Heather Paul

Hello!! My name is Heather Paul and I have 30 years of experience in dental hygiene, I am passionate about providing exceptional care and education to patients, helping them achieve and maintain optimal oral health. In addition to being a certified dental hygienist, I am also an orofacial myofunctional therapist, allowing me to address airway health and functional issues that contribute to overall wellness. My comprehensive expertise in every aspect of dentistry, combined with my previous experience as a hygiene coordinator, equips me to seamlessly integrate clinical excellence with efficient practice management.

I thrive in a collaborative environment and value being part of a supportive team that feels like family. My dedication to creating positive patient experiences, strong organizational skills, and passion for continuous learning make me a strong fit for the role of Dental Hygiene Coordinator. I look forward to contributing my expertise to enhance the quality of care at Lake Park Dental while fostering a welcoming and efficient environment for both patients and staff.

Thank you for your time and consideration,

Heather

HEATHER PAUL, CRDH, CBDH, OMT

24781 Lambrusco Loop

Lutz, FL 33559

OBJECTIVE:  To obtain a dental hygiene position in a well-established practice that will allow me to utilize my skills to the fullest capacity as a professional.

CAREER PROFILE:  Design and implement non-surgical protocols to systematically evaluate, diagnose and treat patients on their periodontal status.  I am adept at implementing practice-management improvements based on the latest research and the best practices including the use of homeopathic solutions to treat disease via natural products, vitamins, and nutritional counseling. I am also an OMT (Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist), which allows me to help observe posterior tongue ties in relation to airway issues and suggest therapy as needed.  I am a proficient educator with a strategic view of periodontal issues and an ability to communicate in a clear, concise and non-threatening manner.

EDUCATION:

St. Petersburg College                                                                                     1995

Obtained an Associate of Arts and an Associate in Science in Dental Hygiene

CPR Healthcare Provider Certification

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

South Shore Dental Excellence & Kernagis Dental Excellence                        2019 – present

• Eaglesoft 
• Bacterial culturing of periodontal pockets
• Dale-Boneen method of periodontal treatment
• Digital xrays
• MOD I – IV modality of periodontal treatment (No More Bloody Prophy’s training)
• Intra-oral camera & Itero scanner       
• Highest producing hygienist in 3 locations                                     

Friendly Smiles                                                                                                2018 - 2019

• Utilize intra-oral camera proficiently
• Dexis digital xrays 
• Sealants
• Scaling and Root Planings , Arestin
• Perio maintenance 
• Currently doing double hygiene with hygiene assistant
• Dentrix

Dr. Pedro Martinez, DMD                                                                             2016 - 2018

• Dexis digital xrays 
• Scaling and Root Planings , Arestin
• Perio maintenance 
• Easy Dental

Dr. Elizabeth DeWeese DMD                                                                           2012 - 2016

• Utilize intra-oral camera proficiently
• Dexis digital xrays 
• Sealants, bleaching trays
• Scaling and Root Planings , Arestin
• Perio maintenance 
• Increased patient base by creating additional day of hygiene in 6 months
• Dentrix

Dr. James Lamb, DDS (GA)                                                                             2006 – 2008

• Worked on commission (33.3% of everything produced)
• Highest paid hygienist in Dr. Lamb’s career
• Implemented Periodontal program including Arestin and Oraqix  
• Perio maintenance
• Implemented chair-side whitening program and take-home whitening
• Sealants, Night-guard impressions including sleep apnea devices aka Silent Nite by Glidewell
• Dentrix

Dr. Thomas Rockwell, DDS                                                                             1996 – 1997

• Implemented modern whitening program
• Sealants, bleaching trays
• Scaling and Root Planing
• Perio maintenance
• Dentrix

Dr. Richard Lennon, DMD                                                                                1995–2005 

& Van Dyke Dental

Dental Hygiene Coordinator                                                   

• Started practice from ground up         
• Grew practice from no hygiene to full-time hygiene within 2 years
• Implemented all aspects of Periodontal program
• Dentrix and Scan-X 
• Coordinated additional hygiene schedules to accommodate 5 hygienists

I recently became a certified orofacial myofunctional therapist.  I love continuing to grow in all aspects of dentistry and oral health.