Ann Young
Memphis
Summary
Compassionate, detail-oriented, driven Dental Hygiene graduate committed to delivering comprehensive preventive care and promoting optimal oral health. Proficient in clinical procedures including periodontal charting, scaling and root planning, radiographic imaging, local anesthesia, and individualized patient education. Recognized for fostering a welcoming, comfortable environment that encourages building patient trust, and working efficiently alongside dental team members to ensure high standards of care in alignment with office values.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygiene Student Clinician
UTHSC Dental Hygiene Clinic
Memphis
01.2025 - 05.2026
- Performed comprehensive periodontal assessments, including probing, charting, and risk assessment
- Delivered prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, fluoride treatments, and sealant placement on diverse patient populations
- Provided preventive and therapeutic dental hygiene services for diverse patient populations
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices, periodontal disease prevention, and nutrition to enhance overall oral health awareness
- Conducted oral cancer screenings and documented clinical findings
- Exposed and interpreted dental radiographs using digital imaging technology
- Maintained strict infection control procedures in accordance with CDC and OSHA guidelines
- Collaborated with dentists and dental team to develop patient-centered treatment plans, ensuring alignment with individual patient needs
Vice President of Operations
Agape North Apparel Company
Memphis
11.2021 - 09.2023
- Coordinated operational systems to enhance process efficiency
- Managed transportation and warehouse team to ensure timely delivery and inventory accuracy
- Maintained collaborative relationship with production facility team to support production goals
- Collaborated with local leaders and businesses to produce apparel for fundraisers
Dental Office Employee
Taylor Family Dental
Murray
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Sanitized rooms and instruments to maintain safety standards during COVID-19
- Assisted dentist with crown preparations and fillings to support patient care
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, TN05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Murray State University
Murray, KY05-2021
Skills
- Proficient at Intraoral scanning and Nomad
- Periodontal charting completed on 95 patients
- Oral cancer screenings completed on 95 patients
- Scaling and root planning completed on 11 quadrants
- Experience in placing sealants and fluoride treatments
- Experience in removing orthodontic wires and bands
- Certified in local anesthesia and nitrous oxide administration in KY and TN
- Patient education and oral hygiene instruction
- Proficient taking full mouth radiographic series, bitewing radiographs, periapical radiographs, and panoramic radiographs
- Prophylaxis completed on 70 patients
Certification
- CPR/BLS Certification
- Local Anesthesia Certification
- Nitrous Oxide Administration & Monitoring Certification
- License Pending, Dental Hygienist, KY, TN
Professional Memberships
Student Member, American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA)
Dental Software Experience
- Dentrix
- Axium
Community Outreach
- Laura Kendall Middle School Outreach Volunteer, Tiptonville, TN -- Provided oral health education and preventive care information to students located within a rural community. Assisted in screenings and patient education for students at Laura Kendall Middle School.
- Mission of Mercy Volunteer Clinician, Memphis, TN -- Provided prophylaxis and debridement procedures to the underserved population of Memphis. Provided patient education and oral hygiene instruction for adults receiving prophylaxis or debridement procedures.
- Encompass Stroke Facility Presenter, Memphis, TN -- Provided stroke survivors within Encompass rehabilitation facility with tools to aid in maintaining oral health. Educated facility employees and patients on the role oral health plays in maintaining systemic health.
Timeline
Dental Hygiene Student Clinician
UTHSC Dental Hygiene Clinic
01.2025 - 05.2026
Vice President of Operations
Agape North Apparel Company
11.2021 - 09.2023
Dental Office Employee
Taylor Family Dental
05.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Murray State University