning
- Provide immediate and constructive feedback to students individually
Registered Dental Hygienist
Wildwood Dental/Canadian Dental Services
11.2007 - 02.2019
- Regular duties as assigned to dental hygienist
- Please refer to Cornerstone Dental office entry for expanded duties
Registered Dental Hygienist
Prairie Skies Periodontal Group
02.2016 - 10.2016
- Conducted medical histories evaluations and managed patient screening on a daily basis
- Formulated and implemented initial therapy and maintenance therapy
- Excellent clinical and periodontal root planning skills
- Correctly administered local and topical anaesthetic
- Captured patients FMS dental radiographs and provided to the periodontist for interpretation and diagnosis
- Correctly administered localized antimicrobial agents such as Arestin and chlorhexidine for peri-implantitis cases
- Ongoing implant care and oral hygiene instruction
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach and positive rapport
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing, brushing and care of implants.
Registered Dental Hygienist
52nd Street Dental Clinic
06.2001 - 11.2007
- Regular duties as assigned to dental hygienist
- Please refer to Cornerstone Dental office entry for expanded duties
Registered Dental Assistant Level II
Drs. Finningley And Moore
04.1997 - 04.1999
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate
- Documented patients' dental health information, medical history and vital signs
- Prepared bitewing, panoramic and periapical radiological images, allowing dentist to spot cavities, periodontal disease and problem areas needing treatment
- Prepared and arranged instruments
- Set up required materials, including cement, composites and impression scanning
- Performed general chair-side duties to assist with various procedures, including general, endo and oral surgery
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges and other dental prosthetics
- Educated patients on pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care after oral surgery procedures
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions
- Verified proper operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs
- Entered patient data into computer system while following privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy
- Sanitized operatories, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Registered Dental Assistant Level II
Sutherland Dental Office
07.1996 - 04.1997
- Regular duties assigned to dental assistant
- Please refer to Dr Finningley and Moore entry for expanded duties
Education
Accredited Dental Hygiene Advanced Diploma -
SIAST Wascana Campus
Regina, Sk06.2001
Level II Dental Assisting Certificate Program -
SIAST Wascana Campus
Regina, Sk06.1996
Medical Receptionist Program -
Saskatoon Business College
Saskatoon, Sk06.1994
Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- Excellent sound knowledge in all clinical procedures
- Outstanding patient management and patient care
- Excellent independent decision making
- Local anesthetic proficiency
- Problem solving skills
- Proficient in Microsoft office 365, Cleardent and Dentrix software
- Axium Dental software
- Proficient in time management and multitasking
- Proven success working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
- Always willing to lend a hand or volunteer my time when needed
- Take pride in achieving my highest potential ability when given duties on a personal and professional ability
- Proven to be an asset to the team environment and a friendly kind team player and colleague
Hobbies and Interests
- CrossFit Ashlar
- Reading
- Running and walking
- Golfing
- Spending time with family and friends
- Spending time at the family cabin
- Travelling
References
- Francisco J. Otero, DDS, Dip. Perio., Diplomate ABP, Associate Professor, College of Dentistry, 105 Wiggins Road, Saskatoon, Sk, S7N 5E4, fro138@mail.usask.ca
- Dr. Hilary Stevens, DMD, GPR, General Dentist, Wildwood Dental and SHA Prairieview Surgical Centre, #105- 1526 8th Street E, Saskatoon, Sk, S7H 0T3, hstevens9@me.com, 306-227-3959
- Heather Nelson, M. Ed, B.Sc (DH), B.Sc (HS), Dental Assistant Educator, Columbia College Calgary, heather.nelson@columbia.ca, 403-648-2254
Professional Development
- Active and valid License with SDHA
- Othodontic Module June 2021
- Prosthodontic Module June 2021
- Local anaesthetic module 2001
- CPR/AED Level C
- Continuing education courses
- Certificate of training Covid-19 Health and Safety Univerisity of Saskatchewan
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Cornerstone Dental
10.2021 - Current
Part Time Clinical Instructor
University Of Saskatchewan
08.2019 - 09.2021
Registered Dental Hygienist
Circle Drive And 8th Dental
02.2019 - 10.2021
Registered Dental Hygienist
Prairie Skies Periodontal Group
02.2016 - 10.2016
Registered Dental Hygienist
Wildwood Dental/Canadian Dental Services
11.2007 - 02.2019
Registered Dental Hygienist
52nd Street Dental Clinic
06.2001 - 11.2007
Registered Dental Assistant Level II
Drs. Finningley And Moore
04.1997 - 04.1999
Registered Dental Assistant Level II
Sutherland Dental Office
07.1996 - 04.1997
Accredited Dental Hygiene Advanced Diploma -
SIAST Wascana Campus
Level II Dental Assisting Certificate Program -
SIAST Wascana Campus
Medical Receptionist Program -
Saskatoon Business College
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