Gretchell Constantino Del Mundo
Blue Road 209, Mahboula Al Ahmadi, Kuwait
+(63)9182903893, [email protected]
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OBJECTIVE
Seeking a Dental hygienist position, which will require me to utilize my patient care skills and expand knowledge while providing quality oral health care to patients.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
• Over 9 years experienced as a Dental Hygienist
• Hands-on experience in Taking and developing dental radiograph, Oral prophylaxis and Teeth whitening.
• In-depth knowledge of preparing and maintaining the proper dental materials or equipment used for doing oral health care.
• Proven record of preparing and maintaining the patient’s medical history
• Able to maintain comfort and privacy of patents during shift
• highly skilled in maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff
• Demonstrated ability to answer phone and provide information to patients.
• Demonstrated ability to perform well in emergency situations
ACHIEVEMENTS
• Graduated with the award of best in clinical efficiency.
• Passed the licensure exam of dental hygienist valid for working in Kuwait.
WORK EXPERIENCE
May 2017 to Present
New Abha Dental Speciality Center –Kuwait
Dental Hygienist / Dental Assistant
• Delivered expert oral hygiene care to each patient. Provided patients with preventative care techniques to ensure optimal dental health and personal well-being.
• Provided diligent dental and hygiene assistance during surgery, services and cleaning. Maintained equipment and sterilized dental instruments.
May 2013- May 2014
Great Smile Dental Center- Sm manila
Dental hygienist
• Provide exceptional oral hygiene care to a variety of patients. Conduct nutritional and personal hygiene counseling as well as educated on preventative care to ensure health and wellness.
• Care for each patient with personal attention while performing oral prophylaxis and routine oral exams.
• Instructed patients on the best methods for practicing oral hygiene.
• Devised and implemented customized personal treatment plans.
• Delivered fluoride applications.
April 2009 – April 2013
New Abha Dental Speciality Center –Kuwait
Dental hygienist
• Performing documentation and office management activities.
• Patient screening procedures; such as assessment of oral health care conditions, review of the health history, oral cancer screening, dental charting and taking blood pressure and pulse.
• Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays).
• Removing calculus and dental plaque (hard and soft deposits) for all surfaces of all teeth.
• Applying preventive materials to the teeth (e.g. sealant and fluorides)
• Making impressions of patients’ teeth for study casts (models of teeth used by dentists to evaluate patient treatment needs).
• Applying whitening gel to the teeth used for bleaching.
• Assisted in conducting dental surgery, implant, prosthodontics, orthodontics, endodontics, pedodontics and restoration to the patients.
April 2008– April 2009
Medical Dental Test Center- San Juan, Metro Manila
Dental hygienist
•Took patient information regarding medical history and oral health problems.
• Conducting oral examination procedure.
• Assisted in conducting four- handed chair side dentistry procedures.
• Provided safe and expert care for patient regarding oral health needs.
EDUCATION
College Diploma
De Ocampo Memorial College
Dental hygiene
Date graduated: April 2008
CERTIFICATION
Certificate in Basic Life Support Course (BLS)
Certificate in Clinical Efficiency Award
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
• Excellent Communication skills
• Compassionate nature
• Good attention to detail
• Computer literate
I hereby certify that all information written in this document are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Gretchell C. Del Mundo