Harsimaran Sidhu
Beaumont,AB
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate dental hygienist with over five years of experience in providing high-quality patient care. Proficient in a range of dental procedures, including periodontal assessments, prophylaxis, and patient education. Skilled in utilizing advanced dental software such as Gold, Cleardent and Dentrix, ensuring accurate patient records and seamless workflow. Adept at building rapport with team members as well as patients from diverse backgrounds and varying stages of periodontal disease, fostering a comfortable environment that encourages proactive oral health practices.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Southgate Dental Center
Edmonton, AB
11.2019 - Current
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting patient data in Gold/Cleardent dental software.
- Performed duties in accordance with ACDH and applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach and positive rapport development.
- Cared for patients with special needs by providing individualized services, including education related to specific procedures and communicating with caregivers.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions or disease by visually and educating patients about self screening
- Capably performed prophylaxis in the presence or absence of periodontal disease or gingivitis.
Education
Toronto College of Dental Hygiene And Auxillaries
Toronto , ON09.2019
Skills
- Effective organizational, planning and time management abilities
- Demonstrates accountable, ethical practice and professionalism
- Self-directed and exercise strong independent clinical judgment
- Cross-cultural competence and experience working with complex, vulnerable populations
- Soft Tissue Management (STM)
- Digital radiographs
- Treatment Planning and Execution
- Preventive Oral Health Education
- Patient Safety Proficiency
- Dental Prophylaxis
- Dental Charting
- Infection control adherence
Certification
Active registration with ACDH
Active CPR certification
Soft tissue diode laser certification
Languages
English
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Southgate Dental Center
11.2019 - Current
Toronto College of Dental Hygiene And Auxillaries