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When it comes to maintaining a healthy smile, dental hygienists are your first line of defense. They play a critical role in ensuring your teeth and gums stay clean and healthy, but their job goes far beyond just cleaning. At Park Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Naples, FL, the hygienist team is not only highly skilled but also dedicated to building lasting relationships with their patients and creating a warm, welcoming environment.
What Does a Dental Hygienist Do?
Dental hygienists are licensed oral health professionals who specialize in preventive care. Their primary responsibilities include cleaning teeth, examining patients for signs of oral diseases like gingivitis, and providing other preventative dental care. They also educate patients on how to maintain good oral health at home. Hygienists use a range of tools, from ultrasonic devices to hand instruments, to remove plaque, tartar, and stains, ensuring your smile stays bright.
To become a dental hygienist, extensive training is required. They must complete a dental hygiene program, which typically includes coursework in anatomy, radiography, periodontology (the study of gum disease), and clinical practice. Afterward, they must pass a national board exam and obtain state licensure.
But at Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, the hygienists go above and beyond their clinical skills. They provide compassionate care, patient education, and fostering a family-like atmosphere that makes both employees and patients feel at home.
A Team Built on Trust and Compassion
One of the things that makes Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry stand out is their exceptional team of dental hygienists, who share a strong bond and work seamlessly together. The lead hygienist, Kim Plommer, has been with the practice for over eight years and is a firm believer that the best thing about Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry is right in the name—the family atmosphere.
“Our hygiene team knows the importance of patient education, compassion, and building relationships,” says Kim. “It’s not just about professional development here; we focus on personal development too. We’re like a family, and that makes all the difference.”
Kim’s dedication to her patients and her team sets the tone for the entire practice. She believes that when you work in an environment where you feel appreciated and supported, it reflects in the care you provide to your patients.
Hygienist Heather Boe, who has been with the practice for over 12 years, shares a similar sentiment. “Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry is truly a welcoming place. We all take care of each other like we are family. We’re given opportunities to grow and try new roles, which keeps things exciting and rewarding.” Heather adds, “Many of our patients have been coming to us for years and years, so I really love getting to know about their lives. It’s more than just cleaning teeth—it’s building lasting relationships.”
A Spa-Like Experience with Advanced Technology
For some people, going to the dentist can be nerve-wracking, but at Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, patients are treated to a spa-like experience. RDH Linda Sexton, who has been with the team for over five years, says the attention to patient comfort is unmatched. “I love the way our office feels like a spa and not a dentist office. Our chairs have heat and massage. There’s even a comfort menu where patients can request a drink or a blanket.”
Beyond comfort, Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry prides itself on using the latest in dental technology. “The technology we’re given to use with our patients is the best in the industry,” Linda explains. This allows the team to provide top-notch care with efficiency and precision, ensuring their patients receive the highest standard of treatment.
A Place That Feels Like Home
The unique work culture at Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry goes beyond patient care. It’s a place where employees feel appreciated and have fun together. “Our doctors are not only compassionate about our patients, but about the employees as well,” says Kim Plommer. “We’ve had Ugly Sweater contests, they rent out movie theaters for family events, and we’ve even been on a Princess Boat tour of Naples. When I come to work, I feel appreciated, and that makes all the difference.”
The sense of family extends not only to the staff but also to the patients, who are treated like family members when they walk through the doors. The focus on both professional and personal development, along with a fun, supportive atmosphere, makes Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry a truly special place to work—and to receive care.
Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry offers a wide range of services, including cosmetic dentistry, teeth replacement, orthodontics, dental implants, dentures, sedation dentistry, emergency dental treatments, pediatric treatments, and dental surgery.
Park Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
239-330-4208
