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Lucy Allpress

Alkimos,WA

Summary

Dynamic Oral Health Therapist with extensive experience at Castlegate Family Dental Care, excelling in preventive dentistry and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through tailored treatment plans and effective communication. Skilled in sedation administration and committed to teamwork, ensuring optimal care and improved oral health outcomes for diverse patient populations.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Oral Health Therapist

Castlegate Family Dental Care
07.2024 - Current
  • Performed accurate and timely documentation of patient records, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with industry standards.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by contributing helpful suggestions for improvement initiatives.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through thorough assessments and tailored treatment plans for optimal results. Use of LA and RA sedation
  • Oral health promotion, hygiene, scaling and cleaning, treatment of periodontal disease, root debridement
  • Diagnosis and examination
  • X-rays, stainless steel crowns, cons, fissure sealants, fluoride application
  • Taking impressions
  • Sterilisation

Oral Health Therapist

Dental Health Services
01.2017 - 08.2025
  • Increased early detection of oral diseases by performing routine screenings during regular appointments.
  • Contributed to community outreach efforts by conducting educational presentations about oral health at local schools and community centres.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene habits to prevent future complications and maintain overall health.
  • Continuously upgraded skills through ongoing professional development courses, ensuring delivery of top-quality care to all patients.
  • Reduced anxiety levels in nervous patients through gentle approaches and detailed explanations of treatment options.
  • Improved patient oral health by providing comprehensive dental care, including cleanings, fillings, and extractions.
  • Collaborated with dental team members to provide seamless, multidisciplinary care for patients of all ages.
  • Applied preventive measures like sealants or fluoride treatments to reduce decay rates among paediatric patients.
  • Mentored new staff members by sharing knowledge and best practices in oral health therapy, enhancing the overall quality of care.
  • Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.

Oral Health Therapist

Maven Dental
02.2021 - 02.2022

- Taking and processing X-rays
- Oral exams, diagnosis, and treatment planning
- Perio charting
- Scaling and cleaning
- Subgingival debridement and root planing
- Screening
- Fluoride treatments
- Liaising with dentists and colleagues
- Sterilisation and infection control

Dental Assistant

DB Dental
02.2014 - 02.2017
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Oral Health Therapy

Curtin University
Perth, WA
01-2017

High School Diploma -

Archway Secondary School
Stroud, Gloucester
08-2005

Skills

  • Special needs care
  • Preventive dentistry
  • Paediatric dentistry
  • Periodontal treatment
  • Oral health education
  • Root planning and scaling expertise
  • Sedation administration
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills

Timeline

Oral Health Therapist

Castlegate Family Dental Care
07.2024 - Current

Oral Health Therapist

Maven Dental
02.2021 - 02.2022

Oral Health Therapist

Dental Health Services
01.2017 - 08.2025

Dental Assistant

DB Dental
02.2014 - 02.2017

Bachelor of Science - Oral Health Therapy

Curtin University

High School Diploma -

Archway Secondary School
Lucy Allpress