Motivated dental professional with over 30 years of experience treating people with various concerns, expert in dental history review and oral hygiene instruction. Committed to patient safety and regulatory compliance. Expert in soft tissue management and dental radiography, improving patient care and education. Proven ability to lead and innovate, significantly improving treatment results, with high expertise as a university professor in CAracas, Venezuela.
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Alejandra Arias Pena
Weston,FL
Summary
Overview
32
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Cuartas Advanced Dentistry
Registered Dental Hygienist
12.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
- Capture of dental x-rays to be delivered to the dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
- Interpretation of dental x-rays.
- Examination of patients for signs of cancer, lesions, or oral diseases by visual and manual inspection of the mouth and gums.
- Capably performed prophylaxis in absence of periodontal disease or gingivitis.
- Apply fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Cared for patients with special needs by providing education related to specific procedures and communicating with caregivers.
- Educate patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
- Polish patients' teeth to remove surface stains.
- Sterilization of equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and care to prevent future dental issues.
- Cleaning the patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent cavities and gum disease.
Cuartas Advanced Dentistry
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
04.2019 - 11.2024
Job overview
- Apply fluoride varnish and sealants.
- Assist in coronal polishing.
- Took x-rays for new patients.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Measure and record vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Assist in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
- Assist dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Help dentists to restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Enter patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Prepare and sterilize instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Prepare patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Sanitize trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Educate patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Create dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Assist dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, casts and impressions.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Place material and equipment orders.
Pacific Dental Services/Weston Modern Dentistry
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
04.2016 - 04.2019
Job overview
- Applied fluoride varnish and sealants.
- Assisted in coronal polishing.
- Apply fluoride varnish and sealants.
- Assist in coronal polishing.
- Took x-rays for new patients.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Measure and record vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Assist in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
- Assist dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Help dentists to restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Enter patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Prepare and sterilize instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Prepare patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Sanitize trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Educate patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Create dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Assist dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, casts and impressions.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Place material and equipment orders.
Private Practice
Dentist
08.1992 - 07.2015
Job overview
- Educate patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Communicate one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
- Diagnose and treat infections, mouth ulcers, and other problems with oral mucosa.
- Extraction of teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Create individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
- Complete consultations with patients for treatment plan.
- Define and enforced dental office policies and procedures.
- Administrate care in emergency situations to treat tooth injuries.
- Review patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues.
- Interpret X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Evaluate performance of all clinical staff to deliver constructive feedback and acknowledge strengths resulting in better working relationships and performance improvements.
- Develop and implemented treatment plans for patients based on diagnosis.
- Protect patients from infectious diseases by using proper masking, gloves and safety glasses.
- Correctly administer local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
- Check teeth for signs of decay by assessing visually, manually and via radiography to recommend treatment options such as fillings and sealants.
- Examine X-rays to detect abnormalities or abnormalities in oral cavity.
- Adjust dentures to deliver secure and comfortable fit.
- Fill cavities using composite and amalgam materials.
- Remove old fillings and replaced with more modern, tooth-colored alternatives.
- Perform comprehensive oral exams for patients to diagnose and treat dental conditions.
- Wrote prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications used to treat temporary or long-term dental issues.
- Restor teeth by fabricating crowns, bridges and other restorations.
Santa Maria University/ School of Dentistry
Faculty Teacher in a Dental School
03.1995 - 09.2010
Job overview
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Provided students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
- Developed diversified course curriculum to meet regulatory standards and support learning objectives.
- Maintained regular office hours to provide struggling students with additional course help.
- Used different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.
- Instructed and evaluated students in classroom in alignment with college mission by incorporating innovative teaching and learning strategies.
- Supported multidisciplinary research teams focused on scholarly publication.
- Identified research opportunities for students, assisting with gathering data and drawing conclusions for projects.
- Graded tests and assignments and uploaded to school database.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Check Clinical treatment for the patients in Clinical areas.
Instituto Nacional De La Vivienda
General Dentist
10.1994 - 06.2010
Job overview
- Complete consultations with patients for treatment plan.
- Educate patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Collaborated with specialists to plan dental treatments.
- Advise patients on appropriate treatment for pain and gave specific home care instructions.
- Create individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
- Extract teeth, perform root canals, and fill cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Diagnose and treat infections, mouth ulcers, and other problems with oral mucosa.
- Administer care in emergency situations to treat tooth injuries.
- Alleviate infections with debriding and surgical procedures.
- Interpret X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Protect patients from infectious diseases by using proper masking, gloves and safety glasses.
- Provide preventive care and guidance to promote good dental hygiene.
- Perform comprehensive oral exams for patients to diagnose and treat dental conditions.
- Develop and implement treatment plans for patients based on diagnosis.
- Check teeth for signs of decay by assessing visually, manually and via radiography to recommend treatment options such as fillings and sealants.
- Wrote prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications used to treat temporary or long-term dental issues.
- Remove old fillings and replaced with more modern, tooth-colored alternatives.
- Correctly administer local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
- Fill cavities using composite and amalgam materials.
Education
Santa Maria School of DentistrySanta Maria University
No Degree from Dentistry
12-1996
University Overview
Skills
- Medical history documentation
- Dental history review
- Oraqix anesthetic expertise
- Treatment planning and execution
- Soft tissue management
- Patient safety proficiency
- Regulatory compliance
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Dental radiography
Affiliations
Affiliations
- Venezuelan Dental Board
Certification
- CPR Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Local Anesthesia Certification - Florida Board of Dentistry. (In process)
- Expanded Function Dental Hygiene License - Florida Board of Dentistry.
- Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) - American Dental Association.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Cuartas Advanced Dentistry
12.2024 - Current
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Cuartas Advanced Dentistry
04.2019 - 11.2024
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Pacific Dental Services/Weston Modern Dentistry
04.2016 - 04.2019
Faculty Teacher in a Dental School
Santa Maria University/ School of Dentistry
03.1995 - 09.2010
General Dentist
Instituto Nacional De La Vivienda
10.1994 - 06.2010
Dentist
Private Practice
08.1992 - 07.2015
- CPR Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Local Anesthesia Certification - Florida Board of Dentistry. (In process)
- Expanded Function Dental Hygiene License - Florida Board of Dentistry.
- Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) - American Dental Association.
Santa Maria School of Dentistry
No Degree from Dentistry
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