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Zahra Ghasemi

San Jose

Summary

Licensed Registered Dental Hygienist with seven years of progressive experience in clinical dentistry, including five years as a Registered Dental Assistant and two years practicing dental hygiene. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and a patient-centered approach to preventive and periodontal care. Experienced in adapting to diverse practice environments through temporary and contract assignments. Committed to delivering evidence-based care, maintaining regulatory compliance, and contributing positively to collaborative dental teams. I am highly skilled in supporting patients’ care by ensuring their dental procedures. Fluent in English and Persian.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Hygienist

Cloud Dentistry
07.2025 - Current

Working as dental Hygienist assignments via Dental Temp, Cloud Dentistry.

Scaling, root planing and soft tissue curettage

ITR

Sealant

iTero scanning

Laser treatment for gum improvement and cleaning

Digital X-ray and charting

Patient education and oral hygiene and disease prevention

Infection control

Communication and patient care

Dental Hygienist

Various Dental Practices
San Jose, CA
11.2024 - 07.2025
  • Willow Glen Family dental office, Raoul Shah, DDS
  • Scaling, root planing, and soft tissue curettage
  • ITR
  • Sealant
  • ITero scanning
  • Laser treatment for gum improvement and cleaning
  • Digital X-ray and charting
  • Patient education and oral hygiene and disease prevention
  • Infection control
  • Communication and patient care

Dental Assisting

05.2019 - 05.2024
  • Assisted dentists in providing high-quality dental care that included instrument preparation, setting up trays and placing the materials for procedures.
  • Supported patient care by educating and explaining dental procedures, taking digital x-rays and ensuring their comfort.
  • Performed routine sterilization and infection control procedures to maintain a clean and safe environment.
  • Managed patient records that included scheduling appointments and front office operation as needed.
  • Trained and supervised new dental assistants in practice protocols and safety measures.

Education

Dental Hygiene Program

Carrington College
San Jose, CA
10-2024

Skills

  • Dental Equipment & Technology
  • Sterilization & Disinfection
  • Treatment Room Care
  • Temp crown cements & Dental Impressions
  • Restorative Dental Care
  • Taking Blood Pressure
  • Traditional & digital Dentrix
  • Risk Assessment- CAMBRA
  • Whitening Treatment
  • Specialized Dental Procedures
  • Taking Digital X-rays, Develop, & Mount
  • Coronal Polishing

  • Sealants
  • Orthodontics Screener
  • Local Anesthetic Administration
  • Non-surgical periodontal therapy
  • Preventative Oral Cancer Screening

Certification

  • Laser
  • BLS
  • HIPAA
  • OSHA
  • Coronal Polishing
  • Dental Practice Act
  • Law and Ethics
  • Infection Control
  • Pit and Fissure Sealants
  • Radiology Technique and Safety
  • ITR

Languages

Fluent in English and Persian.

Awards

Positive Impact Award October 2024, For who create real world impact with the positive energy

Timeline

Dental Hygienist

Cloud Dentistry
07.2025 - Current

Dental Hygienist

Various Dental Practices
11.2024 - 07.2025

Dental Assisting

05.2019 - 05.2024

Dental Hygiene Program

Carrington College
Zahra Ghasemi