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ANNETTE MCCOOL

Summary

Skilled Dental Hygienist with 14 years of experience in fast-paced, high-volume dental offices. Focused on maintaining dental health and preventing disease through patient education. I'm a patient-orientated Dental Hygienist and quick to build long-term relationships with patients. I'm especially sensitive towards those patients that are anxious, or have dental phobias. I work quickly and efficiently to stay on schedule, in high-volume dental practices

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Dental hygienist

Rise Park Dental Practice
, Nottingham
06.2016 - Current
  • Assisted in the diagnosis of oral diseases for improved patient health.
  • Improved patients' oral hygiene with regular teeth cleaning procedures.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene practices, enhancing their overall health.
  • Collaborated with dentists to create treatment plans for optimal results.
  • Performed prophylaxis procedures, ensuring thorough plaque removal.
  • Implemented preventative measures to reduce risk of oral disease.
  • Identified signs of gum disease by conducting detailed inspections.
  • Contributed to the maintenance of accurate records, ensuring efficient patient management.
  • Applied fluorides and other cavity-preventing agents to arrest tooth decay.
  • Served a diverse range of patients, promoting inclusivity in dental healthcare.
  • Worked as an integral part of the dental team, optimising service delivery.
  • Kept abreast with latest industry advancements through ongoing professional development.
  • Upheld strict adherence to infection control protocols, prioritising patient safety.
  • Offered dietary advice linked to oral health, boosting client's well-being.
  • Completed periodontal examinations and charting to track disease.
  • Engaged with children and anxious patients using calm and friendly manner.
  • Kept accurate dental records and upheld patient confidentiality.
  • Implemented tooth whitening in line with dentist prescriptions.
  • Cared for patients recovering from major surgery and orthodontic treatments.
  • Improved and developed dental knowledge and techniques through continuing education courses and seminars.
  • Administered anti-microbial therapy for plaque-related diseases.
  • Treated peri-implant tissues and maintained implants.
  • Recommended dental hygiene measures to prevent plaque and decay.
  • Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
  • Explained dental procedures and reassured patients ahead of treatment.
  • Interacted with patients compassionately and empathetically to foster positive, comfortable experiences.
  • Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in, iSmile, R4, Dentally, Exact
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.

Dental hygienist

Arnot Hill Dental Practice
, Nottingham
06.2019 - Current
  • Assisted in the diagnosis of oral diseases for improved patient health.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene practices, enhancing their overall health.
  • Collaborated with dentists to create treatment plans for optimal results.
  • Performed prophylaxis procedures, ensuring thorough plaque removal.
  • Implemented preventative measures to reduce risk of oral disease.
  • Identified signs of gum disease by conducting detailed inspections.
  • Contributed to the maintenance of accurate records, ensuring efficient patient management.
  • Served a diverse range of patients, promoting inclusivity in dental healthcare.
  • Worked as an integral part of the dental team, optimising service delivery.
  • Kept abreast with latest industry advancements through ongoing professional development.
  • Upheld strict adherence to infection control protocols, prioritising patient safety.
  • Offered dietary advice linked to oral health, boosting client's well-being.
  • Completed periodontal examinations and charting to track disease.
  • Engaged with children and anxious patients using calm and friendly manner.
  • Implemented tooth whitening in line with dentist prescriptions.
  • Removed soft and hard deposits and cleaned and polished teeth.
  • Treated peri-implant tissues and maintained implants.
  • Interacted with patients compassionately and empathetically to foster positive, comfortable experiences.
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.

Dental hygienist

Eastwood Dental Practice
, Nottingham
10.2021 - Current

Dental hygienist

Nuthall Road Practice
, Nottingham
06.2018 - 09.2024

Dental hygienist

Jacksdale Dental practice
, Nottingham
04.2024 - Current

Dental hygienist

Features Dental
, Nottingham
04.2024 - Current

Dental hygienist

Dentspa Dental
, Nottingham
09.2010 - 01.2021

Dental hygienist

Ishak dental group.
, Market Harborough, Collingham, Syston
10.2011 - 12.2021

Education

Algonquin College
Ottawa

Skills

  • Periodontal therapy
  • Sensitive patient handling
  • Patient anxiety management
  • Dental disease management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Dental hygienist

Jacksdale Dental practice
04.2024 - Current

Dental hygienist

Features Dental
04.2024 - Current

Dental hygienist

Eastwood Dental Practice
10.2021 - Current

Dental hygienist

Arnot Hill Dental Practice
06.2019 - Current

Dental hygienist

Nuthall Road Practice
06.2018 - 09.2024

Dental hygienist

Rise Park Dental Practice
06.2016 - Current

Dental hygienist

Ishak dental group.
10.2011 - 12.2021

Dental hygienist

Dentspa Dental
09.2010 - 01.2021

Algonquin College

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