OSCAR G MIRANDA
Dental Hygienist at Hood St, Hollywood, FL

palm beach state college - Lake Worth, FL
BS. in dental hygiene PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE - Lake Worth, FL
BACH DEGREE in DENTAL HYGIENE

Provide prophylaxis treatment to patients in a variety of situations; teeth cleaning, gum massage, oral hygiene education and periodontal scaling Perform diagnostic and panoramic x-rays, digital imaging, interpreting dental radiographs Administer Novocain prior to painful procedures Prepare patients for surgical procedures Thoroughly review health history, noting contraindications and other health concerns as needed Intra/extraoral exam, periodontal evaluation and treatment development Gentle instrumentation and optimal removal of plaque, tartar, and bacteria above and below the gum line Treat gingivitis and periodontitis with following periomaintenance Utilize cavitron, piezo, and titan sonic scalers, hand scale periodontal patients with type I to type IV periodontal disease Administer local anesthetic agents and nitrous oxide Zoom whitening procedures, fabrication of whitening trays Provide and adequately apply cavity prevention agents such as fluoride and sealants Instruct proper home care techniques, specifically crafted for each patient Compose narratives for insurance companies and documentation for health records Utilize Dentrix software to set up recall appointments Performed hygiene procedures on patients Acted as an oral health educator and as an auxiliary to the dentists. Provided preventive, therapeutic and educational methods for controlling oral disease as an aid to patients. Worked in various settings Dental clinic, lab and front office. Assisted the Dentist in examining the teeth and gums of patient for possible symptoms of disease and soreness Conducted minor treatments in presence of the Dentists by carrying out X-Rays and taking impressions Performed basic functions of cleaning teeth and gums by using dental tools and equipments Attended seminars and schools with Dentists to spread awareness about dental care in children and adults Studied cases and researches to gain knowledge about dental treatments, services and care Maintained an documented records of treatments and conditions of patients on a daily basis