Professional Summary
Registered Dental Hygienist licensed in British Columbia with demonstrated experience delivering gentle, patient-centered preventative dental hygiene and non-surgical periodontal therapy in fast-paced clinical settings.
Skilled in digital radiography, comprehensive periodontal assessment, and patient education, dedicated to upholding BCCOHP regulatory standards and promoting long-term oral health.
Professional Experience
Fairview Crest Dental Clinic
Vancouver
Dental Hygienist
Jul 2024 – Present
- Perform comprehensive periodontal assessments, including probing depths, clinical attachment levels, and bleeding scores for 6 to 8 patients daily.
- Provide non-surgical periodontal therapy, ultrasonic debridement, and selective hand scaling tailored to individual patient care plans.
- Capture diagnostic digital bitewing and periapical radiographs using Dexis imaging software, minimizing retakes.
- Deliver individualized oral hygiene education, desensitization treatments, and professional fluoride varnish applications.
- Maintain strict infection prevention and control standards in compliance with BCCOHP sterilization protocols.
Granville Ridge Dental Associates
Vancouver
Dental Hygiene Assistant
Jun 2021 – Aug 2022
- Assisted senior hygienists with operatory turnaround, ultrasonic bath cleaning, and autoclave sterilization cycles.
- Managed patient intake, medical history verification, and electronic chart updates within Tracker dental software.
- Educated patients on postoperative instructions and scheduled hygiene recall appointments to support practice flow.
Education
Vancouver Community College
Diploma in Dental Hygiene · Dental Hygiene · Vancouver · Honours · Sep 2022 – May 2024
Completed an accredited 2-year clinical dental hygiene program focused on periodontal therapy, preventative care, and comprehensive oral health assessment.
Completed over 600 hours of direct patient care in the teaching clinic, treating pediatric, adult, and medically compromised patients.
Clinical Projects
Geriatric Oral Health Outreach Project
Jan 2024 – Apr 2024
- Co-designed and presented a community dental hygiene module covering biofilm control and nutritional guidance for 45 seniors.
- Evaluated oral health indicators and demonstrated adaptive brushing devices for residents with dexterity limitations.
Clinical Competencies
Periodontal Debridement
Ultrasonic Scaling
Manual Instrumentation
Digital Radiography
Periodontal Charting
Preventative Patient Education
Infection Control & Sterilization
Local Anaesthetic Administration
Fluoride & Sealant Application
Dental Practice Software (Tracker)
Languages
English
C2
French
B1
Certifications & Licensure
Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
British Columbia College of Oral Health Professionals (BCCOHP) · Jun 2024
National Dental Hygiene Certification Examination (NDHCE)
National Dental Hygiene Certification Board (NDHCB) · May 2024
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada · Apr 2025
Community Involvement
Eastside Community Smile Clinic
Vancouver · Oct 2023 – Mar 2024
- Volunteer Dental Screener
- Conducted free oral health screenings, plaque disclosing demonstrations, and fluoride varnish applications for elementary school students.
- Provided parents with preventative home-care resources and local subsidized clinic referral pathways.