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Tasha Gutierrez

Santa Maria

Summary

Experienced and compassionate registered dental hygienist with over 15 years of clinical practice in general and family dentistry. Skilled in periodontal therapy, laser treatment, and helping nervous patients feel at ease. Strong focus on patient education, prevention, and a collaborative team approach.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Dental Hygienist

Santa Barbara Family Dentistry
Santa Maria
09.2009 - Current

Performed comprehensive dental cleanings including scaling, root planning, prophylaxis and periodontal therapies for diverse patient needs.

  • Conducted comprehensive periodontal assessment's and developed individualized treatments plans.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and preventive care techniques.
  • Collaborated closely with dentists to address patient concerns.
  • Maintained sterilization protocols and infection control standards in the clinic environment.
  • Utilized digital radiography to capture accurate dental images for assessments.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient treatments and updated medical history utilizing electronic health records systems.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. R. Turton
Santa Maria
09.2009 - 05.2010
  • Performed comprehensive dental cleanings, including scaling, root planNing, prophylaxis and periodontal therapies for diverse patient needs.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Yu And Associates
Santa Maria
09.2009 - 05.2010
  • Performed comprehensive dental cleanings and periodontal therapies for diverse patient needs.

Registered Dental Hygienist: Temporary

Dr. S. Kim
Santa Maria
09.2009 - 02.2010
  • Performed comprehensive dental cleanings including scaling, root planning, prophylaxis and periodontal therapies for diverse patient needs.

Registered Dental Hygienist: Temporary

Dr. Beall
Santa Maria
09.2009 - 12.2009
  • Performed comprehensive dental cleanings including scaling, root planning, prophylaxis and periodontal therapies for diverse patient needs.

Education

Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene

Taft College
Taft, CA
05-2009

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CA
05-2007

Certificate - Dental Assisting

Bryman Institute
Phoenix, AZ
05-1992

High School Diploma -

Ernest Rightti High School
Santa Maria, CA
06-1991

Skills

  • Periodontal assessment
  • Digital radiography
  • Infection control
  • Electronic health records, Eaglesoft, Open Dental, XDR Imaging
  • Patient education
  • Treatment planning
  • Laser Therapy
  • Applying fluoride treatments and sealants

Certification

  • Registered Dental Hygienist - California (License #24761) Authorized for local anesthesia, nitrous oxide administration and soft tissue curettage, as part of state licensure.
  • Laser Certification - Level 1, Soft Tissue Surgical & Periodontal Applications, World Clinical Laser Institute, 2011
  • CPR/BLS Certified

Timeline

Registered Dental Hygienist

Santa Barbara Family Dentistry
09.2009 - Current

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. R. Turton
09.2009 - 05.2010

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Yu And Associates
09.2009 - 05.2010

Registered Dental Hygienist: Temporary

Dr. S. Kim
09.2009 - 02.2010

Registered Dental Hygienist: Temporary

Dr. Beall
09.2009 - 12.2009

Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene

Taft College

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Allan Hancock College

Certificate - Dental Assisting

Bryman Institute

High School Diploma -

Ernest Rightti High School
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