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Goksu Baltaci

@goksubaltaci

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Registered Dental Hygienist focused on patient education, periodontal care, and laser-assisted, high-quality hygiene.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a patient-centered dental team where I can deliver periodontal-focused hygiene, teach patients clearly, and grow with modern therapies like GBT and laser dentistry—while maintaining safety, teamwork, and consistent high-quality care.

I’m a licensed Registered Dental Hygienist dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-standard care that patients can feel and understand. I build trust quickly through strong rapport, empathy, and clear oral hygiene instructions.

My training includes advanced coursework and hands-on preparation through dental hygiene and community health study, along with repeated academic recognition like the Dean’s List. I bring a patient-first mindset to every appointment, especially when supporting patients with gingivitis and periodontal disease.

Clinically, I’m experienced with digital radiography, oral cancer screenings, soft tissue management, scaling and root planing, oral prophylaxis, and local/topical anesthesia for comfort. I also perform perio charting, follow safety and sterilization standards, and manage nitrous oxide with attentive monitoring.

I stay current with advanced modalities, including Airflow Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT), Laser Dentistry (ALD), Larken Level* Gum Therapy, and CPR/AED readiness. I’m bilingual in English and Turkish, thrive in high-volume teamwork environments, and I’m always focused on growth while supporting the care team and the patient’s long-term oral health.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Registered Dental Hygienist

Current

Virginia Dental Group, PLLC

Provide preventive and periodontal dental hygiene care, including scaling and root planing, oral cancer screenings, and patient education. Support pain control and clinic safety through local/topical anesthesia administration and strict sterilization and safety standards.

Dental Hygiene Scaling And Root Planing Digital Radiography Oral Cancer Screening Airflow Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT)Nitrous Oxide Support

Pediatric Dental Assistant

SuperKids Pediatric Dentistry

Jan 2019 - Jan 2020 (1 year)

Assisted the dental team with pediatric patient care in a high-volume clinic setting. Supported smooth visit flow through chairside preparation and patient support.

Patient Care Treatment Room Setup Team Collaboration Safety Focused Workflow

Teacher Assistant (Infants-3)

Rainbow Child Development Center

Jan 2018 - Jan 2019 (1 year)

Supported classroom activities for infants to 3-year-olds by assisting with daily routines and supervision. Partnered with staff to maintain a safe, nurturing environment for children.

Routine Support Team Collaboration Organization Reliability

Dental Careers 1 Academy

Chantilly High School

Jan 2016 - Present (10 years 2 months)

Completed the Dental Careers 1 Academy program through Chantilly High School to build foundational knowledge for dental-career pathways. Strengthened communication and professional readiness for healthcare environments.

Dental Career Exploration Dental Knowledge Communication Skills

Dental Clinic Internship

Arlington Family Dental Center

Jan 2016 - Present (10 years 2 months)

Participated in the WESTEP Enrichment Internship Program with Dr. Serdar Ozturk, DDS, FAGD at Arlington Family Dental Center. Gained hands-on exposure to dental clinic operations and patient-care workflows.

Clinic Workflow Exposure Patient Support Team Collaboration