Dental Hygienist
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As a dedicated dental hygienist with over six years of experience in the dental field as an overseas-qualified dentist, I am committed to delivering high-quality oral healthcare for all patients and those with periodontal care. Currently awaiting application for registration as a dentist in the UK, I continue to apply my clinical expertise and attention to detail in my role as a GDC-registered dental hygienist. I thrive in team-based environments, support patient-centred care, and am passionate about ongoing learning and professional development. Outside the clinic, I enjoy exploring Mexican cuisine with family and friends, as well as engaging in creative pursuits such as piano playing and oil painting
Dental Hygienist Portman Healthcare Ltd — Aug 2021 – Dec 2023
Kibworth Dental Clinic — Jan 2024 – Present
Dovehouse Dental — Aug 2023 – Present
● Delivering patient education and periodontal care to prevent and manage gum disease
● Providing hygiene treatments including scaling, polishing, fissure sealants, temporary dressings, and x-rays
● Collaborating with dental teams to ensure comprehensive treatment planning and patient follow-up
Dental Nurse Wigston Dental Practice — Aug 2020 – May 2021
JDRM Oakham Practice — 2019 – 2020
Richard Allen Dental Practice — 2017 – 2019
● Assisted dentists during routine and emergency procedures
● Maintained patient records, sterilised instruments, and ensured clinical environments met CQC infection control standards
● Provided chairside support and prepared dental materials for treatments
General Dental Practitioner (Mexico) IMSS – Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social —
Aug 2016 – July 2017
● Delivered comprehensive dental care including diagnostics, restorative treatments, extractions, endodontics, paediatric dentistry, and prosthetics
● Interpreted radiographs, prescribed medications, and performed minor oral surgeries
● Developed treatment plans and educated patients on oral health practices
Diploma in Dental Nursing National Examination Board for Dental Nursing (NEBDN) —
2018–2020
● Awarded: PASS
BSc (Hons) Dental Surgery Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (UANL), Mexico
— 2011–2016
● Degree obtained in 2017 after postgraduate training at IMSS
● Includes theoretical and practical clinical training in all dental disciplines
