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Kathrine Michalek

Bemidji

Summary

Passionate, self-directed dual-licensed Advanced Dental Therapist and Dental Hygienist seeking a position that utilizes strong clinical expertise and interpersonal skills. Dedicated to providing patient-centered, empathetic care while fostering trust and comfort, and upholding a high standard of accountability and professionalism in practice.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Advanced Dental Therapist

Northern Dental Access Center
Bemidji, MN
2020 - Current

Deliver comprehensive direct patient care with a focus on pediatric populations. Performing a full scope of clinical duties in preventative and restorative dentistry. Travel to affiliated clinic locations to provide consistent, high-quality care and ensure continuity of care across sites. Collaborate effectively with patients, parents and dental team members to achieve successful treatment outcomes.

Dental Hygienist

Metro Dentalcare
Ramsey, MN
2013 - 2020

Demonstrated excellence in establishing comprehensive preventive care routines for patients, including periodontal therapy, radiographic assessment, and oral hygiene education. Effectively managed an independent schedule while consistently exceeding productivity targets. Served as a lead hygienist and mentor, providing training for new team members, implementing process improvements, and conducting chart audits to ensure quality and compliance. Played a key role in successfully integrating dental hygienist services at MN Dentalcare, a public assistance clinic within Metro Dentalcare.

Dental Hygienist

Northern Dental Access Center
Bemidji, MN
2010 - 2013

Collaborated in the planning and implementation of a mobile dentistry program aimed at serving communities with limited access to oral healthcare. Delivered preventive dental services and facilitated appropriate referrals while practicing as a collaborative practice dental hygienist.

Education

Master of Science - Advanced Dental Therapy

Metropolitan State University
Saint Paul, MN
2020

Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN
2010

Skills

  • Perform oral evaluations (periodic & limited)
  • Formulate individualized treatment plans
  • Complete caries preparation and restorations
  • Perform extractions of primary dentition
  • Execute pulpotomies and stainless steel crowns on primary dentition
  • Determine and place space maintenance appliances
  • Manage minor dental trauma cases
  • Coordinate referrals to specialty practices
  • Deliver preventative services to adult and pediatric patients
  • Counsel on tobacco, nutrition and oral hygiene instruction

Affiliations

Minnesota Dental Therapy Association 2020-present

Insights Leadership Participant 2025

Minnesota Oral Health Coalition 2019-present

MSU ADT program Board Member 2019-2021

Certification

Advanced Licensure, 2022

Dental Therapy MN License, 2020

Dental Hygiene MN License, 2010

CPR/First Aid, 2026

Timeline

Advanced Dental Therapist

Northern Dental Access Center
2020 - Current

Dental Hygienist

Metro Dentalcare
2013 - 2020

Dental Hygienist

Northern Dental Access Center
2010 - 2013

Master of Science - Advanced Dental Therapy

Metropolitan State University

Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Kathrine Michalek